Clinicians Social Workers Therapists Psychologists Mental Health Services LCSW ASW LMFT AMFT LPC

Job Description Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA) has been a pioneer in mental health service, advocacy, innovation, and training for nearly a century, working to ensure that people with mental health needs achieve meaningful, healthy lives in their communities.

MHALA is among the largest and most comprehensive nonprofit mental health agencies in Los Angeles County. MHALA achieves impact in the areas of mental and physical healthcare, homelessness and housing, supported employment, and wellness and financial services, with special programs for Veterans and transition-age youth.

MHALA also provides training programs for individuals joining the behavioral health workforce and for the larger community around mental health issues.

Communication, collaboration, transparency and a healthy work/life balance are core components of the agency culture. Employees are encouraged to engage in self-care and can enjoy a 35-hour workweek.

MHALA fosters diversity at all levels of the organization. We are proud to offer a competitive salary and full benefits package, including an employee assistance program, and generous paid time off.

• ASW / AMFT / APCC: $34.00 - $36.00 per hour
• LCSW / LMFT / LPCC: $39.00 - $42.00 per hour
• Licensed Psychologist: $55.00 - $75.00 per hour

(In addition to basic clinical duties (assessment, treatment planning, therapy, etc.) clinicians work collaboratively with the team to share a clinical perspective, educate team members on the impact of mental health needs on a participant’s behavior, conduct clinical case conferencing, and serve a key role in crisis response.

Conduct therapy (individual, family, and group). Provides evidence-based therapy/treatment modalities to address and improve mental health needs/concerns.

Provides crisis assessment and intervention to participants presenting with potential psychiatric emergencies. Complete documentation in accordance with standards of MHALA and LACDMH County Contracted Provider funding source requirements, and documents in Electronic Health record (EHR), including 24-hour turnaround documentation.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Licensed Psychologist OR Associate Clinical Social Worker, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, Associate Professional Clinical Counselor.

Minimum Of One-year Of Post-graduation Clinical Experience

Working knowledge of evidence-based practices and clinical documentation, quality, and regulatory standards in community mental health.

Bilingual In Spanish Is Preferred But Not Required

Current class C driver’s license with a minimum of 3 years driving history, a vehicle for transportation, proof of valid automobile insurance, the ability to be insured by MHALA liability insurance are conditions of employment

TB clearance and re-testing every year are conditions of employment

COVID-19 vaccinations or booster shots are not currently required, however this may become a requirement in the future. Failure to abide by any agency policy, including those relating to a vaccine or booster shot may result in termination of employment