Home and Community​/Outpatient Pre Licensed Mental Health Therapist

• Base Pay $58,300.00 - $63,600.00 / Year
• Other Compensation Health, vision, and dental insurance, PTO and holiday pay, 401K, conference allotmnent, free licensure supervision

Clinical Trainees provide diagnostic assessments, therapeutic services, and skills-based interventions to children, adults, and families. Working under the supervision of a licensed mental health professional, Clinical Trainees support clients with mental health concerns to improve daily functioning. This role includes direct client services and participation in clinical supervision to meet licensure requirements.

Clinical Trainees do not supervise other employees. However, they are expected to collaborate and coordinate with Fernbrook team members who share client or caseload responsibilities.

• Provide psychotherapy and/or skills services to children, adults, families, and groups
• Conduct diagnostic assessments to determine eligibility for services
• Meet productivity benchmarks and weekly billable expectations
• Complete documentation in accordance with agency standards for quality and timeliness
• Coordinate care with Fernbrook staff and external service providers
• Seek supervision and consultation as needed
• Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and supervision
• Complete required trainings and maintain professional development
• Fulfill clinical supervision requirements per licensure plan
• Complete 30 hours of continuing education every two years (or as required by licensing board)
• Uphold and represent Fernbrook Family Center’s mission
• Follow all agency policies and procedures
• Travel between client sessions as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Ability to maintain professional boundaries
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Willingness to seek support and accept feedback
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth

• Extended periods of sitting, listening, observing, and computer use
• Occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds
• Flexible schedule, typically between 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
• Regular travel to client homes, community settings, Fernbrook offices, and other service locations
• Salaried positions: 40–43 hours per week (additional hours as needed)
• Hourly positions:
  Up to 40 hours per week (overtime requires prior approval)

• Master’s degree or current enrollment in a qualifying graduate program (field placement with the agency)
• Working toward licensure as LICSW, LPCC, LMFT, or LP
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance (for community-based roles)
• Must pass a criminal background check per DHS and agency requirements

• Experience working with children, adults, and families

Fernbrook Family Center is committed to an inclusive and supportive workplace. We value employees with lived experience relevant to the populations we serve. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Fernbrook Family Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, age, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities. Duties may change at the discretion of the agency, with appropriate notice when applicable.