Clinician (Associate or Licensed)

Join a Growing Faith-Based Organization Serving Children, Youth, and Families Across Foster Care, Adoption, Comprehensive Family Support Services and Behavioral Health Programs. Position Overview Pathway Family Services is a faith-based, family service agency providing foster care, adoption, enhanced care management, and now, behavioral health services community-wide to youth and families. We are seeking compassionate mental health professionals to provide trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate mental health services to children, youth, non-minor dependents (NMDs), and families in our care. Qualifications Required Interested candidates must have a Master's Degree and eligibility for or possession of California registration or licensure in one of the following fields: Social Work (ACSW/LCSW) Marriage and Family Therapy (AMFT/LMFT) Counseling (APCC/LPCC) Psychology (Licensed Psychologist) Experience providing mental health services to children, adolescents, and families Knowledge of trauma-informed care and child welfare systems Strong documentation and time management skills Must obtain and maintain DOJ, FBI, and CACI clearances Reliable transportation and valid vehicle insurance.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities Clinical Service Delivery:

Provide evidence-based, trauma-informed mental health services including individual therapy, family therapy, and group therapy Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans Utilize attachment-centered and trauma-responsive approaches, including TBRI

• informed principles Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and mandated reporting as needed

Documentation & Compliance:

Complete all progress notes within 24 hours of each clinical session Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with Medi-Cal, DHCS, and county behavioral health standards

Collaboration & Coordination:

Work closely with Enhanced Care Management (ECM) teams, care coordinators, and in-home coaching providers Collaborate with Child Welfare Services, schools, probation, and other community partners Participate in Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings and multidisciplinary reviews

Professional Development:

Complete TBRI® Caregiver Package Training within first year of hire. Participate in required trainings, supervision, and professional development activities Work Settings Services provided across multiple settings including clinic-based, home-based, school-based, community-based, and telehealth (as permitted). This is an in-person role and not a remote position.

Program Operations Hours:

Monday

• Friday:

  8:00 a.m.
• 8:00 p.

m.

Saturday:

9:00 a.m.

• 2:00 p.m. Work schedules designed to meet program needs and member availability. Evening or Saturday hours may be required. Key Highlights ✓ Meaningful Impact
• Work directly with foster youth, adopted youth, and families in need of trauma-informed care ✓ Professional Growth
• Comprehensive training in TBRI® and evidence-based practices ✓ Collaborative Environment
• Work alongside ECM teams, care coordinators, and multidisciplinary partners ✓ Flexible Service Delivery
• Variety of settings including clinic, home, school, and community-based ✓ Mission-Driven Organization
• Faith-based agency committed to transforming lives through quality care Required Qualifications Master's degree in behavioral health field from accredited institution Active California registration or licensure (Associate or Licensed level) Experience providing mental health services to children, adolescents, and families Knowledge of trauma-informed care and child welfare systems Strong documentation and time management skills Must obtain and maintain DOJ, FBI, and CACI clearances Reliable transportation and valid vehicle insurance Benefits Fully comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance 401K retirement account Life insurance 12 paid holidays PTO plan

Compensation Job Type:

Full-time or Part-time |

Pay:

$72,000.00/year (Full-time) |

Location:

Santa Maria, CA Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

providing mental health services: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Active California registration or licensure (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person