Associate Therapist

Associate Therapist Opportunity Academy Chula Vista, CA Job Details Part-time $40 - $50 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Wellness program Flexible schedule Qualifications Growing experience Mental health and behavioral care Group therapy AMFT Leadership Entry level Full Job Description Compensation $40-$50 per 90-minute group Free clinical supervision Supervision covers: Hours completed within Opportunity Academy AND hours accrued through your outside/private practice About Opportunity Academy Opportunity Academy (OA) is a youth-focused nonprofit organization committed to helping teens build confidence, emotional resilience, leadership skills, and long-term stability through holistic programming. Our model is built around multiple program pillars including: Social-emotional learning Athletics & wellness Mentorship Leadership development Career readiness Community engagement Built From Within (BFW) is OA's therapeutic and social-emotional wellness program designed to help teens better understand themselves, strengthen self-esteem, process emotions in healthy ways, and build stronger relationship patterns. This is a trauma-informed, preventative, and skills-based program focused on identity development, emotional regulation, attachment awareness, and creating safe spaces for youth to grow. About This Pilot Opportunity This role is part of an early-stage pilot program intentionally being built from the ground up. We are looking for someone who is not only clinically strong, but deeply mission and impact driven. The ideal person understands the beauty and challenge of building something in its early stages. This is not a "clock in, clock out" environment. It is a collaborative opportunity to help shape a program that has the potential to create meaningful long-term impact in the lives of teens and families.

We are seeking someone who:

Believes in preventative mental health work Is passionate about working with youth Wants to contribute ideas and help build culture Values community, mentorship, and service Is excited by purpose-driven work, even within a developing nonprofit environment This role is ideal for someone who wants meaningful experience, close mentorship, and the opportunity to grow alongside an evolving organization and program model. Role Overview We are seeking an Associate Therapist interested in a mentorship-heavy role that combines hands-on group experience with high-quality clinical supervision. This position begins as a supported training and observation role and gradually evolves into co-facilitation and leadership opportunities as you grow within the program.

Ideal for someone who:

Wants strong, ongoing clinical supervision and support Is building hours across multiple settings Is eager to grow in group work, attachment, and trauma-informed care Wants experience inside a nonprofit/community-based setting Is energized by mission-focused work and youth empowerment Responsibilities Assist in facilitating structured teen groups Support emotional safety and group engagement Learn and apply the Built From Within therapeutic framework Gradually take on active facilitation responsibilities Collaborate closely with the lead facilitator and OA leadership Complete light documentation and attendance tracking Help contribute to a positive, supportive group culture Supervision Benefit Supervision provided by an experienced LMFT.

Applies to:

Program hours AND external clinical hours Ongoing support in: Case conceptualization Attachment-based work Trauma-informed care Group facilitation Professional development and growth Qualifications Registered Associate in California (AMFT, ASW, or APCC) Interest in working with teens and adolescents Values mentorship, collaboration, and feedback Reliable, grounded, and emotionally attuned Passion for impact-driven and community-centered work Why Join Opportunity Academy High-value supervision across all clinical hours Hands-on experience in a growing youth nonprofit Opportunity to help shape an emerging pilot program Supportive, mentorship-focused environment Meaningful work centered around youth healing and development Opportunity for future growth within the organization

Pay:

$40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person