Associate Mental Health Clinician

Positive Change Counseling Center•La Mesa, CA

2d•$30 - $50•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Mental Health Clinician provides outpatient therapy under clinical supervision while working toward full licensure. The role focuses on delivering high-quality care, building a consistent caseload, and meeting supervision and documentation requirements in accordance with state licensure regulations. Associates begin part-time, with the opportunity to move to full-time as their caseloads grow. The hybrid role is based out of La Mesa, California. Part-time clinicians build their own schedule Monday through Friday between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. and on Saturday or Sunday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Full-time clinicians work Sunday through Thursday. The part-time caseload is approximately 3–4 clients per day, with a minimum of 15 clients per week; the full-time caseload is approximately 5–6 clients per day, with a minimum of 25 clients per week. Compensation starts at $30 per hour, with a stated range of $30–$50 per hour for master's-level therapists. Pay is bi-weekly, with estimated annual earning potential of up to $80,000 with benefits. Benefits indicated as available only to full-time W-2 employees include retirement, insurance, paid time off, supervision, and practice support. Positive Change Counseling Center describes itself as a compassionate, client-centered practice offering evidence-based care in a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive environment. It emphasizes teamwork, professional growth, clinical integrity, and reducing administrative burdens for clinicians.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related field.
Active California associate licensure (AMFT, ACSW, or APCC), registered with the BBS/BOP.
Background in evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, or ACT; practicum or internship experience may qualify.
Ability to work under clinical supervision toward full licensure.
Basic proficiency with EHR systems and telehealth platforms.

Nice To Haves

Prior practicum, internship, or clinical experience in outpatient settings.
Interest in specific populations such as children, adolescents, trauma, or couples.

Responsibilities

Provide individual, family, and/or couples outpatient psychotherapy under supervision using evidence-based modalities.
Maintain an active caseload of approximately 3–4 clients per day and at least 15 clients per week when part-time.
Maintain an active caseload of approximately 5–6 clients per day and at least 25 clients per week when full-time.
Complete clinical documentation accurately and within required timelines.
Participate in required individual and/or group clinical supervision.
Follow ethical standards, licensing board rules, and organizational policies.

Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
HSA with employer contribution and FSA options for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage.
Employee Assistance Program with confidential mental health and life support resources.
Generous paid time off and additional paid holidays.
Paid supervision toward full licensure.
Case consultation with colleagues.
Malpractice insurance and practice-covered overhead expenses.
Billing, credentialing, scheduling, and intake support.
Flexible scheduling and telehealth options.