In-House Counsel (Employment, Corporate & Behavioral Health Compliance)

Liberty Behavioral & Community Services • Los Angeles, CA

7d • $220,000 - $240,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Liberty Behavioral & Community Services Inc. is seeking a full-time, onsite In-House Counsel to serve as a key legal partner supporting employment law, corporate matters, and behavioral health regulatory compliance within a highly regulated service environment.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active California State Bar membership in good standing.
• 5–8+ years of experience in employment and corporate law.
• Strong knowledge of California labor laws and healthcare/behavioral health regulations.
• Excellent judgment, communication, and collaborative skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in behavioral health, healthcare, or human services strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance on California employment and labor laws, including wage and hours, employee classification, leaves, accommodations, investigations, and terminations.
• Ensure compliance with California Labor Code, FEHA, CFRA/FMLA, ADA, OSHA, and applicable healthcare workforce regulations.
• Draft, review, and maintain employee handbooks, HR policies, and operational procedures.
• Advice on behavioral health licensing, audits, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Support compliance with HIPAA, privacy laws, and confidentiality standards.
• Draft, review, and negotiate vendor, clinical service, and partnership agreements.
• Respond to and manage DLSE, EEOC, and CRD (DFEH) matters.
• Partner with executive leadership, HR, and clinical teams to mitigate risk and support ethical operations.
• Coordinate with outside counsel as needed.

Benefits

• Liberty Behavioral & Community Services Inc. offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, along with the opportunity to support a mission-driven organization serving diverse communities.
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree