Licensed Therapist

U.S.VETS • Inglewood, CA

6d • $89,116 - $105,000

About The Position

Lead with heart, serve with purpose. Join U.S.VETS to empower homeless and at-risk veterans & families to rebuild their lives. Are you a compassionate, mission-driven licensed clinician looking to make a meaningful impact? Do you thrive in a collaborative, strengths-based environment where your expertise in evidence-based therapy can transform lives? U.S.VETS—the nation’s largest nonprofit dedicated to preventing and ending veteran homelessness—is seeking a Licensed Therapist to provide trauma-informed therapeutic services as part of our multidisciplinary clinical team. This role is vital in helping veterans experiencing homelessness address mental health challenges, recover from trauma, and achieve long-term stability. What You’ll Do As a Licensed Therapist, you will provide direct clinical care and leadership in a dynamic service environment. Responsibilities include:

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related human services field.
• Active independent licensure in California (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience with evidence-based therapies (CBT, DBT, EMDR, Seeking Safety, Trauma-Informed Care).
• Knowledge of military cultural competencies, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders.
• Valid driver’s license; must meet company insurance requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Certification or experience in Alcohol & Drug Counseling.
• Experience with Medicaid assessments and billing.
• Direct work experience with veterans and/or individuals experiencing homelessness.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy using evidence-based practices (CBT, DBT, EMDR, Seeking Safety, Trauma-Informed Care).
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs.
• Deliver crisis intervention and clinical support to veterans experiencing acute mental health or substance use challenges.
• Maintain accurate, confidential client records and electronic case notes in compliance with HIPAA and state regulations.
• Coordinate care and collaborate with the VA, community providers, and other U.S.VETS program staff.
• Facilitate therapeutic groups for substance use recovery, PTSD, and other veteran-centered needs.
• Contribute to creating and maintaining a therapeutic living environment across programs.
• Ensure clinical practices align with state licensure requirements, professional ethics, and program/grant standards.
• Provide mentorship, training, and clinical support to case managers, interns, and program staff as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, generous PTO, and more.
• Professional Growth: Ongoing training, clinical supervision opportunities, and mentorship.
• Supportive Culture: Work alongside passionate, collaborative professionals committed to empowering veterans.
• Daily Impact: See the results of your work in the lives of veterans and families who find housing, healing, and hope.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees