Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - California

Company: Headlight
Location: Escondido
Posted on: May 2, 2025

Job Description:

Join a team that's transforming mental healthcare. Founded by psychiatrists , Headlight is more than a company: it's a movement. A movement that exists on the front lines of the mental health crisis, transforming the way people access care and the way clinicians deliver it. In order to help people in their time of need and ensure that every person who comes to us has options, we are transparent about our capabilities, treatments, and coverage, we champion innovation, and we leverage our rich data to continuously implement better ways of delivering care. Our mission is simple but powerful: Improving lives, one session at a time. Roles and Responsibilities

• Establish positive, trusting rapport with patients
• Diagnose and treat mental health disorders
• Create individualized treatment plans according to patient needs and circumstances
• Meet with patients regularly to provide counseling, treatment and adjust treatment plans as necessary
• Conduct ongoing assessments of patient progress
• Involve and advise family members when appropriate
• Plan outreach and referral activities in surrounding communities Qualifications
  • Master's Level Degree or higher (Required) in related fields
  • Full, unencumbered LMFT, LCSW, LMFT or Psychologist license (license based on office location). Applicants without a valid, active license will not be considered. We are currently not hiring associate/intern level therapists.
  • 2+ years' experience with providing diagnostic assessment and therapy services
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus, but not required
  • Maintain professional licensure and/or certification throughout employment with this agency
  • Ability to work as a team member and cooperatively
  • Superb organizational skills
  • Ability to guide, direct, or influence people
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and their families
  • Electronic Health Record (EHR) Proficiency: Must have demonstrated experience in utilizing electronic health record systems efficiently to manage patient data, document clinical information, and access patient histories. Familiarity with NextGen is highly desirable.
  • Computer Skills: Strong computer literacy with proficiency in a range of software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations. Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and troubleshoot common issues. Our clinicians chose Headlight because
    • Clinician Led Expertise : Headlight was founded and led by clinicians. Our Clinical Leadership team is at the forefront of every decision we make.
    • Admin Work on Autopilot: We handle insurance, billing, and marketing so you can focus on what you love - seeing clients.
    • Innovative Technology: Our Clinicians save 3-6 hours a week on documentation by using new technologies like Blueprint AI and Connective Health.
    • Competitive Benefits: We provide industry-leading benefits, sick leave, 401(k) contributions, and more.
    • Clinical Support: Consult with our Clinical Consult Groups or schedule case consultations with our leading clinician.
    • Clinical Autonomy: You have the autonomy to make decisions about patient care and treatment while having the backing and guidance of our experienced Executive Therapists and Psychiatrists for case consultations.
    • Collaborative Teams: Be a part of a collaborative team environment and a supportive community. Our clinicians are separated into small teams of 10 to 12, with a licensed clinical lead for assistance. You're never alone in your journey. Our values
      • Deliver Excellent Service: We're determined to deliver world-class care to our clients. We build long-lasting relationships because we're intentional about the details of our delivery and quality of care.
      • Make Mental Health More Accessible: Accessing mental health treatment shouldn't be as hard as it is. We remove the barriers and simplify the process because it means our clients get the help they need, when they need it.
      • Intentionally Listen: Communicate with empathy. We value deep understandings that create a healthy environment of collaboration, feedback and support.
      • Learn and Grow: Every day is an opportunity to do better. We want to learn and grow. Our curiosity fuels our desire to improve our practice and process. As we learn and grow, we can help more people - which is what we're all about.
      • Communal Care: We help each other be the best by creating a culture of empathy, respect, growth and balance. Roles and Responsibilities
        • Establish positive, trusting rapport with patients
        • Diagnose and treat mental health disorders
        • Create individualized treatment plans according to patient needs and circumstances
        • Meet with patients regularly to provide counseling, treatment and adjust treatment plans as necessary
        • Conduct ongoing assessments of patient progress
        • Involve and advise family members when appropriate
        • Plan outreach and referral activities in surrounding communities Qualifications
          • Master's Level Degree or higher (Required) in related fields
          • Full, unencumbered LMFT, LCSW, LMFT or Psychologist license (license based on office location). Applicants without a valid, active license will not be considered. We are currently not hiring associate/intern level therapists.
          • 2+ years' experience with providing diagnostic assessment and therapy services
          • Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus, but not required
          • Maintain professional licensure and/or certification throughout employment with this agency
          • Ability to work as a team member and cooperatively
          • Superb organizational skills
          • Ability to guide, direct, or influence people
          • Excellent written and oral communication skills
          • Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and their families
          • Electronic Health Record (EHR) Proficiency: Must have demonstrated experience in utilizing electronic health record systems efficiently to manage patient data, document clinical information, and access patient histories. Familiarity with NextGen is highly desirable.
          • Computer Skills: Strong computer literacy with proficiency in a range of software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations. Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and troubleshoot common issues. Benefits
            • W-2 role with medical, dental and vision effective on the first of the month after employment
            • Base Salary and monthly Bonus based on billed hours
            • CEU support which includes earned CEU days and CEU reimbursements
            • Vacation, Sick, Holiday
            • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides confidential counseling services, resources, and support to help you navigate personal or professional challenges.
            • 401(k) plan with company contribution
            • Credentialing Support, Training and Development Opportunities, Growth Opportunities
            • Convenient work from home or hybrid options
            • Flexible schedule The a bove compensation represents our total yearly compensation. Total yearly compensation is equal to our base salary of $90,000 plus Headlight's monthly billed hour bonus. - Total Yearly Compensation at 25 billed hours- $90,000 - Total Yearly Compensation at 27 billed hours- $96,032 - Total Yearly Compensation at 30 billed hours- $105,080 Not meeting all the requirements? Research indicates that women, communities of color, and historically underrepresented individuals are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. We are committed to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. If you're enthusiastic about this position but your previous experience doesn't precisely match every qualification listed, we enthusiastically encourage you to submit your application. You could be the ideal candidate for this role or others!
              Headlight is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and seeks to create a working environment reflective of this commitment. We seek to provide a diverse clinician base to support the diversity of our clients. Headlight supports and respects diversity of people, culture, and ideas throughout our organization. Headlight thrives to be a welcoming, diverse and discrimination- and harassment-free workplace.
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