Licensed Therapist (LMFT)

For more than 55 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego’s (FHCSD) mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income and medically underserved persons.

FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) in the country. We operate more than 90 sites across San Diego County, including 29 primary care clinics, 23 behavioral health facilities, 10 physical rehabilitation clinics, nine dental clinics, five vision clinics, four outpatient substance use treatment programs, three mobile medical units, two mobile counseling centers, two urgent care centers, and a pharmacy.

Our staff provides care to over 227,000 patients each year, of whom 91% are low-income and 29% are uninsured. FHCSD provides care to all. Services include, but are not limited to adult care, chronic disease management, pediatrics, comprehensive women’s care including obstetrics, dental, vision, case management, physical rehabilitation, speech therapy for children, vaccinations, infectious diseases, behavioral health, substance use counseling and a host of specialty services including cardiology, podiatry, endocrinology, dermatology, among others.  FHCSD also offers supportive services to those who are unsheltered and in need of intensive case management.   

The breadth of our clinic locations, services and programs has grown over the last five decades, making us the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in the county and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the nation. We are also the largest health care safety-net provider, largest school-based health care provider and the largest mental health provider in the San Diego region.

FHCSD is now one of the largest behavioral health services providers in San Diego County and our Mental Health Department is continuing to expand! We are currently seeking a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) to join our team at East County Wellness Center. This location specializes in caring for children, youth and transitional youth up to age 25.  

“Why I’m here at FHCSD is because it’s a really important place for folks to get access to mental health services…. They’re doing great work to think about the whole person. Not just the physical health, but the mental health side.”  

Mandy K. Cohen, MD, MPH, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director

Location Details

• Address: 8530 La Mesa Blvd Unit 306, La Mesa, CA 91942
• Clinic Hours: M-F, 8:30am-5:30pm (closed for lunch 12:30pm-1:30pm)
• Location Website: https://www.fhcsd.org/el-cerrito-family-counseling-center

Pay and Benefits:

• $100,000-$125,000 Starting Annual Salary
• $7,000 Hiring Bonus
• Hybrid position structure with both in office and remote work
• Retirement Plan with 50% Employer Match
• Annual Raises, CEU Stipend, and Career Growth
• Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
• $3,000 in Relocation Assistance
• Employee Discounts, Wellness Programs, Pet Insurance, and more

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide counseling sessions to assigned patients
• Complete all required documentation accurately and timely
• Performs initial assessment and on-going care
• Participates in the development of individualized care plans
• Addresses co-occurring disorders
• Work as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team
• Coordinate with Case Managers and patient support staff
• Connect patients to internal/external resources as appropriate
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must have an active registration in good standing with the State of California as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCC) or Clinical Psychologist.

Work Environment
FHCSD's services are all outpatient and designed for those struggling with mild to moderate acuity levels. You will have support from other therapists, case managers, a scheduling team, administrators, and a wide range of other medical professionals in our facilities. The Mental Health Department strives to create an inclusive community that fosters teamwork and continuous learning. In addition to a structured orientation process, all newly hired therapists participate in our Buddy Program so you have a designated peer to help you adjust and succeed in your new position.

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We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is:

$100,000.00 - $125,987.00

Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net)

FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.