Clinician I

  • Community Research Foundation, Inc.
  • El Cajon, California
  • Full Time
Clinician I (Regular Full-Time, Hourly)

Program: Crossroads Family Center (El Cajon)

Region: El Cajon

Services: Child and Family (CYF)

Career Type: Clinicians

Hours: 40 hours per week. Hours are Monday and Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30 am to 6:00 pm, Wednesday, 11:30 pm to 8:00 pm.

Pay Range: $37.02 to $37.39 per hour

Education: Master's degree in a mental health-related field such as Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling required

Licensure: Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) required

Benefits:

19 days of PTO and 12 paid holidays per year; flexible summer and holiday schedule to take time off during school breaks

Free clinical supervision and CEUs

Monthly contribution of $100 towards qualified student loan debt; access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for eligible individuals

Choice of medical plans, with minimal employee cost/expenses and excellent coverage

Several dental plan options; vision benefits

Company-paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability

Tax-Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses

Generous retirement plan contributions

Free Employee Assistance Plan

Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans

As a Clinician, you will:

Provide therapeutic interventions to clients and/or members of clients' families in a collaborative and professional manner in individual, group and family modalities.

Conduct collateral interviews as indicated with all identified partners, i.e., school, social services, probation and other treatment providers to support service plan objectives

Provide crisis intervention for clients and their families, and maintains all required documentation

Provide community-based services as needed by the families (schools, homes, community centers, churches, or where the family/clients feel most comfortable)

Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and develops and updates client service plans.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Experience working with children and adolescents with severe emotional disturbance in a public mental setting.

Understanding of psychosocial rehabilitation (PSR) and recovery principles, wrap-around models, and evidence-based practices

Ability to organize and prioritize multiple concurrent assignments and work in a fast-paced environment

Experience with the County Electronic Health Record (EHR) system writing assessments preferred.

Bilingual Spanish or Arabic preferred, but not required

Proficient computer skills, including MS Office

A valid California driver's license in good standing, personal vehicle, proof of insurance and eligibility to be an approved CRF driver is required to fulfill the essential functions of this position. May use CRF Crossroads car for travel or personal vehicle with mileage reimbursement.

Able to pass criminal/background clearance.

CRF inspires and mentors the next generation of mental health professionals!

Our Children, Youth and Family (CYF) outpatient programs (Crossroads Family Center, Douglas Young Youth and Family Services, Mobile Adolescent Services Team (MAST), and Nueva Vista Family Services provide services throughout San Diego County. We provide a range of services including crisis intervention, individual, family, and group therapy, medication support, rehabilitation, case management and drug and alcohol services while incorporating the family systems and wrap-around approach.

We provide mental health services to children and youth with Medi-Cal as well as those who are uninsured and underinsured. Services are provided in English and several threshold languages, using medical care, education, and family resources as appropriate.

CRF staff members work together to meet the needs of San Diego County's residents who are experiencing mental/behavioral health challenges. We offer a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters personal growth and development. You will work within a collaborative, supportive team structure, learn new ways to provide optimal supports to your clients and help people change their lives for the better!

If you need assistance completing the application, please send an email to CRFCareerscomresearch.org
Job ID: 522349117
Originally Posted on: 5/24/2026

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