Therapist - Academy

This Therapist - Academy position at SAN DIEGO CENTER FOR CHILDREN includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties, no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

This Mental Health Therapy position at SAN DIEGO CENTER FOR CHILDREN is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

SAN DIEGO CENTER FOR CHILDREN lists compensation for this psychologist position at $70k to $77k annually.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in San Diego, California.

Key skills and qualifications: Individual therapy, Group therapy, Family therapy, Case management, Crisis intervention, Trauma-informed care, Behavioral support, Treatment planning. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Mental Health Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: Provide direct therapeutic services including individual, group, and family therapy while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student IEP goals. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and provide crisis intervention to ensure a safe and supportive environment for youth.

Benefits package: Comprehensive Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision, pet), 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match up to 3%, Generous Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, holidays), Wellness Programs, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement or Assistance, Employee Discounts, Employee Recognition Program. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.