ACSW, APCC, AMFT, Associate Mental Health Therapist

AMFT, APCC, ASW
Associate or Licensed Mental Health Clinicians
Forensic Mental Health, Post-Sentenced Population
Full-Time or Part-Time
$70,000 – $85,000 + Loan Forgiveness + $5K Relocation
Capitola, CA 95010

HealthCare Recruiters International is seeking Associate Mental Health Clinicians (AMFT, APCC, ASW) or Licensed Therapists (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC) for a full-time or part-time opportunity within an established outpatient forensic mental health program serving the Santa Cruz County region. This role offers specialization in sex offender treatment, structured supervision, and long-term clinical growth within a stable outpatient setting.

Schedule:

• 40 hours per week
• Set schedules available between 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• No routine weekend shifts; occasional appointments may be scheduled as needed

Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical assessment and treatment for adult sex offender population
• Provide therapy services to non-offending family members
• Complete case management and maintain clinical documentation
• Participate in clinical team meetings and case consultations
• Represent the program in community and court settings as needed
• Attend ongoing training, conferences, and professional development
• Provide court testimony when required

Training and Development:

• 90-day structured onboarding and training program
• CASOMB supervision and didactic training provided
• Required to obtain CASOMB Apprentice Level within 2 weeks of start
• Ongoing supervision and career growth opportunities in forensic mental health

Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field
• Active California BBS registration (AMFT, APCC, ASW) or licensed (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC)
• New graduates welcome; supervision provided
• Bilingual Spanish preferred
• Ability to provide compassionate, non-judgmental care
• On-site in Capitola, CA

Compensation and Benefits:

• $70,000 – $85,000 base salary
• $5,000 relocation assistance (in-state)
• Up to $30,000 loan forgiveness
• Bilingual Spanish bonus
• Licensure support including exam fee reimbursement and $2,500 bonus upon licensure
• Annual compensation review with increases
• 15 days PTO, paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401K with employer match
• Continuing education support

Licensed clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC) are encouraged to apply and may qualify for higher compensation.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

• BBS Registration as AMFT, APCC, or ACSW (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Capitola, CA 95010 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Capitola, CA 95010: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: In person