Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT)

Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT)
Full-Time | Hybrid (Outpatient Mental Health Practice)

Nu Leaf Mental Health Group is seeking a full-time Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) to join our growing outpatient mental health practice. This role is ideal for clinicians looking for high-quality supervision, a supportive administrative team, and a structured yet flexible work environment focused on sustainable outpatient care.

Our practice emphasizes ethical, compassionate, and evidence-based treatment while prioritizing clinician support, manageable workflows, and long-term professional growth.

Position Overview

AMFTs at Nu Leaf provide outpatient psychotherapy services to adults with a range of mental health concerns. Clinicians work under the supervision of an LMFT Psychological Services Director and are supported by a dedicated administrative team that manages scheduling, billing, and operational logistics.

This role is designed to support both clinical development and work-life balance within a professional outpatient setting.

Clinical Focus Areas May Include

• Anxiety disorders
• Depression and mood disorders
• Trauma and PTSD
• Grief and loss
• Emotional dysregulation
• Life transitions and stress management
• Relationship and interpersonal issues
• Self-esteem and identity development

(Substance use and dual-diagnosis experience is welcomed but not required.)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual psychotherapy services to assigned outpatient clients
• Maintain timely, accurate, and clinically appropriate documentation
• Participate in weekly clinical supervision sessions with LMFT supervisor
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members as needed
• Adhere to ethical, legal, and professional standards of care
• Engage in ongoing clinical learning and professional development
• Respond appropriately to clinical concerns and crisis situations within scope

Supervision & Support

• Weekly structured clinical supervision provided by an LMFT
• Supervision includes case consultation, clinical guidance, and professional development
• Supervision hours count toward licensure requirements per California BBS regulations
• Clear clinical expectations and documentation standards
• Supportive leadership and responsive administrative team

Schedule & Work Location

• Full-time: 40 hours per week
• Hybrid position with in-person requirement 1 day per week
• Typical schedules include:

– 8:00am–3:00pm
– 10:00am–5:00pm
– 12:00pm–7:00pm

• Monday–Friday availability required
• Optional weekend availability based on clinician preference and client needs
• Flexible scheduling within clinic guidelines

Compensation

• Hourly pay range: $30–$40 per hour
• Compensation based on experience, clinical readiness, and caseload consistency
• Paid for all required clinical and administrative hours within scope

Qualifications

• Active AMFT registration in the state of California
• Eligible to receive supervision toward LMFT licensure
• Strong clinical judgment and professionalism
• Commitment to ethical and client-centered care
• Ability to maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Comfort working in an outpatient mental health setting
• Basic computer proficiency and comfort with EMR systems

What We Offer

• Supportive and responsive administrative team
• High-quality clinical supervision and mentorship
• Structured outpatient environment with clear workflows
• Flexible scheduling and hybrid work model
• Emphasis on clinician sustainability and professional growth
• Opportunity to grow long-term within the practice

To Apply

Please submit your CV and a brief statement of interest outlining your clinical interests and availability.

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Irvine, CA 92612