Job detail
Residential Therapist
SAN DIEGO CENTER FOR CHILDREN
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/3/2026
Location
San Diego, California
Salary
$70,304 - $76,500 / YEAR
Core responsibilities
The therapist provides individual, group, and family therapy within a residential setting to support youth and their caregivers. They are responsible for clinical documentation, treatment plan development, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective care and discharge planning.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a master's degree and possess a current license or pre-License status (Asw, amf, mft, etc.) issued by the california board. Experience working with youth in residential, foster care, or educational settings is required, along with strong clinical writing skills.
postgraduate degreeTreatment planningClinical assessmentDischarge planningCrisis interventionMotivational interviewingCase managementMultidisciplinary collaborationFamily therapyClinical documentationIndividual therapyGroup therapyTrauma-focused CBTTherapeutic milieu managementSolution-focused brief therapy
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Paid time off
- Employee discounts
- Tuition reimbursement
- Career advancement opportunities
- Employee assistance program
- Retirement savings plan
- Pet insurance
- Wellness programs
- Employee recognition program
- Loan forgiveness programs