Join Cottage Health as the Pediatric Behavioral Health Therapist. The Pediatric Behavioral Health Therapist provides mental health services to youth (birth through 21 years) in the pediatric outpatient setting, employing evidenced based therapeutic treatment interventions and psychoeducation to patients and families. Under the direction of a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, is responsible for performing intake assessments, providing individual, family and group-based therapy, and supporting care coordination.

QUALIFICATIONS 

All job qualifications listed indicate the minimum level necessary to perform this job proficiently. 

LEVEL OF EDUCATION 

Minimum: Master’s Degree, Ph.D., or PsyD in a mental health, social work, counseling, or related behavioral health field is necessary. 

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 

Minimum: Must hold an active and in good standing license such as Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) with a Ph.D. or PsyD. California Children Services (CCS) paneling is required within six months of hire. 

YEARS OF RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE 

Minimum: 1-2 years of relevant experience required. 

Preferred: 3-4 years of related experience in a healthcare setting preferred.