Clinical Therapist

Job Title

Clinical Therapist (ASW, AMFT, APC, LMFT, LCSW, LPCC)

Hybrid Mandatory (Remote and In-Person)

Fee for Service (Minimum 20 hours per week)

Bittersweet Encounters is a dynamic and compassionate organization dedicated to empowering individuals and families through therapeutic services, with a special focus on mental health and personal growth. Rooted in our mission and values, we prioritize holistic support and ethical integrity to inspire positive change in our clients’ lives. We are committed to providing a supportive environment that encourages our team members to thrive personally and professionally.

We are currently seeking caring and committed Associate and Licensed Clinical Therapists to join our growing team. This role is ideal for those who feel called to support clients with empathy, cultural humility, and respect. If you are passionate about making a difference through healing relationships and trauma-informed care, we invite you to be part of our mission.

We are especially interested in clinicians who are bilingual in Spanish and those with a desire to work with children, youth, and adults.

• Provide individual, group, and/or family therapy sessions to a caseload of at least 20 clients weekly.
• Deliver evidence-based and trauma-informed therapeutic interventions.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation for all sessions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and monitor client treatment plans.
• Engage in regular supervision and training to enhance clinical skills.
• (For licensed therapists) Assist in clinical supervision of associates and review clinical documentation as needed.

• Active California registration or licensure: ASW, AMFT, APCC, LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC.
• Demonstrated compassion for clients and commitment to their healing journey.
• Experience working with children, youth, or families preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish is strongly encouraged to apply.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed, culturally responsive practices.
• Substantial organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a hybrid setting.

• Day and evening hours available.
• Monday through Friday.
• Weekend availability is a plus, but not required.

• $40 – $55 per billable hour (includes documentation).
• No-show compensation, aligned with our cancellation policy.
• SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with 3% company match.
• Accrued Sick Time.
• Flexible Scheduling to support work-life balance.
• Paid Clinical Supervision (for associates).
• CEU Opportunities and professional development.
• Hybrid work model: remote and in-person sessions offered.

At Bittersweet Encounters, we believe that compassion is transformative for clients, for communities, and for clinicians. If you're looking for more than just a job — if you're seeking a purpose-driven environment where your clinical skills meet real human need — we invite you to be part of our healing mission.

Together, we help people heal.