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Pre-Licensed Therapist

ATHENA Consulting, LLC
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OVERVIEW OF ATHENA:
ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability, and getting the job done. Employees assigned to this position are subject to Union membership, fees, and dues in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement, and employment with ATHENA may be conditioned upon participation in the client’s Union.
 

Job description:
Position: Pre-Licensed Therapist / Associate Therapist (APCC, AMFT, ASW)
Location: San Bernardino, CA
Employment Type: Full-time – Temp to Hire
Compensation: $35.00 - $45.00 an hour depending on experience

All new hires need - TB Test and CPR/First Aid Cert.
 

Job Summary:
We are seeking a pre-licensed therapist (AMFT, APCC, or ASW) who is close to completing clinical hours (less than 1,000 hours) or preparing to sit for licensure within 12 months. This role supports the mental health and substance recovery of underserved and at-risk populations, particularly individuals experiencing homelessness, substance use disorders, and those living with HIV/AIDS. The Mental Health Counselor (MHC) will provide trauma-informed, culturally competent care through individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and assessments. The goal is to help clients achieve mental and emotional stability, improve medical adherence, and support long-term recovery outcomes.


Candidates must have 2 years of relevant experience working with:

  • Individuals experiencing homelessness
  • Clients with substance use disorders
  • Clients living with HIV/AIDS
  • Co-occurring disorders, psychosis, and trauma
  • LGBTQ+ populations, culturally diverse groups, and the unhoused population

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide individual, couples, and/or family therapy services
  • Maintain a consistent caseload and complete all required documentation
  • Participate in weekly supervision (if applicable)
  • Ability to manage a small team
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care
  • Attend team meetings, training, and professional development opportunities
  • Uphold ethical standards and maintain strict client confidentiality
  • Experience working with diverse populations is a plus

Required Skills, Competencies, and Qualifications

  • Registered with the California BBS as an AMFT, ASW, or APCC, actively completing hours toward licensure and on track to take the licensing exam within 12 months
  • Client is open to candidates with less than 1,000 hours to complete to sit for their licensing exam.
  • Experience working with homeless populations, individuals with substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, and clients with HIV/AIDS
  • Strong clinical skills with commitment to social justice and community mental health
  • Knowledge of DSM-5 and diagnostic coding (ICD-9/10)
  • Deep understanding of addiction, recovery, and family systems
  • Trauma-informed and culturally competent approach to care
  • Excellent communication, documentation, organization, and time-management skills
  • Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Maintains confidentiality, professional ethics, and clinical integrity at all times
  • Some local travel required

Education & Experience:

  • Master’s degree in counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field

Licensure/Certification:
MUST be licensed or license-eligible in the State of California as one of the following:

  • AMFT, ACSW, or APCC (license-eligible)
  • LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC (fully licensed)

SUCCESSFUL ATHENA EMPLOYEES WILL DISPLAY THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS 

  • You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future. 
  • You like to make your employer look good. 
  • You find solutions where others only see problems. 
  • You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well. 
  • You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole. 
  • You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission. 

 
THE BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ATHENA INCLUDE 

  • Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better. 
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 
  • Health Savings Account (HSA). 
  • Pet insurance. 
  • 401(k) with a generous employer match. 
  • ATHENA-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employees. 
  • Additional Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employees, spouses, and children. 
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability. 
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 
  • Easy-to-use employee self-serve HR portal. 
  • Sick leave varies – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter. 

 
The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 


Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment. If hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and may be terminated at the will of either party. 


ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, or other characteristics protected by law. 


 Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities.