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Associate Clinician jobs are open across behavioral health, community mental health, and outpatient care settings, from entry-level to senior associate roles, with specializations in applied behavior analysis, counseling, and clinical case management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Expected Hourly Pay Rate:
$33.00Work where your work matters. Work at CCRC.
CCRC prides itself as a workplace of choice for passionate talent, driven by our mission to cultivate child, family and community well-being. Whether the position works directly with the public or supports our programs, every position is vital to our mission's success and reputation as a leader. We are not your typical non-profit. We are 900+ people strong and growing!
General Summary:
Under the clinical supervision of a BBS-approved Clinical Supervisor, the Associate Clinician provides individual, family, and/or group therapeutic services to children, youth, and families served by the Family Resource Center (FRC) and other assigned grant-funded programs, consistent with the Associate's registration as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW), or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS).
This position is a full-time, hybrid position; may work a non-traditional schedule including evenings and weekends as needed to meet program needs. This position is project-based: The position is funded throughout the County contract with a current end date of June 30, 2028; continuation of any funded portion depends on contract renewal and available funding.
Please review the job flyer here.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Within a team environment, this position will perform the following responsibilities:
Clinical Services & Support Groups (55%)
Documentation & Clinical Supervision (20%)
Care Coordination, Safety & Program Participation (25%)
Job Specifications
Minimum Required
- Education:
- Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Clinical/Counseling Psychology, or a closely related field from an accredited program.
- Experience:
- Prior experience in a clinical practicum, internship, or community mental health setting preferred with children and families.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in group dynamics and facilitation, as required by the County contract for staff who facilitate support groups.
- Professional/Technical Certifications:
- Active registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW), or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) required; registration must remain current and in good standing throughout employment. Note for APCC applicants: Must meet California BBS requirements to legally treat couples and families under clinical supervision (per BPC § 4999.20).
- Technical Requirements:
- Basic Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; familiarity with Electronic Health Systems (EHS).
- Travel:This position will consist of light travel as needed for trainings. Some travel/business related driving required; This position requires travel. Staff may choose any mode of transportation (driving, walking, bicycling, carpooling, etc.) to arrive to and depart from the location where attendance is required. Should a staff member choose to drive, the staff member must become an approved driver with CCRC prior to driving on behalf of CCRC. Approved drivers driving on behalf of CCRC may choose to drive a CCRC vehicle or own vehicle and must meet requirements to be an approved driver including holding and maintaining current auto insurance, current California Driver’s License and receiving DMV clearance.
Background & Health Clearance Requirements: Background requirements determined according to the requirements of the program(s) which the position will be supporting.- Background check required. As a grant-funded Agency supporting Children and Family Services, CCRC conducts background checks commensurate with the role to verify candidate qualifications (criminal history, employment history / experience, education, reference checks) and ensure grant compliance. Specific roles may have additional verification / clearance to the standard background check as part of the recruitment and selection process, including:
- Live Scan Clearance / DOJ Fingerprinting: For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 and/or Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.90).
- Health Clearance: For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting or working with “at risk” populations, CA Code of Regulations Title 22, §101216, CA Health and Safety Code 1596.7995, and/or Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.93)
- MVR / DMV clearance in accordance with CCRC’s liability insurance provisions: For positions where driving is required.
- Child Development Permit: For positions working in an educational capacity (California Education Code Sections 44242.5, 44340, and 44341)
- CPR / Pediatric CPR certification: For certain identified positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 – 1596.866)
- Federal Debarment Checks: For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Head Start Program Performance Standards 1304.11, Code of Federal Regulations Title 2 Grants and Agreements 2.180.320 and 2.180.995)
- Credit & Bankruptcy Check: For positions with fiscal responsibility (roles with authority over financial transactions), a credit and bankruptcy check will be conducted to assess financial responsibility in alignment with agency standards and applicable laws, including the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.) and California Labor Code restrictions on credit reports (Labor Code 1025.5
Preferred:
All minimum requirements met above, plus:
- Advanced proficiency level using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and video conferencing tools including Zoom and Microsoft Teams. Familiarity with EXYM (CCRC’s electronic health record system) is preferred.
- Bilingual: Strong bilingual verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish; ability to conduct clinical therapy sessions and parental education in both languages highly preferred.
At CCRC, passion and meaningful work is rewarded! We offer employees:
- Competitive compensation package
- Robust benefit offerings -Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Basic Life Insurance and Long Term Disability paid for by CCRC
- Employer Contribution and Employer Match in the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% vesting
- Generous Time Off Policy-Vacation and Sick Time, Holidays, and Paid Winter Break
- Opportunities for learning and professional development, including education reimbursement
- Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
- 501(c) (3) designation-You can apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness!
We have doubled in size over the past 10 years. We provide child development and early education, workforce development opportunities, child care financial assistance, Head Start preschool and Early Head Start services and more for close to 50,000 parents, children, and child care providers each month in Northern Los Angeles County, including Antelope Valley, and the entirety of San Bernardino County, including an office in Victorville, serving a total geographic area of 22,500 square miles.
Child Care Resource Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Accommodations: If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at (818) 717-1000 ext. 6599 or email them at Recruiting@ccrcca.org.
Expected Hourly Pay Rate:
$33.00Work where your work matters. Work at CCRC.
CCRC prides itself as a workplace of choice for passionate talent, driven by our mission to cultivate child, family and community well-being. Whether the position works directly with the public or supports our programs, every position is vital to our mission's success and reputation as a leader. We are not your typical non-profit. We are 900+ people strong and growing!
General Summary:
Under the clinical supervision of a BBS-approved Clinical Supervisor, the Associate Clinician provides individual, family, and/or group therapeutic services to children, youth, and families served by the Family Resource Center (FRC) and other assigned grant-funded programs, consistent with the Associate's registration as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW), or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS).
This position is a full-time, hybrid position; may work a non-traditional schedule including evenings and weekends as needed to meet program needs. This position is project-based: The position is funded throughout the County contract with a current end date of June 30, 2028; continuation of any funded portion depends on contract renewal and available funding.
Please review the job flyer here.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Within a team environment, this position will perform the following responsibilities:
Clinical Services & Support Groups (55%)
Documentation & Clinical Supervision (20%)
Care Coordination, Safety & Program Participation (25%)
Job Specifications
Minimum Required
- Education:
- Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Clinical/Counseling Psychology, or a closely related field from an accredited program.
- Experience:
- Prior experience in a clinical practicum, internship, or community mental health setting preferred with children and families.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in group dynamics and facilitation, as required by the County contract for staff who facilitate support groups.
- Professional/Technical Certifications:
- Active registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW), or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) required; registration must remain current and in good standing throughout employment. Note for APCC applicants: Must meet California BBS requirements to legally treat couples and families under clinical supervision (per BPC § 4999.20).
- Technical Requirements:
- Basic Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; familiarity with Electronic Health Systems (EHS).
- Travel:This position will consist of light travel as needed for trainings. Some travel/business related driving required; This position requires travel. Staff may choose any mode of transportation (driving, walking, bicycling, carpooling, etc.) to arrive to and depart from the location where attendance is required. Should a staff member choose to drive, the staff member must become an approved driver with CCRC prior to driving on behalf of CCRC. Approved drivers driving on behalf of CCRC may choose to drive a CCRC vehicle or own vehicle and must meet requirements to be an approved driver including holding and maintaining current auto insurance, current California Driver’s License and receiving DMV clearance.
Background & Health Clearance Requirements: Background requirements determined according to the requirements of the program(s) which the position will be supporting.- Background check required. As a grant-funded Agency supporting Children and Family Services, CCRC conducts background checks commensurate with the role to verify candidate qualifications (criminal history, employment history / experience, education, reference checks) and ensure grant compliance. Specific roles may have additional verification / clearance to the standard background check as part of the recruitment and selection process, including:
- Live Scan Clearance / DOJ Fingerprinting: For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 and/or Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.90).
- Health Clearance: For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting or working with “at risk” populations, CA Code of Regulations Title 22, §101216, CA Health and Safety Code 1596.7995, and/or Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.93)
- MVR / DMV clearance in accordance with CCRC’s liability insurance provisions: For positions where driving is required.
- Child Development Permit: For positions working in an educational capacity (California Education Code Sections 44242.5, 44340, and 44341)
- CPR / Pediatric CPR certification: For certain identified positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 – 1596.866)
- Federal Debarment Checks: For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Head Start Program Performance Standards 1304.11, Code of Federal Regulations Title 2 Grants and Agreements 2.180.320 and 2.180.995)
- Credit & Bankruptcy Check: For positions with fiscal responsibility (roles with authority over financial transactions), a credit and bankruptcy check will be conducted to assess financial responsibility in alignment with agency standards and applicable laws, including the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.) and California Labor Code restrictions on credit reports (Labor Code 1025.5
Preferred:
All minimum requirements met above, plus:
- Advanced proficiency level using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and video conferencing tools including Zoom and Microsoft Teams. Familiarity with EXYM (CCRC’s electronic health record system) is preferred.
- Bilingual: Strong bilingual verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish; ability to conduct clinical therapy sessions and parental education in both languages highly preferred.
At CCRC, passion and meaningful work is rewarded! We offer employees:
- Competitive compensation package
- Robust benefit offerings -Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Basic Life Insurance and Long Term Disability paid for by CCRC
- Employer Contribution and Employer Match in the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% vesting
- Generous Time Off Policy-Vacation and Sick Time, Holidays, and Paid Winter Break
- Opportunities for learning and professional development, including education reimbursement
- Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
- 501(c) (3) designation-You can apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness!
We have doubled in size over the past 10 years. We provide child development and early education, workforce development opportunities, child care financial assistance, Head Start preschool and Early Head Start services and more for close to 50,000 parents, children, and child care providers each month in Northern Los Angeles County, including Antelope Valley, and the entirety of San Bernardino County, including an office in Victorville, serving a total geographic area of 22,500 square miles.
Child Care Resource Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Accommodations: If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at (818) 717-1000 ext. 6599 or email them at Recruiting@ccrcca.org.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in associate clinician jobs.
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related clinical field
- Active associate-level clinical license issued by the relevant state board
- Experience conducting individual, group, or family therapy under supervision
- Proficiency with electronic health records platforms and clinical documentation standards
- Ability to complete diagnostic assessments using DSM-5 criteria
- CPR and mandatory reporter certification current and verifiable
Tips for Your Associate Clinician Job Search
Tailor your resume to each setting
Outpatient clinics, school-based programs, and residential facilities each want different things. Adjust your resume to highlight the population you served and the clinical modalities you used rather than listing every rotation you completed.
List your licensure status precisely
Many associate clinician postings filter by licensure level before a human even reads them. Write your exact credential and state clearly, such as associate licensed professional counselor in Texas, so automated screening doesn't skip you.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists associate clinician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your supervision model
If you still need supervised hours for full licensure, only apply to employers who explicitly offer qualified supervision. Ask during screening whether the supervisor holds the credential your state board requires, not just a general clinical title.
Prepare a case conceptualization example for interviews
Hiring panels for associate clinician roles frequently ask you to walk through how you assess and treat a presenting problem. Rehearse one real de-identified case using the theoretical framework your target employer lists on its website.
Negotiate your supervision hours, not just pay
When evaluating an offer, confirm the weekly supervision hours in writing before you accept. Insufficient supervision delays licensure and costs you more in the long run than a slightly lower starting salary.
Associate Clinician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most associate clinicians?
The most active employers for associate clinicians right now are University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Pennsylvania, and UPMC, and the most openings are in California, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong in community mental health organizations and outpatient group practices.
How many associate clinician jobs are remote?
About 46% of associate clinician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with telehealth-focused roles making up the majority of that share. Positions involving applied behavior analysis, in-home therapy, or crisis intervention remain predominantly in-person because of their hands-on clinical requirements.
How do you become an associate clinician?
You first complete a master's degree in a clinical field such as counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy, then pass any required state board exams to obtain an associate-level license. After licensure, you work a set number of supervised clinical hours determined by your state before you're eligible to apply for full licensure. The specific hour requirement and supervisor qualifications vary by state, so check your state board's current guidelines before you start accumulating hours.
Can you get hired as an associate clinician with little experience?
Yes, many employers hire associate clinicians immediately after they earn their master's degree and associate license, because the role is designed for supervised post-graduate practice. Strengthening your application without prior paid experience means emphasizing practicum placements, the populations you worked with, and any clinical hours already completed. Some community mental health centers and federally qualified health centers specifically recruit new graduates and build supervision into the role.
What does the associate clinician interview process look like?
Most associate clinician interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your licensure status, theoretical orientation, and availability. A second round typically involves a panel or clinical supervisor who asks behavioral questions and may present a case vignette for you to work through out loud. Some employers add a brief documentation exercise or ask you to review a sample progress note. The full process usually moves quickly because clinical vacancies are often urgent.
Where can I find and apply to associate clinician jobs?
You can find and apply to associate clinician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your licensure level, clinical specialty, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each one that fits your situation.
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