Entry Level Child and Family Therapist Jobs
New grad child and family therapist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship placements or supervised clinical hours can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Government & Public Sector, with employers like Sea Mar Community Health Centers, Boys Town, and UCLA Health hiring at this level now.
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Supervised by an Early Childhood Education Supervisor, the Child and Family Educator is responsible for the planning, preparation, and execution of an individualization program for a specific number of pregnant women, infants, toddlers and their families. The Child and Family Educator (Home Visitor) will support pregnant women and parents/guardians in their role as primary caregivers and educators of their infants/toddlers, in meeting their personal goals, and will assist them in achieving self-sufficiency across as wide variety of domains. Must be able to drive/commute to various local locations for home visits.
This is a limited appointment that may convert to career.
Salary Range: $27.92 – 48.00 Hourly
Pay range: $27.92 - $48.00 an hour
Qualifications
Required:
- Must have one of the following: Minimum 24 units in Child Development or Early Childhood Education; CDA in home visiting or Child Development classes; a California Teacher Credential or a California Teacher Permit; or a comparable credential or equivalent coursework as part of an associate’s/bachelor’s degree.
- Valid California Driver’s license and available transportation
- Pre-employment physical exam and TB clearance. Pre-employment physical exam must state that the individual is physically able to perform the duties in the Job Description.
- Fingerprint screen, criminal record, and child abuse index clearance, sex offender registry check.
- Knowledge of the following: HS/EHS philosophy, goals, principles, objectives, requirements; cornerstones of Child Development, Early Head Start policies and procedures; interviewing techniques, family dynamics, principles of adult learning, and advocacy/intervention concepts; crisis management and referral process; infant/toddler development stages and nurturing concepts; prenatal health and development; and community resources and referral processes.
- Skills in using PC computers, Microsoft Word and Excel, and must type at least 30 words per minute.
- Completion and submission of required personnel forms prior to employment.
Physical Requirements:
- Regular handling of items weighing between 10 to 15 pounds, with occasional handling of up to 25 pounds.
- Frequent engaging in bending, reaching, and twisting while performing home visits and socialization sessions.
- Navigation of varying flights of stairs.
- Involvement in kneeling, crawling, and stooping during home visits and socialization.
- Performing tasks that involve writing, typing, and handling small objects (e.g., arts and crafts materials for children).
- Sitting for extended periods, which may exceed one hour, including sitting on the floor for child development activities during home visits and socialization sessions.
- Must have available transportation to travel to work sites and home visits.
- Ability to communicate with parents enrolled in the program.
Preferred:
- Bi-lingual in English and Spanish
- 1-2 Years of experience working with infants/toddlers and their families
- B.A./A.A. Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education, or related field.
Supervised by an Early Childhood Education Supervisor, the Child and Family Educator is responsible for the planning, preparation, and execution of an individualization program for a specific number of pregnant women, infants, toddlers and their families. The Child and Family Educator (Home Visitor) will support pregnant women and parents/guardians in their role as primary caregivers and educators of their infants/toddlers, in meeting their personal goals, and will assist them in achieving self-sufficiency across as wide variety of domains. Must be able to drive/commute to various local locations for home visits.
This is a limited appointment that may convert to career.
Salary Range: $27.92 – 48.00 Hourly
Pay range: $27.92 - $48.00 an hour
Qualifications
Required:
- Must have one of the following: Minimum 24 units in Child Development or Early Childhood Education; CDA in home visiting or Child Development classes; a California Teacher Credential or a California Teacher Permit; or a comparable credential or equivalent coursework as part of an associate’s/bachelor’s degree.
- Valid California Driver’s license and available transportation
- Pre-employment physical exam and TB clearance. Pre-employment physical exam must state that the individual is physically able to perform the duties in the Job Description.
- Fingerprint screen, criminal record, and child abuse index clearance, sex offender registry check.
- Knowledge of the following: HS/EHS philosophy, goals, principles, objectives, requirements; cornerstones of Child Development, Early Head Start policies and procedures; interviewing techniques, family dynamics, principles of adult learning, and advocacy/intervention concepts; crisis management and referral process; infant/toddler development stages and nurturing concepts; prenatal health and development; and community resources and referral processes.
- Skills in using PC computers, Microsoft Word and Excel, and must type at least 30 words per minute.
- Completion and submission of required personnel forms prior to employment.
Physical Requirements:
- Regular handling of items weighing between 10 to 15 pounds, with occasional handling of up to 25 pounds.
- Frequent engaging in bending, reaching, and twisting while performing home visits and socialization sessions.
- Navigation of varying flights of stairs.
- Involvement in kneeling, crawling, and stooping during home visits and socialization.
- Performing tasks that involve writing, typing, and handling small objects (e.g., arts and crafts materials for children).
- Sitting for extended periods, which may exceed one hour, including sitting on the floor for child development activities during home visits and socialization sessions.
- Must have available transportation to travel to work sites and home visits.
- Ability to communicate with parents enrolled in the program.
Preferred:
- Bi-lingual in English and Spanish
- 1-2 Years of experience working with infants/toddlers and their families
- B.A./A.A. Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education, or related field.
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Entry Level Child and Family Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level child and family therapist job?
Start by completing any required supervised clinical hours during your graduate program and documenting every case type you encountered. Employers at this level look for a relevant master's degree in counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy, plus an active or associate licensure in your state. Tailoring your resume to highlight practicum sites, population experience such as pediatric or trauma-informed care, and specific evidence-based modalities like CBT or play therapy gives you a clear edge over candidates with vague descriptions.
Which companies hire entry level child and family therapists?
Companies hiring entry level child and family therapists right now include Sea Mar Community Health Centers, Boys Town, and UCLA Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, community mental health centers, nonprofit family service agencies, school districts, and pediatric behavioral health practices tend to post the most openings for candidates who are newly licensed or working toward full licensure.
Are there remote entry level child and family therapist jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles still require some in-person or on-site presence for supervised clinical work. About 11% of entry level child and family therapist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and telehealth platforms and larger behavioral health networks tend to drive the majority of those flexible postings at the new grad stage.
Are these new grad child and family therapist jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior child and family therapist roles alongside other entry level postings. A new-grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internship hours or practicum placements toward the requirement, and does not list independent licensure as a hard prerequisite, making them accessible to candidates finishing their supervised hours.
Which industries hire the most entry level child and family therapists?
Entry Level child and family therapist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Government & Public Sector, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire heavily at the entry level because they depend on a steady pipeline of newly trained clinicians to meet rising demand for child and family mental health services and to fulfill grant-funded or publicly contracted caseload requirements.