Locations:
Hybrid: The primary location for services is at our office located at 717 K Street, Suite 213, Sacramento, CA 95814. Employees have the option to telecommute but must reside in Northern California, specifically within Sacramento County or one of the surrounding counties, when providing telehealth services.

Languages:
The ability to provide services in another language is a plus, with preference for Spanish and Haitian Creole.

Compensation:

• Regular: $42.00 – $46.00 per hour
• Bilingual: $42.00 – $48.30 per hour, eligible with 50% of the caseload conducted in a foreign language.

Employment Type:

• Part-Time: 20-29 hours per week, with 15-24 billable hours per week of direct client services.
• Full-Time: 30-40 hours per week, with 30 billable hours per week of direct client services.
  Employees may transition from part-time to full-time based on service demand and personal preference, after 90 consecutive days of employment.

Benefits:
All employees receive sick leave and any family leave required by state and federal laws. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package.

Probation:
The initial probation period lasts for 90 days. During this time, all employees will begin in a part-time capacity. The first year of employment will be a probationary period, including quarterly reviews of the employer-employee relationship.

Job Summary:
The Unlicensed Board Registered Associate/Clinical Therapist will provide counseling and mental health services within marital and family contexts. The therapist will conduct individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, and/or group therapy. Key responsibilities include evaluating, diagnosing, and treating mental illness and other psychological and relational issues. The therapist must maintain comprehensive records of service delivery to ensure compliance with third-party payers. Services will be provided both in-person and via telehealth. Other duties may include consulting, case management based on client needs, and facilitating workshops, training sessions, or speaking engagements for the local community. Clients may be covered by insurance or be private pay. This position follows a W-2 employee-employer structure and is at-will.

Supervision Requirements:

• Adhere to supervision guidelines as established by state boards or relevant governing organizations.
• The therapist is responsible for securing and/or funding outside clinical supervision for licensure, as Guillaume Counseling Services is not authorized to provide supervision toward the accrual of clinical hours.
• Provide Guillaume Counseling Services with a signed responsibility form from the outside supervisor within 30 days of seeing the first client.
• Maintain active registration with a state and/or national association and comply with the legal and ethical standards set forth by those associations.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide individual therapy, couples therapy, family counseling (including premarital counseling), group therapy for adults and older adults, and child counseling for clients aged 0-17.
• Conduct thorough assessments by gathering and analyzing client information through observation, interviews, self-report inventories, group discussions, and/or formal assessments.
• Diagnose and apply appropriate treatments for psychological disorders.
• Collaborate with clients and/or family members to develop treatment plans aimed at effectively addressing and managing identified issues. Help clients replace unhealthy or dysfunctional behaviors with healthier choices.
• Work with clients to develop post-treatment activity plans.
• Coordinate referrals to specialists when necessary for additional treatment.
• Provide case management and support services as required.
• Offer online counseling (via phone or video) based on client needs or preferences.
• Maintain accurate records of case progress, evaluations, and treatment recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards and codes.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including contributing to blog posts, leading training sessions, or facilitating workshops.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work with individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds, including religious or ethnic minorities or underserved populations.
• Ability to work with clients who value spirituality, faith, or religion, and who seek a safe space to discuss their beliefs, including those who identify as agnostic or atheist.
• Ability to support clients addressing issues related to racial discrimination, racial bias, or prejudice.
• Experience in providing marital counseling and/or family therapy, in addition to individual therapy.
• Ability to work with both men and women.
• Ability to support both victims and perpetrators of abuse.
• Knowledge and/or experience working with families affected by domestic violence.
• Knowledge and/or experience working with couples dealing with infidelity and maternal and paternal mental health (training required within 6 months of hire).
• Ability to provide group therapy and/or facilitate training sessions and workshops.
• Willingness to serve Medicaid (Medi-Cal) populations in addition to cash-pay clients.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Compassionate, empathetic, and skilled at building trust.
• Ability to remain calm and de-escalate conflicts in tense situations.
• Strong understanding of human behavior, various behavioral and affective disorders, and the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of these disorders.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage complex cases, deadline-driven paperwork, and work schedules.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to apply evidence-based treatment models while integrating innovative approaches.
• Creativity in developing treatment plans for clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software, and ability to use Electronic Health Records (EHR).
• Thorough understanding of ethical codes and standards.
• Willingness to adhere to Medicaid (Medi-Cal) documentation guidelines, as well as Guillaume Counseling Services’ documentation standards for all clients, including those paying privately.
• This is a drug-free workplace. All employees must undergo a comprehensive background check upon receipt of the Certificate of Approval (COA) from the Oregon Health Authority (OHA).

Education and Experience:

• A Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Clinical Social Work, with practicum experience.
• Actively registered with the licensing board as an Associate in the state of California.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting, listening, observing, or working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds on occasion.