Job Title: Clinical Therapist (ASW, AMFT, APCC, LMFT, LCSW, LPCC) Location: Hybrid – Remote & In-Person Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time (Minimum 15 hours per week)
About Bittersweet Encounters
Bittersweet Encounters is a mission-driven mental health organization grounded in compassionate care and healing. We are dedicated to walking alongside individuals and families as they navigate life’s challenges, with a focus on emotional wellness, trauma recovery, and personal growth.
Our team is united by a shared passion for helping people heal and thrive. Whether it's supporting survivors of trauma, guiding children through difficult transitions, or providing strength to struggling families — compassion is at the heart of everything we do. We also believe that a healthy, supported clinician is essential to that process, and we strive to foster a warm, collaborative environment where our staff can grow both personally and professionally.
Position Overview
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 families.
Core Responsibilities
Provide individual, family, and/or group therapy to a minimum caseload of 20 clients per week
Offer therapeutic services that are client-centered, trauma-informed, and evidence-based
Complete timely and accurate documentation (included in billable hour rate)
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support treatment planning and client progress
Attend regular clinical supervision and trainings (provided for associates)
(Licensed clinicians only): May assist with associate supervision and clinical documentation review
Compensation & Benefits
$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
Qualifications
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 strongly encouraged to apply
Familiarity with trauma-informed, culturally responsive practices
Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills
Comfortable working independently in a hybrid setting
Schedule Availability
Day and evening hours available
Monday through Friday
Weekend availability is a plus, but not required
Why Join Bittersweet Encounters?
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.
Flexible work from home options available.