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Life by Design Therapy is a holistic therapy group practice that values cultural competency, LGBTQ+ sensitivity, and holistic healing for our diverse Bay Area communities. We take pride in creating a safe, healing, and honoring space for clients and aim to enhance the mental well being of kids, adults, families, and couples in our diverse communities.
We are currently hiring part-time and full-time W-2 employees.
Life by Design Therapy is located in Berkeley, Richmond, and Online. As a practice, we are rooted in our values around support, connection, professionalism, and empowerment.
WE ARE A HEART-FELT, DYNAMIC, AND DEDICATED GROUP OF CLINICIANS WHO VALUE WORKING COLLABORATIVELY AND HELPING IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND WELLNESS OF OUR BAY AREA COMMUNITIES.
ABOUT OUR CLINICAL TEAM:
THE 5 MAIN FUNCTIONS OF A CLINICAL THERAPIST AT LIFE BY DESIGN THERAPY ARE:
Delivering high-quality Individual, Couples, or Family therapy sessions to our diverse Bay Area clients.
Writing and maintaining clinical notes using our secure EHR system.
Developing treatment plans for client care using holistic and somatic treatment approaches
Attending every other month team meetings (Monday mornings) for team collaboration and support.
Attending in-house trainings for professional development and growth throughout the year.
WE VALUE:
Honest, open and authentic communication
Connection and collaboration
Willingness to continue to learn, grow and challenge ourselves
Work-life balance
Supporting BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities
Increasing mental health awareness for all
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US:
Competitive Compensation ($75 -$95 per hour)
Steady stream of referrals
Solid support staff to assist with client billing and payments, onboarding, and scheduling.
W2 employee status with full coverage liability insurance
Semiannual Bonuses (marketing and blogging required to receive bonus)
Quarterly Productivity Bonuses
Paid Sick Time
Health and dental insurance benefits (full-time employees only)
401(k) with up to 4% company matching (both part-time and full-time employees)
Annual Continuing Education (CE) Allowance (both part-time and full-time employees)
Life Insurance (full-time employees only)
Annual Charitable Donations to an organization of your choosing
Supportive team environment fostering personal and professional growth
Comfortable offices conveniently located in Downtown Berkeley and Richmond (Currently all sessions are telehealth)
Dedication to professional development with in-house training by holistic professionals and therapists
Opportunities for future growth within the company, including supervisory and other leadership roles
We would love to explore working together!
Below are our current positions and specialties for a good fit.
POSITION DETAILS:
We are looking for a Licensed Clinician (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, PsyD) to provide outpatient therapy to clients of Life by Design Therapy. Clinical therapy services include treatment of adults, adolescents, children, couples and families. Treatment specialties may include; teens, children, couples, or trauma therapy.
Part- Time Positions: Must be available to hold between 16-20 client sessions per week, provided such sessions are available and scheduled by Life by Design Therapy. Hours must include some evenings (2 minimum) and a 2+ hour shift on the weekend (remote okay).
Full- Time Positions: Must be available to hold at least 25 client sessions per week, provided such sessions are available and scheduled by Life by Design Therapy. Hours must include some evenings (2-3 minimum) and a 2+ hour shift on the weekend (remote okay).
Remote Only Positions: Full flexibility over schedule
FLEXIBLE START DATE: CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR ONE CLINICIAN TO START IMMEDIATELY.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Master’s Degree or Doctoral Degree in counseling, psychology, or social work
Active, unrestricted license (PhD, PsyD, LCSW, LMFT or LCPC) in the State of CA. A copy must be provided to Life by Design Therapy.
Available to hold the number of client sessions identified for part-time or full-time positions per week.
Must have competency in providing a form of holistic psychotherapy to clients. (Somatic, Transpersonal, Expressive Arts, Hakomi, Narrative, etc.)
Have experience and a dedication to supporting BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and interracial/multicultural couples and families.
Must be open to provide community offerings in the form of group therapy, workshops, speaking engagements, trainings, blogging, etc.
Candidates must not work in another group or solo practice.
Willing and able to commit to Life by Design Therapy for at least 2 years.
OTHER QUALIFICATION PREFERENCES:
Prior experience in a private practice setting.
At least three years’ experience post-unrestricted licensure.
TO APPLY:
1) Please send resume and cover letter to Kirsten at kirsten@lifebydesigntherapy.com
2) Please complete our Licensed Employment Questionnaire
**Candidates who complete the requirements and match our needs will be contacted for a short introductory meeting before an online interview. We will ONLY review applications that are complete, which means all requested information has been received.