Foster Youth Counselor – Community Based (Hybrid)
Location: San Jose, CA | Schedule: Full-Time | Salary: $73,000–$85,000 DOE
Support Youth. Coordinate Care. Create Stability.
We’re hiring an associate clinician for a Foster Youth Counselor to work with youth and adolescents in foster care or at risk of out-of-home placement. This is a community-based, hybrid role for a clinician who is deeply experienced in trauma-informed care and motivated to provide therapy in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
You’ll work directly with youth who have high levels of trauma—many involved in the juvenile justice or foster care systems—and serve as a vital support in coordinating care across case managers, social workers, schools, psychiatrists, and caregivers. This role offers flexibility and autonomy, as you schedule your own clients and manage your caseload.
The Company
This San Jose–based nonprofit is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of underserved and marginalized communities. Since 1973, it has provided culturally sensitive services across behavioral health, primary care, domestic violence support, housing assistance, and youth programs. With a strong focus on diversity, inclusion, and social justice, the organization serves individuals from all backgrounds—especially immigrants and refugees—helping them thrive through integrated, community-based care.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
Competitive Salary
Hybrid Work: Company laptop provided
Sign-on Bonus: Get a warm welcome with a sign on bonus
95% Employer-Paid Health Coverage: Choose from 4 plan options
Generous PTO & Holidays
403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% match + access to a financial advisor
State Loan Forgiveness & HRSA Eligibility
Free Headspace App: Prioritize your well-being with mindfulness support
$1,200 annual bilingual pay differential (if applicable)
What You’ll Do:
Provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive individual and family therapy
Coordinate care with case managers, schools, county agencies, psychiatrists, and family members
Participate in and lead Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings
Manage your own schedule and organize client sessions geographically within Santa Clara County
Maintain timely clinical documentation, assessments, and treatment plans
Deliver case management and attend required supervision, training, and team meetings
Maintain 50% billable productivity (face-to-face, case management, documentation)
Spend the remaining 50% of your time on travel, supervision, training, and team collaboration
What You Bring:
Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field
Registered with the California BBS or Board of Psychology
Valid California driver’s license and reliable transportation (mileage reimbursed at federal rate)
Experience working with foster youth, youth in the system, or high-needs populations
Knowledge of trauma-informed modalities (CBT, DBT, ACT), DSM-5, and mandated reporting laws
Preferred: Familiarity with Department of Social Services, county mental health systems, and other public agencies
Bilingual skills (Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese) a plus
This role is ideal for a clinician who wants to make a real difference in the lives of youth navigating complex systems—while being supported by a mission-driven organization that values your professional growth and well-being.
Apply today to join a team committed to helping foster youth stabilize, heal, and thrive.
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