Fast Facts

Join Daybreak Health as an Associate Mental Health Therapist in San Diego, CA, where you will provide essential mental health services to students in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities: Provide evidence-based therapy to students, collaborate with school counselors, build relationships with families, and contribute to clinical program development.

Skills: Must have an active associate clinical license in California, strong communication skills, and experience with school-aged children.

Qualifications: Preferred fluency in additional languages, experience with CBT/DBT, and prior work in a school setting.

Location: On-site position located in San Diego, California.

Compensation: $60000 - $70000 / Annually

Position: On-site Mental Health Therapist (W-2, Full-Time)

Salary range : $60K-$70K

Location: San Diego, California

Join Daybreak Health to Transform Student Mental Health

At Daybreak Health, we understand that student success starts with mental health. We partner with over 60 school districts across the U.S. to provide personalized mental health support, helping students reach their full potential.

Our on-site program in San Diego offer high-quality, affordable, and culturally competent care tailored to meet the unique needs of each student in the district that we serve.

We are driven by our mission to ensure every young person has the foundation for both personal wellbeing and educational success. If you’re passionate about making a lasting impact, we invite you to join our team of dedicated therapists.

Why You'll Thrive at Daybreak Health

• Excellent Pay: Earn a consistent salary with benefits in our W-2 Full-Time role.
• Client Matchmaking: 90% of the students we work with say we matched them to the right clinician.
• Professional Development: Advance your career with continuing education and supervisor mentorship.
• Supportive Environment: Focus on your clients while we handle all administrative tasks, including billing and credentialing.
• Innovative Technology: Access the latest therapy tools to enhance your practice and make paperwork easier. 
• Community and Culture: Join a supportive therapist community committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

About the Role

As an On-site Mental Health Therapist, you will provide services to students in our partner school district. Some areas of responsibilities include:

• Providing evidence-based to students that work with Daybreak.
• Collaborating closely with school counselors and other relevant providers.
• Building trusted relationships with students and families.
• Providing psychoeducation and support to parents and caregivers.
• Participating in case consultations and clinical team discussions.
• Contributing to the on-going development of Daybreak Health’s clinical programs.

Requirements

• Active,associate clinical license in California (ACSW, APCC, AMFT) 
• Experience with delivering care to school-aged children.
• Strong technological skills and familiarity with EHR systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work during peak hours (Mon-Fri, 8-3 PM PT).

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluency in additional languages (e.g., Spanish, Mandarin).
• Experience with CBT, DBT, or similar modalities. 
• Previous work in a school setting or with youth.
• Active NPI number and CAQH.

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on young lives? Join our team of mission-driven providers and experience the power of purpose-driven work at Daybreak Health.

Equal Employment Opportunity: At Daybreak Health, we embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including those from diverse communities, such as race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, age, religion, and socioeconomic background.