Clinician – Veteran Focused- Interim Housing (JR 5528)

PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) is hiring a Clinician to join our Interim Housing Services team in San Diego County. In this full-time position, you'll provide specialized clinical support to veterans experiencing housing instability, working alongside case managers and housing specialists to help overcome mental health barriers to stable housing.

About the Role

This is a clinical position serving the veteran population within our interim housing program. You'll be the mental health expert on the team, applying your clinical training to crisis situations and treatment planning, and mentoring non-clinical staff on mental health issues related to housing stability.

What You'll Do

• Respond to mental health crises and conduct risk assessments to ensure client safety and stability.
• Provide clinical consultation and mental health training to program staff as needed.
• Identify and refer clients to appropriate mental health and substance use treatment programs and coordinate their continued care.
• Deliver short-term counseling to clients while treatment referrals are being processed.
• Partner with case managers, housing specialists, and team members on integrated service planning.

What We're Looking For

Ideal candidates will combine clinical expertise with strong interpersonal skills suited to a high-impact, mission-driven environment:

• Master's degree in social work or a related field (psychology, counseling, etc.) and current California registration as an ASW, AMFT, or APCC; LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC license preferred.
• Ability to communicate clinical concepts clearly with both professionals and clients.
• Collaborative approach; you work well within teams toward shared outcomes.
• Analytical skills to assess client needs and evaluate progress.
• Professional ethics and strong boundary maintenance.
• Proactive problem-solving with creative, independent thinking.
• Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation for work duties.

About PATH (People Assisting the Homeless)

Founded in 1984, PATH operates across California providing street outreach, employment preparation, case management, and housing services to people experiencing homelessness. We help an average of 23 individuals per week transition into stable housing. Our organization is grounded in racial equity and social justice, fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member can contribute authentically.

What We Offer

Beyond meaningful work in ending homelessness, we provide medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and a retirement plan. We emphasize work-life balance through flexible scheduling and support your career growth with professional development opportunities across California.

Requirements and Conditions of Employment

• U.S. work authorization required; we cannot sponsor visas.
• Must obtain CPR/First Aid certification as a condition of employment.
• Tuberculosis testing, background screening, and drug screening required prior to hire.
• Proof of vehicle insurance and ownership for work-related driving.
• Ability to qualify for PATH's employment-based insurance coverage.
• Cannot be currently receiving PATH services or have received services within the past two years.
• All work will be conducted within California.

How to Apply

To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.