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Rape Trauma Services

Trauma Therapist

Burlingame, CA · On-site

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The Trauma Therapist will provide trauma- based psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and ... Willingness to work flexible hours, including some weekend and evening hours. * Proficient in ...

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The Trauma Therapist will also provide information on referrals, assistance with victim ... Weekend Shifts To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at

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Trauma Informed Therapist

Lemont, IL · On-site

We're adding an experienced trauma therapist to a collaborative, supportive team that values ... Minimum one weekend shift per week required LICENSES & CREDENTIALS Illinois license required ...

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Trauma Therapist

Trauma Therapist

Rape Trauma Services

Burlingame, CA • On-site

$70K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Reports to: Deputy Director & Executive Director
Hours: Full Time/Exempt
Workplace: Office/Field
Compensation: $70,000 - $100,000/Year DOE + 5% pay differential for bilingual Spanish/English fluency
Benefits: Healthcare, vision and dental (100% employer-paid), 20 days accrued PTO annually, retirement plan with employer contribution; professional development support

WHY CHOOSE RTS?
While we're a small nonprofit, we offer what larger organizations often can't.

DEEP CLINICAL MENTORSHIP & PROFESSIONAL GROWTH:
  • Comprehensive clinical supervision included for associates working toward licensure.
  • Specialized training opportunities in trauma-focused modalities (e.g. TF-CBT, CFTSI).
  • Exposure to diverse clinical work: individual therapy, group facilitation, crisis intervention, and community education.
     
MEANINGFUL IMPACT:
  • Be part of San Mateo County's only rape crisis center serving survivors since 1995.
  • Make tangible impact in survivors' healing journeys and violence prevention.
  • Work at the intersection of clinical care, advocacy, and systemic change.

SUSTAINABLE WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Manageable caseload of 17-20 clients.
  • Trauma-informed organizational culture.
  • Small agency environment allows for meaningful input and professional autonomy.
     
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS:
  • 100% employer-paid premiums for healthcare, vision, and dental insurance.
  • 20 days PTO annually (accrued).
  • Retirement plan with employer contribution.
  • Mileage reimbursement for community-based work.
  • Professional development funds for CEUs and conferences.
     
Position Description:
The Trauma Therapist will provide trauma- based psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families.
  • Provide assessment, and treatment of sexual abuse/assault survivors and their families utilizing evidence-based and/or trauma-informed therapeutic modalities.
  • Engage and maintain a caseload of 17-20 clients.
  • Perform treatment planning, crisis intervention, advocacy and consultation in collaboration with other multi-disciplinary team members.
  • Perform timely case management and advocacy to ensure families are connected to community service providers.
  • Actively participate in clinical supervision.
  • Serve as backup on the crisis line, providing supervision/mentorship to our volunteer Sexual Assault Counselors.
  • Develop and facilitate trainings for RTS staff, partner agencies, and community groups on trauma-informed approaches to supporting survivors of sexual violence.
  • Perform other agency responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications:
Required:
  • Master's degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, or closely related mental health field AND current License OR registration as an Associate with BBS (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, AMFT, ASW, APCC).
  • Working knowledge of trauma, attachment, child development, crisis intervention, and psychotherapeutic techniques.
  • Experience working with at-risk children, families, and caregivers, especially with diverse and underserved populations.
  • In-depth knowledge of various intersections that affect the lives of Latinx, both immigrant and U.S. born.
  • Knowledge of and practice in using cultural humility as a basic framework.
  • Excellent communication skills; both oral and written.
  • Organized with the ability to manage many projects simultaneously while attending to detail and quality.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including some weekend and evening hours.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PPT), Google Drive, and other commonly used applications.
  • Valid California driver's license, insurance, and reliable access to transportation.

Preferred:
  • Advanced training or certification in evidence-based trauma therapies (TF-CBT, EMDR, PCIT, CFTSI, CPP).
  • Experience working with survivors of sexual violence, human trafficking, or commercially sexually exploited children (CSEC).
  • Bilingual abilities (Spanish/English or other languages) highly valued.

COMPENSATION:
Salary is determined by licensure status, experience, and specialized training.

ASSOCIATE THERAPIST (AMFT/ASW/APCC): $70,000 - $83,000 
(+5% pay differential for bilingual Spanish/English fluency)
  • Starting associate (0-2 years post-master's experience): $70,000 - $75,000
  • Experienced associate (2+ years, specialized training in trauma modalities): $75,000 - $83,000 

LICENSED THERAPIST (LMFT/LCSW/LPCC): $83,000 - $100,000
(+5% pay differential for bilingual Spanish/English fluency)
  • Newly licensed: $83,000 - $88,000
  • Experienced licensed (2+ years licensed, advanced training in evidence-based modalities): $88,000 - $100,000

Factors influencing placement within salary range:
  • Licensure status (Associate vs. Licensed).
  • Years of post-degree clinical experience.
  • Specialized training in evidence-based trauma therapies (TF-CBT, EMDR, PCIT, CFTSI, CPP).
  • Experience with sexual assault survivors and underserved populations.
  • Cultural competency and experience with diverse communities.
  • Bilingual fluency.

Benefits Package:
  • 100% employer-paid premiums for health, vision, and dental insurance.
  • 20 days PTO accrued annually.
  • Retirement plan with employer contribution.
  • Professional development support and CEU reimbursement.
  • Mileage reimbursement for community work.
     
RTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please submit resume or CV and a cover letter via email to:
careers@rapetraumaservices.org
Subject line: "Attn: Trauma Therapist – [Your Name]"

In the required cover letter, please describe your view of the core impacts of trauma on survivors, families, and communities. Your cover letter must be succinct and not exceed 1 page.
Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be reviewed.

We strongly encourage individuals representing one or more underserved populations in San Mateo County (e.g., people of color, people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, people with disabilities, immigrants) to apply.
RTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 
Position open until filled.