Licensed Therapist - Residential Autism Program

About the role

This role provides individualized therapy, supports emotional and behavioral development, and contributes to a collaborative, interdisciplinary team at a residential program for young adults on the autism spectrum.

Responsibilities

• Direct Clinical Services
  • Provide one-to-one therapy for adults on the autism spectrum
  • Develop individualized treatment goals aligned with client needs and program plans
  • Utilize modalities such as art, play, somatic, and experiential therapies
  • Support clients with emotional regulation, social development, self-advocacy, and mental health
  • Maintain accurate and compliant clinical documentation
  • Ensure services meet legal, ethical, and organizational standards
  • Track progress and adjust therapeutic approaches as needed
• Collaboration & Integration
  • Partner with educational and program teams to integrate therapeutic goals
  • Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and program planning
  • Provide insights to support client success across environments
• Supervision & Training
  • Provide clinical supervision for interns and/or associate therapists
  • Review and approve intern hours per licensing requirements
  • Offer mentorship, feedback, and training
• Program Development
  • Contribute to therapeutic program design aligned with Meristem's philosophy
  • Support systems that ensure high-quality mental health services
  • Participate in program evaluation and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted CA clinical license (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, Psychologist) preferred
• Meets qualifications to provide clinical supervision in California
• Experience providing one-to-one therapy and/or case management
• Experience working with neurodiverse populations, ideally adults on the autism spectrum
• Experience with experiential, somatic, art-based, or play-based modalities preferred
• Experience in interdisciplinary or educational settings preferred
• Experience supervising interns or associate clinicians preferred
• Individuals who have held a full, unrestricted clinical license for at least two years and who are open to completing the additional training and certifications required to serve as a clinical supervisor by August 2026 are strongly encouraged to apply

Pay & Schedule

• Salary: $85,000 – $95,000 annually, depending on experience
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 am – 4:30 pm, with occasional weekend flexibility based on community events

Benefits

• Medical plus $3k HRA to help offset medical costs
• Dental, Vision, and 401K
• Daily Lunch and Snacks provided