In-House Counsel (Employment, Corporate & Behavioral Health Compliance) Job at Liberty Behavioral & Community Services, Inc., Los Angeles, CA

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  • Liberty Behavioral & Community Services, Inc.
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Liberty Behavioral & Community Services Inc. is seeking a full-time, onsite In-House Counsel to serve as a key legal partner supporting employment law, corporate matters, and behavioral health regulatory compliance within a highly regulated service environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide legal guidance on California employment and labor laws, including wage and hours, employee classification, leaves, accommodations, investigations, and terminations.
  • Ensure compliance with California Labor Code, FEHA, CFRA/FMLA, ADA, OSHA, and applicable healthcare workforce regulations.
  • Draft, review, and maintain employee handbooks, HR policies, and operational procedures.
  • Advice on behavioral health licensing, audits, and regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Support compliance with HIPAA, privacy laws, and confidentiality standards.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate vendor, clinical service, and partnership agreements.
  • Respond to and manage DLSE, EEOC, and CRD (DFEH) matters.
  • Partner with executive leadership, HR, and clinical teams to mitigate risk and support ethical operations.
  • Coordinate with outside counsel as needed.

Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
  • Active California State Bar membership in good standing.
  • 5–8+ years of experience in employment and corporate law.
  • Strong knowledge of California labor laws and healthcare/behavioral health regulations.
  • Prior experience in behavioral health, healthcare, or human services strongly preferred.
  • Excellent judgment, communication, and collaborative skills.

Work Environment:

  • 100% onsite position.
  • Direct collaboration with executive leadership, HR, and clinical teams.

Benefits

Liberty Behavioral & Community Services Inc. offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, along with the opportunity to support a mission-driven organization serving diverse communities.

Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $220,000 – $240,000 annually.

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off

Job Tags

Full time,

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