Community Therapist

Description

A Community Therapist is responsible for specific clinical services to assigned adults, youth, and families so that they may become healthy, independent and productive members of their communities. A Community Therapist is expected to exercise professional judgment and discretion as a significant practitioner in the successful integration of treatment for clients. A Therapist works designated shifts under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor.

DUTIES:

1. ACCEPTANCE OF CASES: Has a willingness to accept a variety of cases.
2. ASSESSMENTS: Independently performs intake assessments and formulates
diagnoses and case conceptualization using a culturally competent approach.
3. OUTCOMES: Regularly identify and complete data outcome elements in a
timely manner.
4. STRENGTH BASED: Is capable of accurately identifying and building on the
strengths of clients to better reach their potential.
5. THERAPY: Provide individual, family, and group therapy using evidence base
psychotherapy interventions, and case management as needed.
6. REFERRALS: Demonstrates a sound knowledge of resources and ability to
make appropriate referrals.
7. CLINICAL THEORY: Demonstrates a good understanding and use of clinical
theory, interventions, and treatment concepts.
8. DOCUMENTATION: Submits thorough documentation including initial
assessment, progress notes and notations demonstrating frequent
collaborations with treatment team members.
9. PRODUCTIVITY: Completes timely documentation of all contacts with clients
and maintains productivity standards set forth by the agency Tier System and
internal policies.
10. RESPECT: Demonstrates respect for the intrinsic value of each person, their
individual differences and culture.
11. TRAVEL: Travels independently to various environments as needed (buildings
with stairs, various communities, schools, etc.).
12. COLLABORATION: Regularly collaborates with Masada Staff, clients,
caregivers and supports, and other members of the clinical team.
13. ETHICS: Is able to set and follow appropriate boundaries and uphold legal and
ethical standards as they pertain to mental health services, maintaining
professional partnerships.
14. PROBLEM SOLVING: Is able to solve problems independently with minimal
supervisory direction.
15. SKILLS: Demonstrates sound written and oral skills.
16. CRISIS: Ensures the safety of clients by providing direct crisis intervention and
therapeutic guidance. Communicates critical issues to supervisor and team in
a timely fashion.
17. MEETINGS: Is prompt and participates in meetings, group supervision, case
presentations, and in-service training and conferences as required and
scheduled.
18. TRAINING: Must complete training in Evidence Based Practices as available
and receive a certificate within one year of completion of training.
19. CONFIDENTIALITY: Maintains strict confidentiality over all records and
information related to clients.
20. OTHER: Performs other duties as directed by supervisor.

Qualifications

1. Valid California license as a LCSW, MFT, PhD, or PsyD; or master’s degree and current registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate MSW or MFT Intern, LPCC or APCC
2. Work experience in a comparable mental health setting.
3. Valid California Driver’s License, good driving record, and must be able to drive to fulfill the duties of the position.
4. Bilingual Spanish required.

( This position serves SPA 1 Antelope Valley region ) 

$5,000 Signing Bonus - Receive first half of the $5,000 on the first paycheck and the second half after 6 months of employment.

Excellent benefits! 

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Life/AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability

Additional Incentives: Annual merit increases if earned, bonus incentives, paid jury duty, employee assistance program, flexible spending account, employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more!