Clinician I-V (Success First Central)

SOUTH COAST COMMUNITY SERVICES•Colton, CA

6d•$71,640 - $93,320•Hybrid

About The Position

South Coast Community Services offers competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, diverse client populations, clinical autonomy, and a strong support system. Clinicians will provide comprehensive mental health services, developing and implementing therapeutic treatment plans. Services include assessment, psychotherapy, case management, psychoeducation, and crisis intervention. Clinicians may facilitate therapeutic groups or family sessions and participate in an on-call rotation. They will also assist in coordinating and collaborating with outside agencies such as Probation Departments, Schools, Juvenile Dependency Court, and County Behavioral Health Services. This position is eligible for bonuses and merit increases based on clinical hours, licensure attainment, and post-licensure experience.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field required.
1+ years’ experience in report writing, assessment/diagnostic skills, group and family therapy skills.
Active registration with the California BBS or Board of Psychology as Registered Psychologist (if not licensed).
Valid CA driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
Completion of CPR/First Aid within the first thirty (30) days of employment.
Ability to drive a motor vehicle without restrictions, often in heavy traffic and frequently long distances (one hour or more) to ensure safe transport to client settings and to safely transport clients to appointments as needed.
Senses of vision, hearing and smell sufficient to regularly operate a motor vehicle, to visualize threats in the environment or risks to clients, and to operate safely in the field.
Required to occasionally lift and carry 10-20 pounds.
Regularly required to sit, stand, climb stairs (1 or more flights) and walk while in route to and during family visits.
Regularly required to sit and use computer in office settings.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Microsoft Outlook and able to navigate electronic health records systems.
Understanding of the child welfare system and child development principles.
Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, behavioral interventions, and therapeutic approaches for high-risk youth.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment, remain organized and manage multiple tasks at once.
Ability to work effectively as a multidisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

PsyD/PhD/LCSW/LMFT preferred.

Responsibilities

Utilize a trauma-informed approach when working with children and their families.
Provide individual and/or family therapy, formulate diagnoses and complete clinical assessments and treatment plans.
Acquire and apply up-to date knowledge of evidenced based interventions and methodologies.
Administer measures such as the GAD-7 and PHQ-9 and utilize results to inform treatment.
Utilize Whole Person Care model when treatment planning to maximize client empowerment.
Comply with all HIPAA and SCCS confidentiality standards.
Adhere to all relevant standards and regulations for productivity, timeliness, and documentation.
Communicate and collaborate effectively with outside agencies to ensure clients’ treatment goals are met and in compliance with court-orders.
Attend all required meetings, such as Children and Family Team meetings.
Effectively collaborate with the program’s multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive and cohesive care.
Skillfully manage crisis situations and utilize de-escalation techniques as appropriate.
Provide psychotherapy to commercially insured clients for an additional stipend through South Coast’s Hope Healing Connection Program.