Intake Therapist, STRTP (41462)

St Anne's•Los Angeles, CA

31d•$71,852•Onsite

About The Position

Join us at St. Anne's Family Services: Making a Difference in Families' Lives About Us: St. Anne's Family Services is dedicated to transforming lives and communities. We're committed to providing unwavering support to families, from pregnancy to parenthood and childhood to adulthood. Our work brings about life-changing transformation, and we're seeking a Family Engagement and Intake Specialist to join our team and be a vital part of this mission. About the Program: Residential Treatment Program (STRTP): This short-term residential therapeutic program provides services to pregnant, parenting, and at-risk young women (and their children) ages 13-18 in the foster care and/or juvenile justice system. These youth are typically placed by the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) or Probation Department. Role Summary: This position will be responsible for providing comprehensive mental health initial assessments and mental health services to ensure quality client care. Ensure documentation adheres to DMH standards. Participate in an interdisciplinary team to provide a healthy, therapeutic, and safe environment for program participants

Requirements

Master's degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field required
Registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, required
Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the agency's insurance carrier.
Bilingual in Spanish, required

Nice To Haves

1+ year experience providing in-home services, work with underserved communities, work with high-risk children, adolescents, and their families preferred
Physical ability to perform Pro-ACT and administer First Aid/CPR required

Responsibilities

Screen and review all referrals made to STRTP to assess for program appropriateness within required timeframes.
Complete STRTP intake documentation, including but not limited to initial assessments and care plans.
Assist in the completion of the on-site admission process in collaboration with clinical and program teams.
Collaborate with treatment team to ensure quality client care. Assist with the development and/or facilitate Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings, which includes multi-disciplinary professionals, the child and family, extended family members, and informal community supports, while aligning with the Integrated Share Core Practice Model
Conduct visits to schools and/or other service providers in order to help client achieve their service plan and treatment plan goals.
Provide 24-hour availability and crisis intervention on an as needed, or regularly scheduled basis which may include weekends and evenings.
Assist client in the incorporation of informal supports, natural family helpers, and other community resources.
Manage community and family crises involving children and parents if applicable. Document client services in accordance with DMH standards.