Licensed Therapist

Redding Rancheria•Redding, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Therapist is licensed/certified independently to provide direct Mental Health and Chemical Dependency services in an outpatient medical setting to Native Americans and their families residing in the eastern half of Trinity County and the western two-thirds of Shasta county who have mental health, substance abuse, or co-occurring disorders. This provider will conduct mental health intakes, substance abuse assessments, provide individual, family and group treatment and Integrative/crisis services to patients of all ages in the Redding Rancheria Tribal Health System. Responsibilities also include serving as a consultant for program services to Redding Rancheria staff and community, and working to increase the understanding of individual and community behavioral health issues and service delivery. The treatment approach will take place in a collaborative setting of medical providers, psychiatry providers, case managers, recovery team counselors, as well as other support staff.

Requirements

A Master’s degree in Counseling, psychology or relate field.
Must be currently licensed in good standing by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences to practice as an independent Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT or AMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPCC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW or ACSW)
Must pass background assessment of moral character and legal status.
Must submit to fingerprint identification with law enforcement and be able to work with children.
Must demonstrate emotional stability, independent judgment, and initiative in professional activities and relationships with clients and co-workers.
Valid California Driver's license.
Individual must be insurable by Tribe's automobile insurer.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
Indian preference.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrate knowledge of trauma-informed treatment practices and/or a willingness to obtain training in trauma-informed evidence-based clinic interventions.

Responsibilities

Provide mental health and substance abuse assessments, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, psychotherapy, case management, referral and coordination with other allied professionals and treatment providers, including medical providers, psychiatrists, Tribal Child and Family Services, school IEP coordinators, courts, and other community based agencies.
Caseloads may include treatment of children, adolescents, adults, couples, or families living with mild-moderate mental health or substance use disorders.
Have a functional understanding of DSM-5 psychiatric disorders, psychoactive medications, brain physiology and demonstrate a working knowledge of various theoretical models of psychotherapy, including brief therapy, behavioral counseling, substance abuse recovery and other culturally relevant forms of treatment.
Demonstrate knowledge of trauma-informed treatment practices and/or a willingness to obtain training in trauma-informed evidence-based clinic interventions.
Provide case management in the form of interpersonal support and problem solving assistance to individuals and families in need of services. Provide crisis prevention, relapse prevention, education and follow-up information on mental health and substance abuse treatment and recovery to individuals and families in our service area.
Provide suicide risk assessments and crisis prevention intervention, with the possibility of receiving warm-handoffs from medical providers. Respond promptly to requests from staff for support in crisis situations within the clinic or the tribal community. Practice appropriate crisis intervention skills. In conjunction with other members of the Behavioral Health Department and local human service providers, develop preparedness plans for responding to crisis situations within Shasta County. Refer individuals for follow-up as needed.
Update individualized treatment plans according to ethical standards of practice including goal, objective interventions, duration and frequency.
Facilitate and co-facilitate group therapy sessions as needed for targeted client groups, such as adolescents, elders, trauma or abuse survivors, substance abuse treatment and recovery, anger management, grief support and/or other support groups. Work with the community to effectively advertise and recruit for group services.
Maintain confidential electronic health records and other records in accordance with requirements of state, tribal, federal laws and clinic policy. Accurately complete all assessments, daily behavioral health progress notes and client file documents within the required timeframe and provide them to the clinic, courts, probation and referral sources as appropriate, as required by insurance and within HIPAA regulations.
Provide consultation, training and technical assistance as requested to other departments and tribal entities. Assist with organizing staff and community activities that help the tribe respond to local human service and behavioral health needs in the interest of efficiency and responsiveness of services
Maintain a clinical license in good standing and comply with continuing education requirements per applicable through the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Respond promptly to requests from the credentialing team to provide up-to-date documentation necessary for Insurance requirements.
Participate in clinical supervision with the Behavioral Health Director or behavioral health supervisor to maintain quality patient care and services, as needed. Participate in regular Behavioral Health Department staff meetings, safety training, group consultation and supervision. Evaluate clinical progress in an ongoing manner to include evaluation of employee’s own issues, such as counter-transference.
Proactively problem-solve with the supervisor appropriate time management and logistic strategies for working hours. Assist with program evaluations and peer reviews as requested. Complete timesheets, travel requests and trip reports, email responses, annual reviews and other projects as assigned in a timely manner. Keep appointments and be at work and at meetings on time.
Participate as a team member of Redding Rancheria by actively participating in tribal and clinic meetings, and collaborating with varied departments to facilitate the most effective provision of services to beneficiaries. Develop a positive working environment by treating clinic and tribal staff members with respect and courtesy. Exercise sound judgment with problem solving and conflict resolution skills. Encourage others to achieve high levels of quality and successful working relationships. Promote team effectiveness, promoting trust, commitment and tribal pride.
Possess and seek an ongoing fundamental understanding of Native American culture and local Native American communities. Maintain high quality work, patient care and provision of all services in a culturally competent and sensitive manner.
Perform other duties and assignments as requested by the Behavioral Health Director.