School-Based Therapist II, Bilingual (Spanish)

Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services•Los Angeles, CA

2d•$71,495 - $82,219•Onsite

About The Position

As a bilingual School-Based Therapist II, you will provide crisis intervention, conduct intake assessments, and deliver individual, family, and group psychotherapy to children and families with a history of mental illness and/or substance use issues in a school-based setting. You will actively engage clients in therapeutic treatment, develop tailored intervention plans, and support their journey toward mental wellness. Using your bilingual skills, you will ensure effective communication and culturally responsive care for diverse populations. Your role will involve collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, and applying evidence-based practices to foster positive outcomes for clients and their families within a school community.

Requirements

Fluency in required language for assigned program (Spanish).
Expected to have or receive LPS certification (within 1 year of start date) to perform psychiatric holds for clients who are gravely disabled, and/or exhibiting a danger to self or others.
Active licensure as a LPCC, LCSW, MFT, Psy.D, Ph.D (licensed) and two years' experience working with individuals and families with a history of mental illness and/or substance use in a social service/mental health environment.
Must be registered with BBS or Board of Psychology.
Current knowledge of all job specific skills including crisis intervention and individual/family therapy, multicultural and socio-economic issues, and documentation standards.
Advanced knowledge of therapeutic intervention, assessment and intake for children and families with a history of mental illness and/or substance use.
Previous experience working in various school settings or with children and adolescents in a clinical environment.
Able to engage with students, families, and school staff with cultural competence; Awareness of and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and cultures, with an ability to provide inclusive support.
Depending on program/division, demonstrates advanced knowledge of Evidence Based Practices, Co-Occurring Disorders and/or the Recovery Model of treatment as required.
Knowledge of Agency policies and procedures, HIPAA, FERPA, policies and documentation guidelines, and county, state and federal regulations relating to service programs for and families with a history of mental illness and/or substance use.
Knowledgeable about and actively supports integrated mental health, physical health and substance use treatment to improve care for the whole person.
Advocacy skills to include a holistic approach to integrated health care and case management.
Skills to present ideas, information, and viewpoints clearly, both verbally and in writing.
Able to efficiently use the personal computer to include Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Record.
Ability to utilize analysis, experience, and judgment to make effective business and therapeutic decisions.
Demonstrate commitment to team objectives and Didi Hirsch mission.
Adapt to changing needs by acquiring new skills and knowledge.
Ability to transport clients using personal or Agency vehicle and/or public transportation.
Current California driver’s license, car insurance, and a driving record acceptable to the Agency’s insurance carrier.

Nice To Haves

Experience working at specific partner school and/or surrounding community strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides intake assessment, crisis intervention, short-term therapy and facilitates conflict resolution in office or field to children, and families with a history of mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders.
Independently performs intake assessments and formulates diagnoses and case conceptualization using a culturally competent approach.
Demonstrates collaborative approach within a multidisciplinary team and external systems: Works closely with teachers, school counselors, and administration to develop strategies that support students' mental health and academic success; interfaces and collaborates with clinic psychiatrist regarding assessment and intake
Participate in and lead professional development sessions for school staff on relevant mental health topics, fostering an understanding of mental health issues and strategies for supporting students effectively.
Demonstrates ability to utilize a whole person/integrated care approach in assessment, treatment planning and intervention.
Demonstrates competency in managing crises with minimal guidance.
Assesses treatment progress and adapts interventions as needed.
Uses collaborative documentation during therapy sessions in accordance with Agency standards.
Uses evidence based practice (EBP) to formulate an initial plan of treatment; assesses and monitors condition of client to evaluate treatment and adapts interventions as needed.
Assists with client evaluations, clinical diagnoses and case disposition
Identifies and refers clients to school-based interventions (i.e. SST, 504, IEP) when necessary, coordinating care as needed.
Provides some case management to include referral and linkages to internal and community support services, such as psychiatrists, primary medical care, housing, rehabilitation programs, drug/alcohol services and social activity groups
Incorporates new technologies into treatment, including outcome measurements, to improve access, client engagement and effectiveness.
Initiates psychiatric holds for clients presenting a danger to themselves or others and/or are gravely disabled, and in need of hospitalization.
Monitors and maintains documentation of client services; ensures compliance with Agency, county, state and federal policies and procedures, standards and guidelines.
Will carry a caseload of clients and meets Agency client service expectations as assigned.
May be asked to provide after hours on call coverage and/or Officer of the Day duties.
Attends and participates in Agency and program/team meetings, individual/group supervision, and related community Agency meetings as required/requested (remotely or in person)
Maintains regular communication with agency supervisors, school personnel and responds to emails/voicemails in a timely manner.
Demonstrates time management and organizational skills to meet Agency standards.
Develops and maintains clinical skills through seminars, workshops, or other forms of continuing education/training related to individuals with a history of mental illness and/or substance use disorder.