Therapist II

Didi Hirsch Brand•Los Angeles, CA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services is hiring a Therapist II for its Disaster Care program at the Olympic Suicide Prevention Counseling Center. This hybrid position requires onsite work in Pacific Palisades 1–2 days per week. The role provides crisis intervention, intake assessments, and individual, family, and group psychotherapy to adults, children, and families with histories of mental illness and/or substance use. The therapist coordinates case management and support services and provides culturally responsive, integrated mental health, physical health, and substance use treatment. The Therapist II independently assesses clients, develops diagnoses and case conceptualizations, formulates evidence-based treatment plans, and adapts interventions based on client progress. The role involves crisis management, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and clinic psychiatrist, maintaining client records, meeting caseload and service expectations, and connecting clients with community resources. The therapist may also provide after-hours on-call coverage and/or Officer of the Day duties. Didi Hirsch is a nonprofit mental health and substance use services organization founded in 1942. Its work includes crisis care and suicide prevention, with a commitment to culturally responsive, equitable care. The organization serves approximately 290,000 people annually and has more than 1,000 employees and volunteers.

Requirements

Active licensure as an LPCC, LCSW, MFT, Psy.D., or Ph.D. (licensed); must be registered with the BBS or Board of Psychology.
Two years of experience working with individuals and families with a history of mental illness and/or substance use in a social service or mental health environment.
Current knowledge of crisis intervention, individual and family therapy, multicultural and socioeconomic issues, and documentation standards.
Advanced knowledge of therapeutic interventions, assessment, and intake for adults, children, and families with a history of mental illness and/or substance use.
Knowledge of Evidence-Based Practices, Co-Occurring Disorders, and/or the Recovery Model as required by the program or division.
Knowledge of Agency policies and procedures, HIPAA, documentation guidelines, and county, state, and federal regulations relating to service programs.
Knowledge of and support for integrated mental health, physical health, and substance use treatment.
Advocacy skills, including a holistic approach to integrated health care and case management.
Ability to communicate ideas, information, and viewpoints clearly, verbally and in writing.
Ability to use a personal computer, Microsoft Office Suite, and an Electronic Health Record.
Ability to use analysis, experience, and judgment to make effective business and therapeutic decisions.
Commitment to team objectives and the Didi Hirsch mission.
Ability to adapt to changing needs by acquiring new skills and knowledge.
Ability to transport clients using a 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.

Responsibilities

Provide intake assessments, crisis intervention, short-term therapy, and conflict resolution to children, adults, and families in an office or field setting.
Independently conduct intake assessments and formulate diagnoses and case conceptualizations using a culturally competent approach.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and external systems, including the clinic psychiatrist on assessment and intake.
Use a whole-person, integrated-care approach in assessment, treatment planning, and intervention.
Manage crises with minimal guidance.
Assess treatment progress and adapt interventions as needed.
Use collaborative documentation during therapy sessions in accordance with Agency standards.
Use evidence-based practices to create initial treatment plans and monitor client conditions and treatment outcomes.
Assist with client evaluations, clinical diagnoses, and case disposition.
Incorporate new technologies, including outcome measurement tools, to improve access, engagement, and effectiveness.
Initiate psychiatric holds when clients present a danger to themselves or others, are gravely disabled, and need hospitalization.
Provide case management, referrals, and linkages to internal and community resources, including psychiatric and primary medical care, housing, rehabilitation, substance use services, and social activity groups.
Document client services and ensure compliance with Agency, county, state, and federal policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
Maintain a client caseload and meet assigned Agency service expectations.
May provide after-hours on-call coverage and/or Officer of the Day duties.
Attend Agency and program/team meetings, individual and group supervision, and related community Agency meetings as required or requested.
Communicate regularly with supervisors and respond to emails and voicemails in a timely manner.
Use time-management and organizational skills to meet Agency standards.
Maintain and develop clinical skills through continuing education and training related to mental illness and/or substance use disorders.