Therapist II (47787)

St Anne's Family Services•Los Angeles, CA

6d•Hybrid

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 an Assistant Director to join our team and be a vital part of this mission. Why Choose Us: Making a Difference: Every day, you'll contribute to breaking the cycles of poverty and ensuring families stay together, creating a lasting impact by supporting our teams. Collaborative Environment: Join a passionate team dedicated to our mission, where your insights and expertise are valued. Professional Growth: We support your career development and offer training to help you grow. Community Impact: Become part of a trauma informed organization that makes a positive difference. Work-Life Flexibility: We offer hybrid schedules for many roles and a 9/80 work schedule. Compensation: In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this position is posted with this position. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. About the Program: Mental Health Services: Services range from Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) services to Full Service Partnership (FSP). Services include individual, family, and group therapy; play therapy; therapeutic rehabilitation services; targeted case management; psychiatric assessment and medication management support services; and parent education and partnering. Role Summary: Responsible for providing comprehensive 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 clients. Schedule: Monday-Friday, 10am-7pm, flex Friday, 10am-6pm (9/80 work schedule) Location: 155 N Occidental Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026 (This position is community-based services working in the field with clients at permanent supportive housing sites within Service Planning Area (SPA) 4 - LA Metro Area) This position is working with community-based clients and HSSP clients (adults, at offsite permanent supportive housing programs for chronically homeless individuals/families) Incentive: This position is eligible for an incentive of $1,500 paid after 3 months of continuous employment and a retention incentive of $1,500 after 12 months of continuous employment.

Requirements

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling is required
Ability to be registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences is required
Strong clinical skills in individual, family, and group therapy.
Physical ability to perform Pro-ACT, administer first aid/CPR
Requires possession of reliable automobile, a valid California Driver’s License, and a driving record acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier.
Must maintain and provide proof of automotive liability insurance coverage.
Ability to independently use a computer and the ability to learn necessary computer programs.
Bilingual skills in Spanish required

Nice To Haves

Experience in In-Home Services or work with adolescents preferred

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive mental health services ensuring quality client care
Document according to DMH standards
Provide individual, family, play and group therapy
Utilize DSM for diagnosing
Conduct psycho-social assessments and treatment planning
Visit homes, schools, or other service providers, as necessary
Manage community and family crises involving children and parents
Provide 24-hour availability and crisis intervention, as needed, including evenings and weekends
Collaborate with the treatment team
Coordinate client linkage within the agency and with community resources
Maintain fidelity to evidenced-based practices
Ensure weekly service provisions are met
Connect with Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), Department of Mental Health (DMH), court systems, law enforcement, health care providers and other community liaisons
Maintain confidentiality, as required
Attends weekly collaboration meetings with Intensive Case Management Services staff at each off-site housing location
Facilitates linkage to additional services when needed
Attend required trainings on Motivational Interviewing and Trauma Informed Care as outlined in the program Statement of Work
Completes outreach and engagement events at housing sites
Develops and runs groups for program participants
Collaborates with LPS designee to coordinate crisis response and placement should a psychiatric hold be required