Therapist II, Mental Health Services (47787)

Join us at St. Annes Family Services: Making a Difference in Families Lives

About Us: St. Annes Family Servicesis dedicated to transforming lives and communities. Were committed to providing unwavering support to families from pregnancy to parenthood and childhood to adulthood. Our work brings about life-changing transformation and were seeking an Assistant Directorto join our team and be a vital part of this mission.

Why Choose Us:

• Making a Difference: Every day youll 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.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary: $71852.00
• Generous 401(k) matching
• Paid Time Off: 10 paid holidays and a generous PTO policy
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance Pet Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• 403(b) Company Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• And more!

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 $1500 paid after 3 months of continuous employment and a retention incentive of $1500 after 12 months of continuous employment.

Duties and 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

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Social Work Psychology or Counseling is required
• Ability to be registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences is required
• Experience in In-Home Services or work with adolescents preferred
• 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 Drivers License and a driving record acceptable to the agencys 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 preferred not required
  

St. Annes Family Services is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply!