Therapist I, Mental Health Services (51218)

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 Therapist I to 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: $70356.00
• 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 a home-based and community-based services working in the field with clients within Service Planning Area (SPA) 4 - LA Metro Area)
• This position is working with community-based clients and Transitional Housing Program clients. This program works with women ages 18-24 that have transitioned out of foster care or juvenile justice system and chronically homeless clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide individual family play and group therapy for designated caseload of clients.
• Utilize DSM for diagnosing. Conduct psycho-social assessments and treatment planning.
• Document client services in accordance with Department of Mental Health standards
• Conduct visits to homes schools and or other service providers in order to help client achieve their service plan goals.
• Manage community and family crises involving children and parents.
• Provide 24-hour availability and crisis intervention on an as needed or regularly scheduled basis which may include weekends and evenings.
• Collaborate with treatment team to ensure quality client care.
• Evaluate parent/child/family progress and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Coordinate linkage to appropriate intra-agency and community resources including coordination of clients psychiatric needs.
• Maintain fidelity to evidenced-based practices as required.
• Assist other program areas with coverage/ratio requirements as needed.
• Maintain monthly service provision requirements.
• Interface with Department of Children and Family Services Department of Mental Health court systems schools law enforcement health care providers and other community liaisons as needed.
• Ensure accuracy in work and that all deadline expectations are met.
• Actively participate in administrative and clinical supervision and meetings.
• Follow up with supervisor in a timely manner regarding significant issues.
• Maintain confidentiality as required by St. Annes licensing HIPAA and other regulatory agencies.
• Demonstrate ownership of work responsibilities by incorporating feedback taking initiative and interacting in a professional manner within assigned role and adhering to agency guidelines.

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
  

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