SBCC
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Title: Mental Health Therapist
Reports To: Clinical Director
Summary: Under the direction of the Clinical Director, the mental health therapist is responsible for supporting the enhancement and development of the Clinical department. This position must have a positive and supportive attitude toward the agency and its overall success.
Responsibilities
· Provide case management, individual therapy, family therapy, couple’s therapy, and/or group therapy.
· Develop proactive strategies to ensure enrollment numbers and outcome targets are met
· Support case managers, conduct needs assessments, help families develop goals and provide linkages
· Work closely with colleagues and external agencies to facilitate discussion groups
· In collaboration with the Clinical Director, design and deliver focus groups, support groups, peer to peer groups and other group related programming
· Completion of progress notes within 24 hours of provided service.
· Co-facilitate nurturing parenting curriculum once a week for 15-week cohorts
· Required to provide services to a minimum of 20 participants a week, or a minimum of 80 hours of service per month.
· Facilitate discussion groups on Facebook/Instagram regarding mental health and other relevant topics
· Provide support to other SBCC ventures and be present at mandatory events as required by clinical director and/or executive director
· Carry out other duties as assigned by the Clinical Director
Desired Qualifications and Experience:
· Bilingual, Spanish Speaking
· Registered with the State of California’s Board of Behavioral Sciences (AMFT or ASW)
· Two to four years of case management/counseling experience
- Experience implementing evidence-based practices
- Experience working in crisis setting with individuals and families
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Proficiency in computer skills, especially using Outlook, Word, Excel and customized databases
- Ability to work in and adapt the culture of a multi-cultural, community-based organization
- Commitment to maintain confidentiality
- Understanding SBCC’s mission and culture and the ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with staff
and participants in all circumstances
- Employment contingent upon clear fingerprint and criminal history record
- Employment contingent upon successful completion of U.S. Department of Justice Form I-9
- Awareness of and sensitivity to the cultures represented in LA County
- Good inter-personal skills, ability to relate well with persons from a variety socioeconomic and cultural group.
- Reliable transportation, valid California Driver’s License with a clear driving record and proof of insurance.
- Carry out other duties as assigned by the Clinical Director
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $61,500.00 - $63,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work setting:
Ability to Relocate:
- Wilmington, CA 90744: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person