Working on site at John Reed Elementary School in Rohnert Park, the Associate Therapist is part of CPI's team of school-based mental health providers. This role provides individual and group therapy focusing on areas such as depression, anxiety, substance abuse prevention, bullying, and other social and emotional challenges, including school engagement and peer connections.
Schedule: Up to 180 work days per calendar year including professional development during the Regular School Year (RSY) from August 10, 2026 - June 4, 2027.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:
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Minimum of 1 year experience in the mental health field.
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Experience in a social service or mental health agency serving youth is preferred.
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Knowledge and experience working with diverse populations utilizing culturally responsive, trauma-informed, strength-based strategies.
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Knowledge and understanding of professional, legal and ethical obligations.
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Ability to perform age appropriate psychosocial/diagnostic assessments for clients and families.
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Ability to integrate assessment findings and translate them into treatment goals.
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Effective communication and organizational skills in a team dynamic.
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Willingness to take on additional tasks and remain flexible and adaptable to change.
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Proficient in PC programs, i.e. Windows and MS Word, Google Drive, Zoom, etc.
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Hold a valid CA driver’s license and insurance along with reliable transportation.
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Spanish/English bilingual preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Conduct initial assessment of new clients and develop client plans.
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Conduct individual and/or group sessions within the scope of practice and enter progress notes on a daily basis.
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Review, organize, update, and track client charts.
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Provide targeted case management.
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Follow program policies and procedures utilizing appropriate assessments and input from the clinical supervisor and treatment team.
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Participate in clinical supervision and group consultation to enhance professional growth and examine clinical work.
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Maintain strict confidentiality guidelines regarding all clients, conversations and referrals.
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Communicate program services activities, assess site/partner needs and report all to the program manager/director.
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Other duties as assigned.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
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This position is open to registered associates (AMFT, ACSW, APCC) in good standing.
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Associate therapists are provided with group and individual supervision by a clinical supervisor as required by their licensing board.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Ability to lift 25 lbs (supplies)
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Prolonged sitting and working on a computer and telephone.
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS:
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Must be fingerprinted and background checked against the CA Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation.
NOTICE: This job description is provided as a general summary of common job duties performed by individuals assigned this job title. It is not all-inclusive, nor is it intended to create a contract, written or implied, between employees and Child Parent Institute, nor does it in any way alter the at-will employment relationship that exists between employees and Child Parent Institute. As a condition of employment, all agency employees are expected to perform job duties assigned by agency management even when such duties are not included in their job description. CPI is an equal opportunity employer.
