Program: Outpatient Mental Health
Location: South El Monte
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Language: Bilingual Preferred
Pay Range: $71,000-$79,000
Job Description
SUMMARY
The Outpatient Mental Health Clinician conducts assessments and develops client and family driven service/treatment plans, provides integrated mental health, substance abuse, child abuse prevention and treatment services, and coordinates services with other providers. Treatment is provided through individual, group and family therapy both on site and in the community (including schools, homes and other facilities where available and assigned). All services are to adhere to the fidelity of the Outpatient Mental Health Model, with a strong emphasis on culturally competent service delivery and practice. Exemplify agency core values (Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Collaboration, and Excellence) and adhere to agency mission and vision.
Responsibilities:
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Conduct assessments, develop client and family driven services/treatment plans, provide integrated mental health, substance abuse, child abuse prevention and treatment services, and coordinate services with other providers, both internal and external of SPIRITT
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Provide treatment through individual, group and family therapy both on site and in the community (including schools, homes and other facilities where available and assigned)
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Provide clinical support and information to team members and families and participate in Client and Family Team meetings with a focus on trauma responsive services and guidance
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Identifies interventions and crafts individualized services, in collaboration with participant, to address the underlying needs, especially the child’s trauma-related need
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Creates a safe environment governed by the principles of respect and the families’ voice and choice
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Educates all participants in the CFT process to engage in conversations around the child’s behaviors and symptoms, and translates those behaviors and symptoms into underlying needs
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Maintain ongoing communication about case load with social workers, probation, and DMH liaisons
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Maintain accurate client records, and implement quality assurance tools provided (i.e., checklists required for intakes, assessment, discharges, annuals, and transfer of cases)
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Participate in case reviews monthly with DMH
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Participate in Outpatient Mental Health treatment team meetings on a weekly basis facilitated by Clinical Supervisor
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Research and provide resource/linkage and referral follow-up to clients to help meet underlying needs
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Serve as the Single Fixed Point of Responsibility to all cases assigned and be responsible for completing the DMH assessment and Client Care Coordination Plan as well as advising and overseeing the development of the family Plan of Care and Safety Plan.
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Respond to clients/families in a timely, friendly manner, assist callers
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Maintain monthly consultations, with psychiatrist about shared cases, and record in electronic health record
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Provide clinical support and information to team members and families and participate in Client and Family Team meetings with a focus on trauma responsive services and guidance
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Maintain accuracy and consistency in timekeeping, weekly case notes, external reports/letters, client files and all other required documentation
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Attend group and individual clinical supervision to establish and coordinate consumer and/or family treatment goals
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Assist in planning and facilitating structured family program and educational activities
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Maintain an awareness of new mental health laws governing programs and treatment modalities including HIPAA and confidentiality, child and adult abuse regulations
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Attend County/community meetings/conferences/trainings and interagency meetings/trainings to represent agency/program in a professional manner as assigned by Program Manager and/or Agency Directors
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Adhere to Agency Policies and Procedures and funding/contract(s) requirements
Requirements
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Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Science working toward licensure as professional counselor (LCSW, LMFT, or Licensed Clinical Psychologist)
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Maintain good standing with the licensing board and provide copy of current registration
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Evidence of supervision by a licensed clinician if unlicensed and applicable
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Possess skills in organizing, planning and prioritizing
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Possess good judgment and able to work independently and as a team
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Possess excellent oral and written communications skills to communicate and document work activities
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Possess adequate coursework and knowledge of legal and ethical issues regarding child & family counseling and other emotional, social and behavioral health concerns
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Possess training and adhere to child and adult dependent abuse reporting procedures
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Knowledge and ability to provide integrated services for children, adults and families
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Knowledge and ability to provide services in the alcohol and/or drug related field and to various ethnic/cultural groups in the community
We value the well-being of our employees and are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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15 Paid Holidays annually (With extra Personal and Wellness Holiday)
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14 Vacation Days, with increases based on years of service
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1 hour for every 30 hours worked sick time (with 120 hours max)
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403(b) Retirement Savings Plan available on day one, with employer matching
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100% Employer-Paid Medical Benefits for staff
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Employee wellness programs, including mental health support and work-life balance initiatives
Join a team that prioritizes your growth, health, and passion for community service.
SPIRITT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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