Therapist

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, group, and/or family therapy services to a wide variety of clients with a broad range of problems, using research based treatment techniques.
• Performs comprehensive client assessments and crisis intervention services.
• Establish relationships with patients and families that encourage an effective use of the therapy process.
• Aids clients in the appropriate use of community resources and performs other case management duties, coordinating the services intra and interdepartmentally.
• Communicates proactively with other providers who share involvement in case or in family treatment.
• Completes treatment plans and related chart/billing forms in compliance with requirements.
• Participates and conducts Quality Improvement/Risk Management objectives and activities.
• Participates in all Behavioral Health Department and monthly staff meetings.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited graduate program in social work, counseling or psychology.
• Licensed therapist (LCSW/LMFT) or registered intern (ACSW/AMFT) in the State of California.
• Can demonstrate the ability to work with diverse populations (experience working with Native Americans is desirable).
• Two (2) years of therapy experience desired.
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Able to travel for meetings/trainings.
• Valid California driver’s license and proof of personal automobile insurance as required by California state law.
• Current CPR certification.