Mental Health Therapist - Youth Resource Team

Updated: April 19

Santa Monica

2200 Virginia Avenue

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85.7

5.7mi

Job Abstract

The Mental Health Specialist delivers interventions based on select evidence-based practice models and works as a team member with other social service professionals ensuring the delivery of quality care in accordance with the rules and regulations established by the Los Angeles Department of Mental Health for contracted agencies as well as adhering to the mission of St Joseph Center. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Key Areas of Responsibility:Assist consumers, in the office, in their resp... more details

Job Description

Job Summary

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Areas of Responsibility:

Assist consumers, in the office, in their respective homes or other field based locations assigned to his/her caseload in the development and coordination of service plans
Assist with developing and implement client treatment plans emphasizing coordinated strategies for addressing mental health, medical, and substance abuse issues, relapse prevention, symptom/behavior reduction, medication management and any other risk factors
Provide ongoing therapeutic case management services that will increase positive social engagement, increase school performance, decrease risky behaviors, advocacy to deter evictions, and linkage to any needed services such as medical, dental, mental health, substance abuse, life skills training, self-help, money management, meaningful community activities, volunteer services, job placement, etc.

Essential Duties:

Provide ongoing assessment of client progress in attaining goal plans
Administer psychosocial assessment to determine areas of need
Serve as additional support to the team of Bachelor level case managers
Assist program manager in developing and leading skill-building groups
Collaborate closely with the community partners on the youth’s treatment plan and services
Update progress notes and client files on a regular basis
Perform general outreach services, education in the community and other duties within one’s scope of practice when assigned
Present findings to other collaborative agencies in order to develop a service plan of action that will expedite participants’ stability
Participate in all meetings with collaborative agencies and other community meetings as directed.

Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed are designed to provide typical examples of the work performed; not all duties and responsibilities assigned are included here, nor is it expected that all similar positions will be assigned every duty and responsibility.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Must be highly motivated and a self-starter. Must have the ability to communicate with and relate to a diverse group of people including clients, community, and other staff. Must have excellent administrative and organizational skills
Bilingual in Spanish and English
The position requires an ability to work flexible hours including some early mornings and evenings

Experience:

Two years’ experience providing mental health services to highly vulnerable populations

Education:

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, human services or a related field

Direct Reports:

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Computer Skills:

Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and widely supported internet browsers.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

Required: CA BBS registered MSW, MFT
Valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Valid automobile liability insurance.

Travel Requirements:

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Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, stoop, talk, hear, reach above and below shoulders; use hand and finger dexterity, keyboarding and making and receiving telephone calls. The employee may be required on occasion to lift and or carry up to 20 lbs.

EEO:

SJC (St. Joseph Center) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics or status as a veteran. In addition to federal law requirements, SJC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Benefits:

Excellent Benefits package available.

Additional Information

Status: Full-Time/Exempt

Salary: $66,560/yr

Employment with St. Joseph Center is contingent upon completion of satisfactory background check.

Benefits:

Excellent Benefits package available.

For consideration, please submit cover letter and resume.

EEO:

St. Joseph Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, status as a veteran or any other characteristic protected under federal law. In addition to federal law requirements, SJC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

St. Joseph center invites you to review the current "EEO is The Law" poster as part of the application process. A link to the current poster is located below. https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/eeo-law-poster

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