Behavioral Therapist

We are an award-winning behavioral health team based in Southern California, and we are looking for an experienced CalWorks Therapist that is registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences, for a full-time position with the company to support our fast growth as a trusted provider of integrated mental healthcare.

Signing Bonus, Hybrid Flex Schedule, CalWorks Behavioral Health Supporting Underserved Communities

We are offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus for anyone hired into this role. This position is partially remote, and you have the option to elect into a 9/80 flex work schedule.

CalWorks Therapist I (Unlicensed Therapist) will be responsible for providing crisis intervention, intake assessment, and individual, family, and group employment-focused psychotherapy to adults with a history of mental illness and/or substance use issues.

Position Requirements

• Holds a degree as an MSW, MFT, PCC, Psy.D, PhD, and one to two years’ experience working with individuals and families with a history of mental illness and/or substance use in a social service/mental health environment.
• Must be registered with BBS or Board of Psychology. (Unlicensed Psychologists must have a DMH Waiver.)
• Current knowledge of all job specific skills including crisis intervention and individual/family therapy, multicultural and socio-economic issues, and documentation standards.
• Working knowledge of therapeutic intervention, assessment and intake for adults and families with a history of mental illness and/or substance use.
• Depending on program/division, demonstrates working knowledge of Evidence Based Practices, Co-Occurring Disorders and/or the Recovery Model of treatment is required.
• Knowledge of Agency policies and procedures, HIPAA, policies and documentation guidelines, and county, state and federal regulations relating to service programs for adults and families with a history of mental illness and/or substance use.
• Knowledgeable about and actively supports integrated mental health, physical health and substance use treatment for improving care for the whole person.
• Advocacy skills to include a holistic approach to integrated health care and case management.
• Skills to present ideas, information, and viewpoints clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Able to efficiently use the personal computer to include Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Record.
• Ability to utilize analysis, experience, and judgment to make effective business and therapeutic decisions.

Primary Duties

• Provides intake assessment, crisis intervention, short-term therapy, and life skills groups to adults experiencing mental health and/or co-occurring disorders with the goal of aiding in reduction of barriers towards obtaining and/or maintaining employment.
• Independently performs intake assessments and formulates diagnoses and case conceptualization using a culturally competent approach.
• Demonstrates collaborative approach within a multidisciplinary team and external systems; interfaces and collaborates with clinic psychiatrist regarding assessment and intake.
• Demonstrates ability to utilize a whole person/integrated care approach in assessment, treatment planning and intervention.
• Demonstrates competency in managing crises with minimal guidance.
• Assesses treatment progress and adapts interventions as needed.
• Uses collaborative documentation during therapy sessions in accordance with Agency standards.
• Uses clinically appropriate evidence-based practices (EBPs) to formulate an initial plan of treatment; assesses and monitors condition of client to evaluate treatment and adapts interventions as needed.
• Initiates psychiatric holds for clients presenting a danger to themselves or others and/or are gravely disabled, and in need of hospitalization.
• Provides some case management to include referral and linkages to internal and community support services, such as psychiatrists, primary medical care, housing, rehabilitation programs, drug/alcohol services and social activity groups.