ID#31150A - In the CARING FOR KIDS – Bullying & Violence in School Advocacy Program, the Mental Health Clinician I provides a range of clinical services as a part of the treatment team. Under the oversight and supervision of the Program Coordinator, the Clinician I provides Trauma based psychotherapy to children who have experienced school bullying and/or school violence. Services provided by the Clinician may include Outreach Presentations. Client Engagement, Intake and Assessment, Psychotherapy, Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Psychoeducation, and Linkage and Referrals. The Clinician I will also provide training support to the Counselor and Professional Student Volunteer.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Works with team staff, to develop an Initial Assessment, Case Plan and Plan of Care for clients 18 and under.
Develop and update safety and crisis plan.
Documents all clinical interventions in Exym.
Assists the client to prepare the client for court proceedings and/or school safety/advocacy meetings.
Works in conjunction with other service providers and referral source to coordinate and integrate services for families as needed.
Schedules intakes and completes all appropriate paperwork as assigned. Responsible for completing other required program documentation including reporting of data collected regarding service outcomes and objectives based on the evidence-based practices that may be used in Intensive Counseling/Psychotherapy and Counseling sessions.
Participates in weekly program staff meetings, and treatment team meetings.
Provides back-up training to MH Counselor II and Professional Student Volunteer(s).
Assists with crisis intervention, support, and stabilization as needed.
Is respectful of and sensitive to each family’s cultural and individual needs and customs as appropriate.
Assists in Community Outreach Presentation/Activities.
Prepares summaries and reports of clinical findings per client request, and completes contract required reports.
Attends 40-hours of training within 60 business days of his/her start date and at least 4 hours of on-going in-service training quarterly for ongoing professional skill development.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in psychology, sociology, or a related social science field or equivalent, and licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Licensed Social Worker or a Marriage and Family Therapist
At least two (2) years of experience either employed or working as a volunteer with children who have experienced trauma
Able to supervise interns for Board of Behavioral Sciences hours toward licensure.
Must pass Department of Justice Fingerprint Clearance
Ability to drive and reliable transportation is required.
Valid California Driver’s License is required. Must meet guidelines of agency’s driving criteria (i.e., Proof of liability insurance, minimal moving violations, driving record free of DUI’s or reckless driving in the last 3 years, etc.) and maintain the criteria as per company policy at all time.
Ability to speak Spanish is required to support the needs of the clients and program.
We offer:
$4K sign On Bonus
$2K for bilingual bonus
Experience working with a diverse, respectful and trauma informed workplace culture client population
A team-oriented work environment
Training opportunities
Excellent compensation and benefits
Paid time Off - 12 holidays; generous sick and vacation time
Health care, dental, life insurance, 403b retirement
Career Development
Professional licensure assistance within two years
You will contribute providing direct crisis intervention, support families requiring help.