Licensed Clinician

Full job description

To provide supervision for interns seeking to obtain MFT licenseship

MISSION STATEMENT: Center Point, Inc.’s (CPINC) mission is to provide comprehensive social, educational, vocational, medical, psychological, housing, and rehabilitation services to combat social problems such as substance abuse, poverty, unemployment, and homelessness. CPINC offers rehabilitation and treatment services that interrupt the abusive cycles of psychological, social, and economic dislocation by providing critical training and support so that individuals and families can claim self-worth and dignity.

FUNCTION OF THE POSITION

CPINC employees are required to model the values of the agency as outlined in the Personnel Policies Manual. CPINC employees are required to maintain Center Point's philosophy and standards of quality. It is the responsibility of every employee to adhere to all federal, state, and local authorities’ rules and regulations. Under the direction of the Vice President and/or Program Director, the Licensed Clinician (MFT, LCSW, LPCC, etc.) conducts assessments to determine appropriate DSM V diagnostic criteria and to develop initial treatment plans. Licensed clinicians provide clinical services to clients for specified therapeutic activities. Licensed clinicians are also responsible for the provision of primary family therapy services. Licensed clinicians perform case management activities to facilitate the client’s treatment as well as to facilitate the client’s community reintegration through assessing supportive services such as housing and continuing care services and providing ongoing therapeutic services in the aftercare phase.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Must have been licensed or getting licensed in California (through BBS) as an LMFT, LCSW, or psychologistKnowledge of drug addiction/substance use and co-occurring disorders, abuse patterns, treatment methodologies, and medication-assisted treatment is required.Must have at least two (2) years of experience assessing, training, or counseling adults, in a community-based program (inpatient and outpatient).

QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED)

Have a valid California Driver’s license and maintain satisfactory driving record.Strong use of the English language in verbal and written communication.Have a “can do” attitude and be a team player.Ability to work in fast paced, changing environment and maintain poise under pressure.Be self-directed, motivated, resilient, and flexible.Be a strategic thinker, problem solver, and accountable decision maker.Must be politically savvy, and able to address complex issues in public settings.Must value the importance of diversity in the workplace.

COMPUTER RELATED SKILLS

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software programs.Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.Familiar with Electronic Health Records and ability to input information in such systems.Ability to operate a desktop or laptop computer.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

CPINC conducts yearly job performance reviews to ascertain compliance with established policies and procedures. The employee must minimally maintain the following duties and responsibilities:

Primary Duties

Develop treatment strategies and interventions following DSM 5-TR criteria.Formulate and update treatment plans that address DSM 5-TR criteria.Administer client diagnostic testing and diagnostic criteria and incorporate results in treatment plans.Provide primary therapeutic services to clients and their families.Conduct individual, couples, family, and group therapy sessions as required by treatment plans.Administer interventions commensurate with treatment plans and diagnostic criteria.Conduct CCBHC intake information and update necessary information per grant requirements.Provide crisis response and liaison with 23 Hour Mobile Crisis Team, emergency department, and/or other emergency response.Work with multi-disciplinary team and make clinical recommendations.Maintain accurate, detailed records in compliance with all regulatory and funding agencies.Participates in interdisciplinary team case conferences and provides clinical and programmatic supervision as appropriate.Performs quality assurance reviews and maintains charts and documentation.Interact with clients, partner agencies, and the public in a culturally competent manner.Participates, develops, and facilitates relevant cross-training forums for and with the child welfare system, the courts, and other partner agencies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be in good physical health and mental health, capable of meeting the demands of the program.Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead.Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT: This job description is intended to provide an overview of the requirements of the position. As such, it is not necessarily all inclusive, and the job may require other essential and/or non-essential functions, tasks, duties or responsibilities not listed herein. Management reserves the sole right to add, modify or exclude any essential or non-essential requirement at any time with or without notice. Nothing in this job description, nor by the completion of any requirement of the job by the employee is intended to create a contract of employment of any type. Employment is ‘at-will’ and may be terminated at any time by the employee or the employer with or without cause or notice.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order meet the physical requirements of the position. CPINC will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

I understand the job description, its requirements and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned. I understand the job duties may be altered from time to time. I have noted below any accommodations that are required to enable me to perform these duties.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, ContractPay: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00 per yearWork Location: In person