HSSP Clinical Therapist

Violence Intervention Program; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) plan & Basic Life Insurance

14 paid holidays per year

Generous paid time off accrual

Travel reimbursements at IRS rate

Cell phones provided for business use

Job summary

Violence Intervention Program seeks an experienced HSSP clinician to provide comprehensive mental health services for clients, including those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. You will conduct individual, group, and family therapy, crisis intervention, and care coordination within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include initial assessments, DMH-guided care planning, thorough documentation, and cross-agency collaboration to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications

• Ph.D./Psy.D./MSW/MFT degree from an accredited university.
• California Board of Behavioral Sciences licensure (LMFT or LCSW) or licensed Ph.D./PsyD; in good standing as a condition of employment.
• Minimum two years’ demonstrated experience in a mental health setting.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide Direct Mental Health Services: individual, group, and family therapy at clients’ housing placements.
• Assessment & Care Planning: complete initial assessments and develop care plans per DMH guidelines.
• Team Collaboration: work with ICMS staff, Community Workers, psychiatrists, and VIP/DMH partners.
• Documentation & Compliance: document services per DMH and VIP requirements.
• Communication & Professionalism: maintain clear communication and professional boundaries.
• Other Core Competencies: adapt to field-based work and manage time independently.

Skills

Mental health counseling

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Education

Ph.D./Psy.D/MSW/MFT degree

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

An HSSP (Homeless Services System Provider) clinician provides comprehensive mental health services to clients, particularly those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. They offer counseling, crisis intervention, and support to ensure client stabilization and connection to resources. HSSP clinicians also collaborate with other agencies and team members to ensure effective and coordinated care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide Direct Mental Health Services:
  • Individual, group, and family therapy at clients’ housing placements.
  • Use strong clinical skills to assess clients’ needs and provide appropriate level of care.
  • Stabilize clients experiencing crisis
  • On-call for crisis intervention
• Assessment & Care Planning:
  • Complete initial assessments for clients referred to for services.
  • Develop care plans that align with DMH guidelines.
• Team Collaboration:
  • Work within a multidisciplinary team including ICMS staff, Community Workers, and psychiatrists.
  • Coordinate all services provided to the client.
  • Collaborate with VIP staff, DMH, and outside agencies for continuity of care.
• Documentation & Compliance:
  • Document all services and client interactions per DMH and VIP requirements.
• Communication & Professionalism:
  • Maintain strong verbal and written communication with clients, co-workers, community members, and external agencies.
  • Demonstrate ethical and professional boundaries, especially in client homes or field settings.
  • Maintain a calm, professional demeanor in all client interactions.
• Other Core Competencies:
  • Exhibit flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic field-based role.
  • Manage time effectively and work independently with minimal supervision.

Requirements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D./Psy.D/MSW/MFT degree from an accredited university
• Current licensure with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) (LMFT or LCSW) or licensed Ph.D./PsyD.; must always maintain licensure in good standing as a condition of employment
• Minimum two years’ demonstrated experience in a mental health setting
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Demonstrate initiative and strive to improve internal processes continually
• Highly effective and objectively working with diverse clients and staff
• Must be flexible with work schedule based on the agency's needs

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Interested candidates must submit a completed application through VIP’s candidate portal
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

FLSA STATUS

Full-Time; Exempt

SALARY

$68,560.00-$78,480.00 (DOE)

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) plan & Basic Life Insurance
• 14 paid holidays per year
• Generous paid time off accrual
• Travel reimbursements at IRS rate
• Cell phones provided for business use