Outpatient Associate Therapist (driving)

01 Kaweah Delta Health Care District; Lindsay (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaweah Health in Lindsay, California seeks an Outpatient Associate Therapist to deliver direct patient care within an interdisciplinary team. You will assess, diagnose, and plan treatment for patients across age groups, with supervision and a focus on culturally competent care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with primary care and community resources, effective documentation, and adherence to ethical guidelines. Bilingual abilities are preferred as part of patient support.

Qualifications

• Registration with California Board of Behavioral Sciences as ASW/AMFT/APCC
• Crisis intervention training within 60 days of hire/transfer
• Licensure within six years of hire/transfer
• Valid California Driver's License; DMV report required
• Experience in behavioral health; child/adolescent experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning for patients
• Collaborate with primary care and provide clinical consultation in an integrated health environment
• Utilize interpreter services to support patients' needs
• Document clinical encounters thoroughly in patient records
• Adhere to state/federal guidelines and participate in supervision

Skills

Bilingual

Cultural competence

Documentation

Education

California Board of Behavioral Sciences registration (ASW/AMFT/APCC)

Job description

Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health provides state-of-the-art medicine and high-quality preventive services in our acute care hospital, specialized health centers and clinics. Our eight-campus healthcare district has 613 beds and offers comprehensive health services across a broad continuum of care. It takes a special person to work for Kaweah Health. We serve a region where the needs are great, which makes the rewards even greater. Every day, we care for people facing unique challenges and in need of healing. Throughout it all, our focus is to make a difference, and we do — in the health of our patients, our loved ones, and our community.

Benefits Eligible Full-Time Benefit Eligible Work Shift Day - 8 Hour or less Shift (United States of America) Department 7186 RHC-Lindsay Mobile Mental Health Clinic

The Outpatient Associate Therapist is part of the interdisciplinary team who provides direct assessment, diagnostic formulation, treatment planning, clinical interventions, and psycho-education to patients. The Outpatient Associate Therapist practices under clinical supervision, and is familiar with and has expertise in a variety of treatment modalities. Works with patients across the spectrum of development including geriatrics, adults, adolescents, and children while demonstrating cross cultural competence. Majority of the position is spent in direct patient care.

QUALIFICATIONS

• License /Certification Required: Registration with California Board of Behavioral Sciences as Associate Social Worker (ASW), Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC)
• Kaweah Health approved crisis intervention training within 60 days of hire/transfer.
• Licensure within six years of hire/transfer.
• Failure to receive licensure within this time frame will result in termination of employment.
• Valid California Drivers License.
• Must provide DMV report prior to offer being made.
• No driving infractions 5 years prior to hire or during time in this job.
• Infractions include DUI, Suspended or Revoked License, Reckless Driving.
• Experience Required: Previous experience with population to be served and/or work in a behavioral health setting.
• Preferred: One or more years of experience providing child, adolescent and/or adult counseling.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Experienced in various treatment modalities including individual, group, and/or family systems.
• Proficient in treating patient’s across developmental stages.
• Ability to identify and implement treatment modalities that will best serve the patient’s needs.
• Provides appropriate and timely documentation of clinical encounters in patients’ medical record.
• Good writing and verbal skills.
• Demonstrates knowledgeable of community resources.
• Demonstrates cultural competence and commitment to patients.
• Bilingual preferred.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Essential Provides a professional interpretation/evaluation of patient’s presentation and recommend a course of treatment.
• Completes a timely assessment, diagnosis, and treatment plan.
• Collaborates with primary care specialties and provides clinical consultation in an integrated health care environment regarding patient interactions, sociocultural determinants and community resources.
• Utilizes a variety of interpreter services to support the needs of patients.
• Adheres to all mandated guidelines for patient’s clinical care.
• Provides excellent customer/patient satisfaction.
• Complies with organizational, departmental, and state/federal practice guidelines.
• Abides by all laws, rules, ethics, and codes applicable to the services provided.
• Participates in clinical training, individual and group supervision.
• Consults with clinical supervisor and/or medical director as needed.
• Additional Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area.
• Knowledgeable of growth and development for all patient/family cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age specific needs.
• Able to effectively communicate and care for patient and family as reflected in the Plan for Provision of Care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Pay Range $38.92 -$58.38

If you want to use your talents alongside people who face each day with courage and purpose, in an environment that empowers you to do your absolute best, this is where you belong. Keep growing your career! Kaweah Health is committed to a culture that delivers personal, professional, and compassionate experiences for every person, every time.

Keep track of your application in the selection process and new opportunities as they open. We hope you choose to join our team of dedicated professionals serving those who entrust us with their care.