Psychotherapist - Associate

Human Services Association LA; Bell Gardens (CA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 49,593; Full time

Job summary

Human Services Association LA seeks a Therapist for the Child Abuse Prevention & Intervention Treatment Program. The role provides mental health and case management services, including intake, assessment, individual, group, and family therapy, parenting support, referrals, and telehealth as needed.

The position involves office, in-home, off-site, and telehealth delivery, with supervision from a licensed therapist.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT), Social Work (MSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counseling (LPCC) or Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD, PsyD).
• Minimum two years’ experience providing counseling or mental health services; preferably with families with a history of child abuse, trauma, and underserved populations.
• Must be registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences and be registered as an associate psychotherapist (ACSW/AMFT/APCC).
• Occasional driving is required; must provide own vehicle and CA Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments in collaboration with DCFS and other referrals.
• Provide individual, family and group therapy to children and families impacted by abuse.
• Provide crisis intervention to children and families as needed.
• Maintain client records and prepare reports.
• Attend department, agency, and community meetings.

Skills

Effective communication

Organization skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Attendance & reliability

Education

Master’s degree in MFT/MSW/LPCC/PhD

Job description

Program

Child Abuse Prevention & Intervention Treatment Program

Status

Full Time

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Reports To

Program Manager

Hours per Week

40

Salary Range

$34-36

Location

Monrovia

For detailed information about our employee benefits package, please visit our website at www.hsala.org.

Position Summary

The Therapist provides mental health and case management services for clients under the Child Abuse Prevention & Intervention Treatment Program. Services include intake, assessment, individual, group, and family therapy, parenting support/education, referrals and linkage services. Services are delivered in the office, in-home, off-site, and telehealth as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments in collaboration with the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and other referral sources.
• Provide individual, family and group therapy services to children and families impacted by child abuse and neglect.
• Provide crisis intervention to children and families as needed.
• Provide referrals and linkages to community resources.
• Participate in clinical training, case reviews and consultations.
• Adhere to child abuse reporting and legal and ethical standards.
• Adhere to DCFS documentation standards and requirements.
• Coordinate & participate in peer review and quality assurance meetings.
• Maintain client records and prepare reports.
• Attend department, agency, and community meetings, as assigned.
• Receive supervision from a licensed therapist, as applicable.
• Related duties, as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of child abuse and other risk factors such as domestic violence, substance abuse, mental health issues, etc.
• Familiarity with evidence-based practices and effective modalities of treatment.
• Ability to follow program and agency policies and procedures.
• Exhibit competency and independent judgment.
• Work well under pressure.
• Good organizational skills.
• Effective communication, both oral and written.
• Ability to meet attendance standards and work additional hours as necessary, including evening hours.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Build and sustain effective working relationships.
• Preferred bilingual (English/Spanish) highly desirable.

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT), Social Work (MSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counseling (LPCC) or Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD, PsyD).
• Minimum two years’ experience providing counseling or mental health services; preferably with families with a history of child abuse, trauma, and/or related issues and underserved populations.

Licensing/Certification Requirements

• Must be registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences and be registered as an associate psychotherapist, such as an ACSW, AMFT, or APCC.
• Occasional driving is required. Must provide your own vehicle, valid California Driver’s License and proof of full insurance coverage.
• Negative tuberculosis screen (required).
• We require the selected candidate to undergo a criminal background check using the Live Scan fingerprinting method in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job or that an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job.

• Work in moderate noise levels and non-smoking environment
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds independently
• Frequently involves sitting, standing, walking, squatting, bending, and climbing stairs (as needed)
• Occasionally may be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must be able to speak and hear clearly to communicate effectively
• Constantly operates a computer, keyboard, and other various office machinery
• Majority of job duties are performed onsite; however, visits to different sites may be required

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation

In accordance with California law, the expected pay range for this position is posted with this position. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Human Services Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

As part of our hiring process, we conduct criminal background checks on all new hires using the Live Scan fingerprinting method, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.