A Therapist is responsible for specific clinical services to assigned adults, youth, and
families so that they may become healthy, independent and productive members of
their communities. A Therapist is expected to exercise professional judgment and
discretion as a significant practitioner in the successful integration of treatment for
clients. For Wraparound staff, all training requirements per DMH contract must be
completed within the first year of employment. A Therapist works designated shifts
under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor.
DUTIES:
1. ACCEPTANCE OF CASES: Has a willingness to accept a variety of cases, conducts
Client Outreach and engagement with other Intensive Services Team members in
the effort to enroll all eligible participants referred for Intensive services.
2. ASSESSMENTS: Independently performs intake assessments and formulates
diagnoses and case conceptualization using a culturally competent approach.
3. OUTCOMES: Regularly identify and complete data outcome elements in a timely
manner.
4. STRENGTH BASED: Is capable of accurately identifying and building on the
strengths of clients to better reach their potential.
5. THERAPY: Provide individual, family, and group therapy using evidence base
psychotherapy interventions, and case management as needed.
6. REFERRALS: Demonstrates a sound knowledge of resources and ability to make
appropriate referrals.
7. CLINICAL THEORY: Demonstrates a good understanding and use of clinical
theory, interventions, and treatment concepts.
8. RESPECT: Demonstrates respect for the intrinsic value of each person, their
individual differences and culture.
9. TRAVEL: Travels independently to various environments and transports client as
needed (buildings with stairs, various communities, schools, etc.).
10. COLLABORATION: Regularly collaborates with Masada Staff, clients, caregivers
and supports, and other members of the clinical team.
11. ETHICS: Is able to set and follow appropriate boundaries and uphold legal and
ethical standards as they pertain to mental health services, maintaining
professional partnerships.
12. PROBLEM SOLVING: Is able to solve problems independently with minimal
supervisory direction.
13. SKILLS: Demonstrates sound written and oral skills.
14. DOCUMENTATION: Submits thorough documentation including initial
assessment, progress notes and notations demonstrating frequent
collaborations with treatment team members.
15. PRODUCTIVITY: Completes timely documentation of all contacts with clients and
maintains productivity standards set forth by the agency Tier System and
internal policies.
16. FIELD STANDARDS: Able to meet and maintain field percentage standards set
forth by the contract for services and internal policies.
17. CRISIS: Ensures the safety of clients by providing direct crisis intervention and
therapeutic guidance and participates in the 24-hour/day, 7-day/week on-call
crisis response system; communicates critical issues to supervisor and team in a
timely fashion.
18. MEETINGS: Is prompt and participates in meetings, group supervision, case
presentations, and in-service training and conferences as required and
scheduled.
19. CONFIDENTIALITY: Maintains strict confidentiality over all records and
information related to clients.
20. OTHER: Performs other duties as directed by supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Valid California license as a LCSW, MFT, PhD, or PsyD; or master's degree and
current registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as an
Associate MSW or MFT Intern, LPCC or APCC with 6 semester units or 9 quarter
units focused specifically on the theory and application of marriage and family
therapy in each license renewal cycle.
2. Work experience in a comparable mental health setting.
3. Valid California Driver's License, good driving record, and must be able to drive
to fulfill the duties of the position.
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