Mental Health Clinician (Associate/Practicum) - Strtp(On-Site)

ABOUT LACHEIM 

La Cheim has been providing a robust continuum of care for nearly 50 years to help children and adults who were previously unreachable. Our nonpublic schools, community Mental Health center, therapeutic behavioral services program, and residential treatment center offer educational and Mental Health services throughout Alameda and Contra Costa County. 

Our team is made up of teachers, art therapists, counselors, psychiatrists, psychologists, RNs, social workers, MFTs, and mentors who are known for their caliber and compassion. They create life-changing experiences for those they serve. 

Being a part of La Cheim means being a warm and supportive family community member. Our team members enjoy rich benefits, valuable training and wellness opportunities, close support, and room to grow. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Clinician, under the supervision of the STRTP Associate Director, offers brief individual therapy, group therapy, crisis management, and case management services to adolescents residing in La Cheim's short-term residential facility. The Clinician collaborates with the residential team and external specialists and providers to promote the overall well-being and development of young people. A qualified licensed clinical supervisor provides weekly supervision.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide weekly brief individual, group therapy, and group psychoeducation/skill building to residents;
• Provide services in a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and developmentally appropriate manner consistent with clinical standards;
• Establish rapport with residents that support therapeutic relationships;
• Complete screenings, and assessments, and generate treatment plans as part of routine clinical practice.
• Maintain appropriate clinical records meeting timelines and documentation standards.
• Monitor individual treatment plans, and partnership plans with youth, clinical supervisor, and other youth team supports as indicated;
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams;
• Provide case management for assigned residents;
• Meet established standards of productivity;
• Monitor and report the effects of psychotropic medications under the direction of medical staff;
• Complete and maintain all assigned charts in audit-ready status;
• Complete all necessary reports promptly;
• Communicate effectively with team members across settings and departments.
• Participate actively in Clinical Supervision as assigned;
• Assist with crisis intervention guided by professional practice and Pro-ACT principles (training provided).

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide consultation to group home staff and assist in establishing behavior expectations.
• Interact with residents appropriately within the environment. Be able to respond effectively during crisis situations
  
• Attend scheduled team and staff meetings; facilitate conferences with residents to enhance participation.
• Meet regularly with supervisor to evaluate student progress;
• Attend IEP meetings as scheduled;
• Maintain professional behavior and boundaries in all interactions with residents and staff
  
• Employees are expected to be flexible and responsive to changes in the scope of duties.
• Participate in monthly relevant training provided by Relias and complete other assigned training.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Post Graduate AMFT, ASW, Registered with the BBS or Graduate student enrolled in clinical practicum (MFF, SW) course at university.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License and ability to clear mandatory State/Federal requirements, including TB test, physical exam, FBI and DOJ clearances.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to write and implement Behavior Treatment Plan.
• The ability to document provided services effectively and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be skilled in team collaboration, time management, and working with clients with severe mental illnesses.
  
• Culturally sensitive and skillful at collaborating with a diverse population.
• Steady, even temperament – ability to project calmness and courtesy.
• Maintains fixed and regular scheduled hours.
• Professional licensure and required supervision coursework current.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

La Cheim School, Inc. is committed to diversity in its programming and in creating a staff reflective of the populations of the San Francisco Bay Area, and will not discriminate against applicants, employees, or unpaid veterans. We encourage and actively recruit applicants representing diversity of race, color, age, sex, race, religion, national origin, sex/gender expression and physical ability