Lead Therapist - San Diego, United States - San Diego Rescue Mission

Description

At the San Diego Rescue Mission, we are driven by a profound belief in compassion, service, and the transformative power of Jesus' love. Our mission goes beyond charity; it is a calling to love our neighbors and provide hope and healing to those experiencing homelessness. We are committed to creating a holistic approach to recovery and rehabilitation, ensuring that our programs serve as safe havens for men, women, and children in need.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Christian Lead Therapist to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will provide clinical therapy, spiritual guidance, and leadership within our Social Services - Therapy Department, supporting our students and clients on their journey towards healing and transformation.

Essential Responsibilities:
- Utilize appropriate clinical therapeutic modalities for individual and group therapy, class instruction, and training.
- Conduct screening, clinical assessments, case management, and mental health treatment for program residents.
- Develop and document client service plans, goals, and prioritize areas of need.
- Provide crisis intervention/triage, safety planning, and demonstrate cultural sensitivity practices.
- Facilitate process and skill-building classes/groups and conduct initial assessment interviews.
- Attend staff meetings, clinical supervision sessions, and adapt therapy methods based on student reactions.

Team Leadership and Supervision:
- Consult with the Director and supportive team members on treatment plans.
- Supervise interns and coordinate training assignments.
- Provide ongoing feedback and evaluation to therapists and interns.
- Conduct training for SDRM staff on clinical issues.
- Support the Therapist and interns with guidance and mentorship.

Administrative Responsibilities:
- Maintain progress notes and manage administrative tasks.
- Complete documentation within established time frames.
- Participate in self and peer audits of documentation.
- Utilize electronic health record/database and refer clients to supportive services as necessary.

Spiritual Leadership:
- Serve as a spiritual resource and integrate sound clinical practice with spiritual depth.
- Partner with Advocates to meet the mental and spiritual needs of students.
- Embody SDRM's Mission, Vision, and Values in all activities.

Professional and Spiritual Growth:
- Embody a Mission-wide perspective and remain mindful of organizational values.
- Participate in spiritual disciplines and resolve conflicts as necessary.
- Attend trainings, workshops, and continuing education for professional growth.
- Maintain knowledge of mental health resources and engage in ongoing learning.

Requirements:
- Minimum Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Clinical Psychology, or related field.
- California Mental Health Care License.
- Minimum 2 years of full-time work experience in mental health, addiction challenges, and homelessness.
- Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in clinical work.
- Knowledge of Trauma Informed Care and Dialectical Behavior Therapy trained or willingness to be trained.
- Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
- Registered as an ASW or Intern with the Board of Behavioral Sciences.

Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Meaningful work within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Application Process:
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience, qualifications, and why you are interested in joining San Diego Rescue Mission. Additionally, please include a statement describing how your faith informs your approach to therapy and leadership. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

At San Diego Rescue Mission, we believe in the inherent worth and dignity of every individual. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

San Diego Rescue Mission is an equal opportunity employer.

EEO Statement
The San Diego Rescue Mission (SDRM) is both an equal opportunity employer and a Christian ministry. We conduct hiring without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, sex (which included breastfeeding, or a medial condition related to breastfeeding), marital status, parental status, military status, veteran's status, pregnancy, medication condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

However, as a registered non-profit religious organization, SDRM does reserve the right to discriminate in hiring persons whose lifestyle is contradictory to Biblical principles.

Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section U.S.C. 2000e (a)), SDRM has the right to, and does hire only candidates who agree with SDRM's Statement of Faith and conduct themselves in accordance with our religious beliefs.

Background Check Disclaimer
SDRM conducts background checks in compliance with applicable federal and state laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act, and the California Consumer Credit Reporting Agencies Act. If you accept a position with SDRM, as part of your conditional offer of employment, you will be asked to submit to a virtual background check AND a California Livescan Fingerprint.

You will be provided the following notifications as an example:
1. You will be provided with appropriate written notice of the company's intention to obtain information by way of a background check and will give applicants and employees the opportunity to obtain a free copy of any report obtained.
2. Applicants and employees will be asked to authorize a background check before such check is performed.

Drug Screen Disclaimer
SDRM is a Nonprofit Religious Organization and as such, we require all employees to submit to our drug screen as a condition of employment once they have accepted a position with SDRM. Because of our religious affiliation, we do not allow employees to use or consume recreational or medicinal marijuana, along with all other federally recognized substances. You will be notified prior to any employment decisions if your drug screen is returned with negative findings. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.

E-VERIFY Statement
San Diego Rescue Mission participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.