Behavioral Health Therapist - West Covina, United States - SPECIAL SERVICE FOR GROUPS

SPECIAL SERVICE FOR GROUPS West Covina, United States

5 days ago

Description

Job Description

Summary

The Behavioral Health Counselor (levels I, II or III depending on experience and licensing) will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation of supervised professional mental health counseling to individuals and groups living in Los Angeles County. The BHC will provide culturally competent and linguistically appropriate services including but not limited to individual psychotherapy, intensive case management, facilitation of groups and workshops, and co-management of clients, outreach and engagement, brief intervention sessions, graduate disengagement, and follow-up activities with a multi-disciplinary team. This is a field-based community-mental health service program requiring off-site travel to various locations. The BHC will be exposed to the five core program pillars of the division including (1) sexual, health, (2) behavioral health [inclusive of mental health and addiction), (3) housing, (4) forensic treatment, and/or (5) human trafficking. Must be able to work with diverse ethnic and cultural communities, including but not limited to, the following vulnerable populations: communities of color, queer, gender non-conforming LGBTIA+, monolingual or limited English speaking-undocumented immigrants and refugees, massage parlor workers, people living with or at risk for HIV/AIDS and STIs, people experiencing substance use disorders, homeless, recently released from incarceration, victims of human trafficking, of varying ages and socioeconomic status. The position reports to a clinical supervisor and an administrative manager. This is a full-time position (40 hr. /per week) requiring flexible hours including some evenings and weekends as needed.

COVID-19 Related

To ensure maximum safety standards for staff and clients by requiring all staff and other workers (including interns, volunteers, consultants and contractors) to follow safety protocols related to COVID-19 and COVID-19 variants including but not limited to obtaining full vaccination status against COVID-19. Vaccination is a condition of employment and booster is highly recommended but not required.

Essential Functions

Conduct client intake/screener into support program services, following established guidelines and protocols.
Promote and conduct behavioral health and psychosocial support services to diverse consumers.
Conduct field-based community mental health services off-site at various locations including residential and outpatient settings.
Provide clinically supervised individual counseling, group support including facilitation of workshops, case management and advocacy services, under the direction of a professional mental health clinician.
Conduct follow-up with clients as appropriate.
Implement programmatic scope of work at minimum 85% completion rate.
Maintain care team protocols and policies under professional clinical supervision.
Conduct community outreach and engagement activities to prospective clients.
Provide necessary program documentation, including the completion of reports, administration of evaluation tools, and other program related assignments.
Attend Unit, Case Conferences, Agency and Community meetings.
Maintain and uphold Agency mission statement, values, policies, procedures and principles.
Other activities as required to conduct program and agency objectives.
Ability to perform duties during weekends and evenings when required.
Regular attendance.

Minimum Qualifications - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

Licensed, registered or eligible MSW, MFTI, Psychology Assistant or equivalent from an accredited college or university with major work in clinical social work and/or marriage and family therapy.
Current registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences.
Strong knowledge of HIV/AIDS, and related issues.
Bilingual in Spanish, Russian or Asian language (Korean, Mandarin, Cantonese, Thai, Vietnamese) highly recommended.
Basic knowledge of health and social service issues such as HIV/AIDS, substance use, human trafficking, reentry, and housing.
Ability to work with clients from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate to staff from a variety of cultures, languages, and educational backgrounds.
Ability to coordinate multiple tasks/projects simultaneously in a high-pressure environment.
Ability to work with diverse communities (e.g., multi-gender, ethnic, generation, bilingual, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, substance use).
Strong written and oral skills necessary for program narrative reporting and presentations.
Demonstrated experience and knowledge of PC hardware and software (i.e., Windows, word processing, spreadsheets and databases).
Maintain and uphold Agency mission statement, values, policies, procedures, and principles.
Valid California driver's license, plus proof of car insurance.
Reliable transportation.
Verification of employment eligibility and passing of background check.
Updated tuberculosis test (annual requirement) – read, reviewed and dated by a clinician.
Fully COVID-19 vaccinated (2 weeks from last vaccination dose to be considered fully vaccinated).

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have formal supervisory responsibilities.

Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions)

Ergonomically safe office environment with desktop computer, desk, chair, natural light from windows.

Physical Requirements

In the course of performing this job, this position typically involves sitting, standing, walking, carrying (max. 20 lbs), lifting (max. 20 lbs), listening, and speaking.
This position requires someone that can accommodate any/all of the following: constant distractions, interruptions; uncontrollable changes in priorities/work schedules; availability for on call/duty after regular working hours; and exposure to inappropriate behavior and language of others.

Special Service for Groups, Inc. (SSG) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. SSG will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements set by law.

Company DescriptionSpecial Service for Groups, Inc. – better known as SSG – is a non-profit health and human service organization dedicated to building and sustaining community-based programs that address the needs of vulnerable communities. Special Service for Groups (SSG) is a non-profit organization dedicated to provide community-based solutions to the social and economic issues facing those in greatest need. SSG has evolved into a model organization designed to provide services for diverse groups with maximum efficiency and impact. This is achieved by developing and managing programs which serve our many communities by encouraging their involvement and self-sufficiency. SSG believes that the needs of groups and individuals cross traditional ethnic, racial and other cultural boundaries. SSG serves as a bridge between people with common needs to identify ways to pool resources for the greater good of all.

Company Description

Special Service for Groups, Inc. – better known as SSG – is a non-profit health and human service organization dedicated to building and sustaining community-based programs that address the needs of vulnerable communities. Special Service for Groups (SSG) is a non-profit organization dedicated to provide community-based solutions to the social and economic issues facing those in greatest need. SSG has evolved into a model organization designed to provide services for diverse groups with maximum efficiency and impact. This is achieved by developing and managing programs which serve our many communities by encouraging their involvement and self-sufficiency. SSG believes that the needs of groups and individuals cross traditional ethnic, racial and other cultural boundaries. SSG serves as a bridge between people with common needs to identify ways to pool resources for the greater good of all.

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