Licensed Therapist

Job Summary

Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of individual, family, and relational systems. Apply psychotherapeutic theories and evidence-based treatment modalities in the delivery of services to individuals, couples, families, and groups for the purpose of treating diagnosed mental health disorders. The Licensed Therapist independently manages a caseload, develops treatment plans, conducts assessments, provides clinical recommendations, and serves as a clinical resource to the organization. Working conditions are normal office environments with use of computers, laptops, telephones, copiers, and printers. May sit for up to 8 hours per day. 

Accountabilities

• Gain a thorough understanding of the business goals and objectives of the organization, including the organization's Group Practice, Treatment Focus, and Patient Promise. 
• Gain a thorough understanding of local, state, and federal healthcare guidelines. 
• Gain a thorough understanding of the scope of practice for licensed behavioral health clinicians.
• Aim to maximize the development of client potential and the fulfillment of client needs through a commitment to the organization's Group Practice, Treatment Focus, and Patient Promise. 
• Be an active contributor to clinical quality initiatives, program development, and workflow improvement efforts.
• Support the organization's commitment to ethical practice, clinical excellence, and positive client outcomes. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provides individual, marital, family, and group psychotherapy services.
• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and mental status examinations.
• Develop, implements, monitors, and updates individualized treatment plans.
• Apply appropriate evidence-based therapeutic interventions and treatment modalities.
• Collaborate with clients to establish treatment goals and measurable outcomes.
• Provide crisis intervention, risk assessments, and safety planning when clinically indicated.
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness and modifies interventions as needed.
• Facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic groups.
• Coordinate care with physicians, psychiatrists, schools, social service agencies, and other treatment providers as appropriate.
• Provide clinical recommendations and referrals for additional services, resources, and levels of care when necessary.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Complete documentation within organizational standards and established timelines.
• Assist with clinical program development and implementation efforts.
• May assist with onboarding, mentoring, and training activities in a non-supervisory capacity.
• Participate in case consultation, peer review, staff meetings, and continuing education activities.
• Maintain compliance with ethical codes, professional standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Duties/Responsibilities are subject to change.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong sense of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging for ALL clients.
• Superb verbal and written communication skills.
• Compassionate and empathetic with a strong ability to establish and build trust.
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and reassuring in crisis situations.
• Thorough understanding of human behavior, psychopathology, diagnosis, treatment planning, and rehabilitation of behavioral health disorders.
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to independently manage a diverse and complex caseload.
• Organizational skills required to manage complex, deadline-driven paperwork including clinical documentation and insurance requirements.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, electronic health records, Adobe, or related software.
• Thorough understanding of applicable ethical codes, standards, and confidentiality requirements.

Education & Experience

• Master's degree in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or related behavioral health field required. 
• Current and unrestricted California licensure as LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, Licensed Psychologist, or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years post-licensure clinical experience preferred.
• Experience providing psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and/or families preferred.
• Experience with personality disorders preferred.
• Experience facilitating group therapy sessions preferred.
• Experience with crisis intervention and risk assessment preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.