The People Concern

As part of an interdisciplinary team, the Clinician will conduct psychotherapy with adult members that have severe and persistent mental illness in the agency's interim housing facilities, Access Center, and field.. Conduct individual, family, and group psychotherapy, and document services using Department of Mental Health (DMH) and Medi-Cal guidelines.. Assist members with becoming involved in daily activities, socialization, health maintenance, sense of community, and progress in recovery reflecting of The People Concern's model which emphasizes customer choice, harm reduction, and psychosocial rehabilitation.. MSW, MFT, or PCC registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences; registration in good standing.. With compassion and profound respect for those we serve, we provide a fully integrated system of care - including outreach, interim housing, mental and medical health care, substance abuse services, domestic violence services, life skills & wellness programs, and permanent supportive housing - tailored to the unique needs of homeless individuals, survivors of domestic violence, challenged youth, and others who have nowhere else to turn.

santa monica

Clinician - Santa Monica Long Beach, CA, USA * Los Angeles, CA, USA
Req #10778 Thursday, October 12, 2023 Job Title: Clinician
Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly), Full-Time, Non-Management
Location: Turning Point 1447 16th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Planning (403b), Employee Assistant Program (EAP), etc. SUMMARY As part of an interdisciplinary team, the Clinician will conduct psychotherapy with adult members that have severe and persistent mental illness in the agency's interim housing facilities, Access Center, and field. The Clinician's primary responsibilities are to engage members and to coordinate mental health and recovery services that will ensure housing stability and community integrations. This position is responsible for maintaining the highest quality provision of direct individual and group therapeutic and case management services while fostering teamwork among staff and across departments and programs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Provide, coordinate and implement mental health and recovery support services with individual members. 2. Conduct individual, family, and group psychotherapy, and document services using Department of Mental Health (DMH) and Medi-Cal guidelines. 3. Develop effective, trusting relationships with members, with a focus on facilitating independence and maintenance of improved physical and mental health. 4. Collaborate with each member to develop their individual treatment plan, review and update it upon completion of goals. 5. Assist management and other clinicians with program evaluation for future program improvements and growth. 6. Assist members with becoming involved in daily activities, socialization, health maintenance, sense of community, and progress in recovery reflecting of The People Concern's model which emphasizes customer choice, harm reduction, and psychosocial rehabilitation. 7. Work cooperatively and cohesively with other members of the Clinical Services team, including participation in weekly staff meetings, group clinical supervision and trainings. 8. Provide crisis intervention services. QUALIFICATIONS 1. MSW, MFT, or PCC registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences; registration in good standing. 2. Outstanding clinical and strong team-building skills. 3. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and database applications. 4. Detail oriented with excellent time management, organizational, written, verbal, interpersonal, and computer skills. 5. Able to learn quickly and work effectively with a wide range of constituencies and with minimal supervision. 6. Valid CA Driver's license, reliable car, auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record 7. Able to transport members in your vehicle. Preferred Qualifications 8. Experience working with those living with mental illness and/or substance addictions 9. Experience completing DMH documentation 10. Bilingual Spanish preferred WORK ENVIRONMENT 1. Office environment with occasional field activities with participants and staff 2. Regularly required to sit, stand, bend and occasionally lift or carry up to 35 pounds 3. May be exposed to elements like cold, heat, dust, noise and odor 4. May need to bend, stoop, twist, and sit throughout the day RESPONSIBILITIES COMMON TO ALL AGENCY EMPLOYEES 1. Maintain a safe work environment and confidentiality at all times 2. Be proactive, creative, and flexible in determining, evaluating, researching, and resolving issues 3. Organize and prioritize multiple activities to meet all external and internal deadlines 4. Maintain professional demeanor that reflects positively on the agency 5. Demonstrate respect and courtesy toward others 6. Able to thrive in a work environment emphasizing teamwork and collaboration 7. Respond in a timely manner in all aspects of communication 8. Work with minimum supervision 9. Perform other duties as assigned Equal Opportunity Employer The People Concern is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to non-discrimination in employment. We select the most qualified individual for the job based on job-related qualifications regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, credit history, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or other applicable laws. About the People Concern The People Concern empowers the most vulnerable among us to rebuild their lives. One of Los Angeles County's largest social services agencies, The People Concern was formed in 2016 in a merger of two trusted social service organizations based in Los Angeles County, OPCC and Lamp Community. Informed by more than fifty-eight years of work in the community, The People Concern is a leading provider of, and advocate for, evidence-based solutions to the multi-faceted challenges inherent in homelessness and domestic violence. With compassion and profound respect for those we serve, we provide a fully integrated system of care - including outreach, interim housing, mental and medical health care, substance abuse services, domestic violence services, life skills & wellness programs, and permanent supportive housing - tailored to the unique needs of homeless individuals, survivors of domestic violence, challenged youth, and others who have nowhere else to turn. The People Concern's model of integrated and comprehensive care empowers our participants to navigate the multi-faceted obstacles in their lives, become their best selves, and ultimately, connect with and contribute to their communities. Benefits & Perks * Medical Insurance * Vision Insurance * Dental Insurance * Retirement Planning (403b) * Paid Holidays * Paid Vacation Days * Paid Sick Days * Employee Assistance Plans (EAP) * TELUS Health * Flexible Spending Account (FSA) * Basic Life / Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) * Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability * Voluntary Pet Insurance * Discounts on Hotels, Theme Parks, Concerts, Movies, Restaurants & More * The People Concern University & Certificates * Corporate Discounts Other details Pay Type
Hourly Min Hiring Rate
$28.85 Max Hiring Rate
$31.25 Travel Required
No Required Education
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