Catholic Charities
Behavioral Health Services Therapist
Catholic Charities, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Overview
The Behavioral Health Clinician/Therapist provides therapy and case management services to children and families, adults, and older adults in an outpatient setting. The therapist is required to be adaptable, a team player with strong interpersonal skills, and a promoter of Catholic Charities' mission and values. The Behavioral Health Division serves clients under multiple programs: Supportive Therapeutic Options Program (STOP) CalWorks Prevention and Early Intervention-school based (PEI) Drop-In Community Based Services Adults and Older Adults Substance Use Treatment Alternative Activities Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) Position Summary
The Behavioral Health Clinician/Therapist will provide individual and family therapy to children and families. Responsibilities
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE CLINICAL SERVICES PROGRAM: Provide individual and family therapy to clients. Maintain documentation per Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Division and Catholic Charities standards in the data system. Work with clients dealing with trauma, behavioral and mental health issues, dual diagnosis or addictions, and adults with cognitive and other disabilities. Consult with individual clients or families about community knowledge, needed resources, and their strengths in accessing services, including utility discounts and other essential services. Provide appropriate community resources and consultation with the client regarding those resources to accomplish their goals. Conduct group sessions for resource sharing and learning socialization skills. Work closely with psychiatrists, primary care physicians, and other community providers. Provide support to and mentor case managers on timely and accurate case documentation, intervention with medical necessity, client engagement, and time management. Crisis intervention and create safety plans with the client. Collaborate with the case manager, schools, and other agencies for additional resources. Conduct intake, assessment, create treatment plans, diagnose and document according to DSM V-TR. Engage clients and family using evidence-based practices, Trauma-Informed CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to reduce trauma symptoms and provide coping skills to improve family functioning. Attend all necessary staff meetings to facilitate client services coordination and collaboration. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Specific Job Requirements
Maintain a caseload of 14-16 cases. Meet with clients at a minimum of a weekly basis—in person, by telephone, and via telehealth. Provide community-based services for sessions and assistance as needed. Must meet a minimum standard of 80 clinical hours of productivity per month. Complete all progress notes within five business days of service. Provide support to and mentor case managers on timely and accurate case documentation, intervention with medical necessity, client engagement, and time management. Attend weekly individual supervision and weekly team meetings. Provide weekly schedule to the program supervisor, program assistant, and others in the program as requested. Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED Graduate degree in MSW, MA, or MS in counseling, psychology, or related field Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) registration as MFT Intern, ASW or PCC Intern or LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or licensed psychologist. Bilingual Spanish/English highly preferred (other languages will be considered). Certified in Triple P Teen- Recommended Counseling experience in a community-based setting Effective verbal and written communication skills Knowledge of DSM V Understanding of Medi-Cal eligible service provision and billing requirements Understanding of and sensitivity toward economic and cultural issues in diverse communities Demonstrated computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, and Internet usage) Ability to pass certification requirements for CANS assessment 90 days of hire (training and support will be provided) Knowledge of trauma-informed care, strength-based, and motivational interviewing skills Availability to work flexible hours, e.g., evening until 7:00 pm and Saturdays Team oriented with strong interpersonal and organizational skills Other Qualifications
Willing to go to clients or community agencies as necessary through own vehicle or public transport. If using your car, clean DMV record, proof of current auto insurance, and valid driver\'s license. Successful results from a criminal background check, including fingerprint clearance. Provide TB screening test results. Compensation
Starting salary range $75,000-85,000/year. Contingent on completed clinical hours and BBS registration. Mandated Reporter Status
This position requires you to work with adults and children, and your profession qualifies you as "mandated reporters" of Elder abuse or neglect. Child abuse or neglect, which is found in California Penal Code Section 11164-11174.3 and Welfare and Institution Code 15610-15610.70. In addition, you are required to report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect and Elder abuse and neglect. This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. Because of a need to remain responsive to the needs of our clients and our Agency’s operations, responsibilities may be modified at any time. Catholic Charities is a non-profit, non-discriminatory service organization and employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation or disability. Persons receiving services in our programs are entitled to freedom from harassment and retaliation and reasonable accommodation for qualified disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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The Behavioral Health Clinician/Therapist provides therapy and case management services to children and families, adults, and older adults in an outpatient setting. The therapist is required to be adaptable, a team player with strong interpersonal skills, and a promoter of Catholic Charities' mission and values. The Behavioral Health Division serves clients under multiple programs: Supportive Therapeutic Options Program (STOP) CalWorks Prevention and Early Intervention-school based (PEI) Drop-In Community Based Services Adults and Older Adults Substance Use Treatment Alternative Activities Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) Position Summary
The Behavioral Health Clinician/Therapist will provide individual and family therapy to children and families. Responsibilities
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE CLINICAL SERVICES PROGRAM: Provide individual and family therapy to clients. Maintain documentation per Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Division and Catholic Charities standards in the data system. Work with clients dealing with trauma, behavioral and mental health issues, dual diagnosis or addictions, and adults with cognitive and other disabilities. Consult with individual clients or families about community knowledge, needed resources, and their strengths in accessing services, including utility discounts and other essential services. Provide appropriate community resources and consultation with the client regarding those resources to accomplish their goals. Conduct group sessions for resource sharing and learning socialization skills. Work closely with psychiatrists, primary care physicians, and other community providers. Provide support to and mentor case managers on timely and accurate case documentation, intervention with medical necessity, client engagement, and time management. Crisis intervention and create safety plans with the client. Collaborate with the case manager, schools, and other agencies for additional resources. Conduct intake, assessment, create treatment plans, diagnose and document according to DSM V-TR. Engage clients and family using evidence-based practices, Trauma-Informed CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to reduce trauma symptoms and provide coping skills to improve family functioning. Attend all necessary staff meetings to facilitate client services coordination and collaboration. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Specific Job Requirements
Maintain a caseload of 14-16 cases. Meet with clients at a minimum of a weekly basis—in person, by telephone, and via telehealth. Provide community-based services for sessions and assistance as needed. Must meet a minimum standard of 80 clinical hours of productivity per month. Complete all progress notes within five business days of service. Provide support to and mentor case managers on timely and accurate case documentation, intervention with medical necessity, client engagement, and time management. Attend weekly individual supervision and weekly team meetings. Provide weekly schedule to the program supervisor, program assistant, and others in the program as requested. Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED Graduate degree in MSW, MA, or MS in counseling, psychology, or related field Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) registration as MFT Intern, ASW or PCC Intern or LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or licensed psychologist. Bilingual Spanish/English highly preferred (other languages will be considered). Certified in Triple P Teen- Recommended Counseling experience in a community-based setting Effective verbal and written communication skills Knowledge of DSM V Understanding of Medi-Cal eligible service provision and billing requirements Understanding of and sensitivity toward economic and cultural issues in diverse communities Demonstrated computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, and Internet usage) Ability to pass certification requirements for CANS assessment 90 days of hire (training and support will be provided) Knowledge of trauma-informed care, strength-based, and motivational interviewing skills Availability to work flexible hours, e.g., evening until 7:00 pm and Saturdays Team oriented with strong interpersonal and organizational skills Other Qualifications
Willing to go to clients or community agencies as necessary through own vehicle or public transport. If using your car, clean DMV record, proof of current auto insurance, and valid driver\'s license. Successful results from a criminal background check, including fingerprint clearance. Provide TB screening test results. Compensation
Starting salary range $75,000-85,000/year. Contingent on completed clinical hours and BBS registration. Mandated Reporter Status
This position requires you to work with adults and children, and your profession qualifies you as "mandated reporters" of Elder abuse or neglect. Child abuse or neglect, which is found in California Penal Code Section 11164-11174.3 and Welfare and Institution Code 15610-15610.70. In addition, you are required to report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect and Elder abuse and neglect. This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. Because of a need to remain responsive to the needs of our clients and our Agency’s operations, responsibilities may be modified at any time. Catholic Charities is a non-profit, non-discriminatory service organization and employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation or disability. Persons receiving services in our programs are entitled to freedom from harassment and retaliation and reasonable accommodation for qualified disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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