PROJECT 180 INC
Title:
Therapist Division:
Project 180 Pay Scale:
$36.93-$40.62/hour Program:
AB109 The Organization SSG-Project 180 turns lives around through innovative, wraparound services that keep people out of institutions and in their communities. Project 180 is a leader in the forensic treatment space, offering high-quality, specialized treatment programs that serve thousands of justice-involved individuals. Our programs span criminal justice intercepts and include pre-arrest interventions, court-based diversions, jail in-reach, and intensive post-release services. Project 180 operates in partnership with County agencies including the Department of Mental Health (DMH), the Department of Health Services (DHS), and the Justice, Care and Opportunities Department (JCOD). The Program Project 180’s DMH programs provide intensive, wraparound behavioral health treatment and services to justice-involved individuals with significant mental health problems.
Clients receive outpatient care and are served through co-occurring services provided by a multidisciplinary treatment team. Services include, but are not limited to, psychotherapy, case management, medication management, substance counseling, employment, and housing navigation services. Services are provided in partnership with LA County Probation, LA County Department of Mental Health (DMH), and LA Superior Court. The AB109 program provides intensive, wraparound behavioral health treatment to a forensic population. Through Assembly Bill 109, individuals convicted of a felony crime serve a portion of their sentence in jail or prison and are released early with 1 year of community supervision. If appropriate, participants are mandated to behavioral health treatment by LA County Probation. The Outpatient Care Services (OCS) program provides community and clinic-based mental health services that are recovery-focused and evidence-based, tailored to meet each client’s needs in the most appropriate setting. The Position Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor and Clinical Supervisor, the therapist is responsible for providing intensive, wraparound, clinical services to include psychotherapy, rehabilitation, clinical case management and crisis intervention. The therapist is a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team and provides clinical recommendations to support the client's treatment objectives and goal of
reducing recidivism. A successful therapist will actively engage this population in services, supporting their clients in making progress towards meaningful recovery goals. Essential Functions:
Provide intensive, wraparound, clinical services
Actively engage clients in services through the development of strong rapport, consistent contact and use of motivational interviewing skills. Provide inreach and outreach services as needed, meeting clients “where they are at” (service location, client’s point of view). Complete initial assessment, OCS phone screenings, formulate a diagnosis and engage clients in treatment planning. Services to target symptom reduction and cornerstones of recovery oriented care (instilling hope, empowerment, self-responsibility and engaging in meaningful roles). Provide individual and group psychotherapy, rehabilitation, clinical case management and crisis intervention services. Engage and collaborate with collaterals (DMH, DPH-SAPC, probation, hospitals, court, etc.). Provide psychoeducation related to mental health recovery to better support clients' treatment plan and engage in client advocacy. Assist clients with linkages to a higher level of care, as needed. Service delivery is consistent with ethical standards and a harm reduction, strength based, trauma informed framework. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to coordinate client care Actively contributes to planning and execution of clinical interventions in collaboration with the treatment team. Leverage unique skills and abilities of team members in service delivery. Participate in outreach and engagement efforts with the treatment team. Coordinate services with various public and private community health, mental health, and social service agencies to ensure appropriate services for clients. Facilitate linkage to DPH-SAPC, as needed. Documentation and Reporting Maintain comprehensive case notes in the electronic health record per program guidelines Maintain and submit billing records per program guidelines. Participate in program data collection per program guidelines. Adhere to mandated reporting requirements. Fulfill baseline Project 180 staff expectations Regular attendance required. Holiday or weekend work may be required. Maintain and uphold Agency mission statement, values, policies, procedures, and principles. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Maintain active license and/or registrations as applicable (ie BBS, CCAPP). Skills and Abilities Clinical Expertise: Provides clinical care with a focus on high-quality service delivery. Empathetic and able to develop strong relationships with clients. Collaborative: Able to work in diverse teams to solve complex issues. Adaptive to changing circumstances and client needs in a dynamic environment. Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills, remains calm under pressure. Organized: Strong organization systems and attention to detail. Communication skills: Clearly conveys information, builds rapport, and effectively engages with clients. Minimum Qualifications Required:
Master’s degree in social work or mental health field from an accredited college or university, and valid license or registration with licensing body (i.e. the BBS). Experience working with culturally diverse populations. Valid CA driver’s license, proof of insurance and own vehicle required. Ability to transport clients in personal vehicle as needed. Must not be on any type of legal supervision (probation or parole). Verification of Employment Eligibility and Background Check. Basic computer skills.
Preferred:
Experience working with the forensic and/or dual diagnosed populations. Experience working on an interdisciplinary team in a mental health or outpatient setting. Knowledge of and experience with providing trauma informed services. Spanish speaking.
Supervisory Responsibilities None Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions) Job duties are to be performed both in office and field settings, including Project 180’s interim housing sites. Shifts to be scheduled during evenings and or weekends. Physical Requirements
The employee is expected to move about the worksite throughout the day, which may involve walking, standing, and climbing stairs, or using a mobility device, or similar. The employee is expected to drive, carry a maximum of 20 lbs, listen, and speak in order to complete job requirements. Mental Requirements The employee must be able to do any/all of the following: perform complex and varied tasks such as synthesizing information and making decisions without immediate supervision; handle routine distractions, interruptions, noise, and uncontrollable changes in priorities/work schedules; interact professionally and diplomatically in high-stress situations; create and follow plans; meet deadlines.
Therapist Division:
Project 180 Pay Scale:
$36.93-$40.62/hour Program:
AB109 The Organization SSG-Project 180 turns lives around through innovative, wraparound services that keep people out of institutions and in their communities. Project 180 is a leader in the forensic treatment space, offering high-quality, specialized treatment programs that serve thousands of justice-involved individuals. Our programs span criminal justice intercepts and include pre-arrest interventions, court-based diversions, jail in-reach, and intensive post-release services. Project 180 operates in partnership with County agencies including the Department of Mental Health (DMH), the Department of Health Services (DHS), and the Justice, Care and Opportunities Department (JCOD). The Program Project 180’s DMH programs provide intensive, wraparound behavioral health treatment and services to justice-involved individuals with significant mental health problems.
Clients receive outpatient care and are served through co-occurring services provided by a multidisciplinary treatment team. Services include, but are not limited to, psychotherapy, case management, medication management, substance counseling, employment, and housing navigation services. Services are provided in partnership with LA County Probation, LA County Department of Mental Health (DMH), and LA Superior Court. The AB109 program provides intensive, wraparound behavioral health treatment to a forensic population. Through Assembly Bill 109, individuals convicted of a felony crime serve a portion of their sentence in jail or prison and are released early with 1 year of community supervision. If appropriate, participants are mandated to behavioral health treatment by LA County Probation. The Outpatient Care Services (OCS) program provides community and clinic-based mental health services that are recovery-focused and evidence-based, tailored to meet each client’s needs in the most appropriate setting. The Position Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor and Clinical Supervisor, the therapist is responsible for providing intensive, wraparound, clinical services to include psychotherapy, rehabilitation, clinical case management and crisis intervention. The therapist is a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team and provides clinical recommendations to support the client's treatment objectives and goal of
reducing recidivism. A successful therapist will actively engage this population in services, supporting their clients in making progress towards meaningful recovery goals. Essential Functions:
Provide intensive, wraparound, clinical services
Actively engage clients in services through the development of strong rapport, consistent contact and use of motivational interviewing skills. Provide inreach and outreach services as needed, meeting clients “where they are at” (service location, client’s point of view). Complete initial assessment, OCS phone screenings, formulate a diagnosis and engage clients in treatment planning. Services to target symptom reduction and cornerstones of recovery oriented care (instilling hope, empowerment, self-responsibility and engaging in meaningful roles). Provide individual and group psychotherapy, rehabilitation, clinical case management and crisis intervention services. Engage and collaborate with collaterals (DMH, DPH-SAPC, probation, hospitals, court, etc.). Provide psychoeducation related to mental health recovery to better support clients' treatment plan and engage in client advocacy. Assist clients with linkages to a higher level of care, as needed. Service delivery is consistent with ethical standards and a harm reduction, strength based, trauma informed framework. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to coordinate client care Actively contributes to planning and execution of clinical interventions in collaboration with the treatment team. Leverage unique skills and abilities of team members in service delivery. Participate in outreach and engagement efforts with the treatment team. Coordinate services with various public and private community health, mental health, and social service agencies to ensure appropriate services for clients. Facilitate linkage to DPH-SAPC, as needed. Documentation and Reporting Maintain comprehensive case notes in the electronic health record per program guidelines Maintain and submit billing records per program guidelines. Participate in program data collection per program guidelines. Adhere to mandated reporting requirements. Fulfill baseline Project 180 staff expectations Regular attendance required. Holiday or weekend work may be required. Maintain and uphold Agency mission statement, values, policies, procedures, and principles. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Maintain active license and/or registrations as applicable (ie BBS, CCAPP). Skills and Abilities Clinical Expertise: Provides clinical care with a focus on high-quality service delivery. Empathetic and able to develop strong relationships with clients. Collaborative: Able to work in diverse teams to solve complex issues. Adaptive to changing circumstances and client needs in a dynamic environment. Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills, remains calm under pressure. Organized: Strong organization systems and attention to detail. Communication skills: Clearly conveys information, builds rapport, and effectively engages with clients. Minimum Qualifications Required:
Master’s degree in social work or mental health field from an accredited college or university, and valid license or registration with licensing body (i.e. the BBS). Experience working with culturally diverse populations. Valid CA driver’s license, proof of insurance and own vehicle required. Ability to transport clients in personal vehicle as needed. Must not be on any type of legal supervision (probation or parole). Verification of Employment Eligibility and Background Check. Basic computer skills.
Preferred:
Experience working with the forensic and/or dual diagnosed populations. Experience working on an interdisciplinary team in a mental health or outpatient setting. Knowledge of and experience with providing trauma informed services. Spanish speaking.
Supervisory Responsibilities None Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions) Job duties are to be performed both in office and field settings, including Project 180’s interim housing sites. Shifts to be scheduled during evenings and or weekends. Physical Requirements
The employee is expected to move about the worksite throughout the day, which may involve walking, standing, and climbing stairs, or using a mobility device, or similar. The employee is expected to drive, carry a maximum of 20 lbs, listen, and speak in order to complete job requirements. Mental Requirements The employee must be able to do any/all of the following: perform complex and varied tasks such as synthesizing information and making decisions without immediate supervision; handle routine distractions, interruptions, noise, and uncontrollable changes in priorities/work schedules; interact professionally and diplomatically in high-stress situations; create and follow plans; meet deadlines.