Licensed Therapist

POSITION SUMMARYThe Therapist is responsible for coordinating mental health care services for American Indian clients in Los Angeles County. They will provide assessment and counseling/therapy to eligible children, youth, and adults as a member of a treatment team. The Therapist is part of a multi-disciplinary team who works collaboratively with other treatment team members, other UAII service providers, and community partners.ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIESConduct program intakes and psychosocial assessmentsProvide individual, couples and family therapy using evidence-based interventionsProvide psychoeducational group sessions such as parenting classes and support groupsConduct crisis intervention and risk assessments as needed/requiredDevelop treatment plans in consultation with clientsConduct in-home visits, on occasion and as neededPartner with Case Coordinator to obtain resources and referrals for the client to sustain the client's involvement in center programs/treatmentMaintain aftercare follow-up and support/assistance to clients completing center programs/treatmentPartner in case planning with other center clinicians, consulting specialists, and representatives from schools, DCFS, and other jurisdictions as required or neededParticipate in Outpatient Staff meetings, Clinical Case Conferences, and other meetings as appropriate or assignedConduct in-service training to center staff and others as assignedProductivity - 65% of hours worked each week must be billable productivity. For a 40-hour workweek, the billable productivity requirement is 26 hoursAble to submit all completed paperwork to supervisor within 24 hours of seeing clientMaintain client charts in a responsible manner and meet all paperwork deadlines as required by DCFS, DMH and agency policy (e.g. complete case notes and discharge notes on a timely basis, etc.)Arrange work schedule to benefit the center program and clients with the approval of Clinical Supervisor/Program DirectorComply with agency guidelines, policies, and proceduresKeep Program Director well-informed regarding activities, pending issues and potential problemsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSQualifications:Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detailStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including staff, board members, and external partnersExpert-level written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capabilityResourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independentlyProven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and responseDemonstrated ability to achieve performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentActively seeks opportunities and proposes solutionsAble to follow directions and use sound judgment when clear direction is unavailableEducation & Experience:MA in clinical psychology, MSW, or Ph.D./Psy.D. in psychology from an accredited graduate programMinimum one-year clinical experience working with multiple-problem families (e.g. unemployment, poverty, substance abuse, homelessness, etc.)Minimum one-year clinical experience with children and familiesSome experience providing home-based/community-based counseling servicesCertifications:LMFT, LCSWCalifornia license from the Board of Behavioral SciencesConfidentiality:Maintain strict confidentiality of client and personnel information adhering to HIPPA, professional codes of conduct, State of CA regulations, Privacy Act, and UAII policies and proceduresThis position has access to sensitive information, and a breach in confidentiality will be grounds for disciplinary action up to and including immediate terminationCommunication/ Interpersonal Skills:Possess the ability to communicate with others in a courteous and professional mannerExcellent oral and written communication skillsProficient in EnglishTechnology Skills:Working knowledge of MS Office, Google SuiteAbility to use iPadOther:Demonstrate ability to exercise a high level of judgment, accept supervision, and exercise a high level of accuracy and organizationAvailable and willing to travel as neededAvailable to work evening and weekend hours as neededAccuracy and attention to detail is a mustWillingness to learn new skills and participate in training sessions relevant to the positionAvailable and willing to travel as needed, travel time can be between 25-40%POSITION PREFERENCESExperience working with the American Indian/Alaskan Native communityExperience working with nonprofit organizations, community groups, and performance-based government contracts.Knowledge of Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (Public Law 93-638)Bilingual in Spanish or ASL fluencyWORK ENVIRONMENTWork Environment:The work environment characteristics described here represent those employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Normal office conditions exist, and the noise level in the work environment can vary from low to moderate.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the primary functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk frequently, sit, bend, twist, talk, and hear. There are prolonged periods of sitting, keyboarding, reading, as well. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include reading, distance, computer, and color vision. Talking and hearing are essential to communicate with staff and vendors.UAII will make any practical, feasible, and reasonable arrangements to accommodate qualified applicants and employees with disabilities if it can do so without undue hardship.Mental Demands:There are several deadlines associated with this position. The employee must also multi-task and interact with various people on various and, at times, complex issues.The incumbent must have successful coping mechanisms in place to cope with the mental demands of the Therapist position, including but not limited to high stress and anxiety-provoking situations.PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONSIn the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees of United American Involvement, Inc. (UAII) are expected to conform to the following:Uphold all principles of confidentiality and patient care to the fullest extentMeet or exceed the performance standards as set by your supervisorInteract in an honest, trustworthy, and dependable manner with clients, employees, and vendorsPossess cultural awareness and sensitivityAdhere to all professional and ethical behavior standards as outlined in UAII's Employee HandbookWork independently and as a team member; consistently demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, efficiency, excellent internal and external customer service, high ethical standards, and behavior that contributes to harmonious relationshipsEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYUnited American Indian Involvement, Inc. (UAII) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.UAII abides by the mandates of the ADEA and the Fair Employment Housing and Housing Act (FEHA)-protecting individuals 40 years and older-and considers age a non-merit factor in all employment decisions and considerations.UAII abides by the mandates of the ADA and FEHA and considers disability a non-merit factor in all employment decisions and considerations. Furthermore, UAII will make any practical, feasible, and reasonable arrangements to accommodate qualified applicants and employees with disabilities if it can do so without undue hardship. Applicants and employees may request accommodations for a disability at any time in the application process or during employment.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.OTHER EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTSEligibility to work in the USFingerprint clearancePass a post-offer drug testNegative TB test result (annual requirement)Proof vaccination against the flu (annual requirement)Proof of full vaccination against COVID, including the latest BoosterValid CA driver's license if driving for the companyMaintain auto insurance coverage if driving for the company

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