Mental Health Clinician Associate/Practicum - School Based

University of California
US - California - Richmond
May 1, 2024

Location :
4892 San Pablo Dam Rd El Sobrante , CA 94803 United States
Job Posted Date :
Full-time Positions
Population :
Other
POSITION DESCRIPTION
For nearly 50 years, La Cheim has built a robust continuum of care to help kids and adults. We provide educational and mental health services throughout Alameda and Contra Costa County at our nonpublic schools, community health center, therapeutic behavioral services program and residential treatment center.
Under the direction of the Head of Service/Clinical Supervisor and Education Director the School Based Therapist provides individual therapy, group therapy, crisis management and case management services to children and adolescents at La Cheim School. The Clinician works in collaboration with the classroom and school clinicians/case managers, and other program/education support staff to support the overall wellbeing and development of youth. Supervision available by qualified licensed clinical supervisor weekly. Opportunities for 10-15 hours per week, and 20 hours per week opportunities available.
Schedule:
Monday - Friday, up to 20 hours a week.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide weekly individual, group therapy, group psychoeducation/skill building to students/or residents;
Provider services in a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and developmentally appropriate manner consistent with clinical standards;
Conduct daily or weekly groups and community meetings as assigned;
Establish rapport with students that supports therapeutic relationships;
Complete screenings, assessments, and generate treatment plans as part of routine clinical practice.
Maintain appropriate clinical records
Create and monitor individual treatment plans, and partnership plans with youth, families, clinical supervisor and other youth supports as indicated;
Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams;
Provide case management for assigned students;
Meet established standards of productivity;
Monitor and report effects of psychotropic medications under the direction of medical staff;
Complete and maintain all assigned charts in audit ready status;
Complete all necessary reports promptly;
Communicate effectively with team at La Cheim School
Participate actively in Clinical Supervision as assigned;
Assist with crisis intervention guided by professional practice and Pro-ACT principles (training provided).
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide consultation to classroom staff, assist in establishing behavior expectations;
Interact with students across the milieu as appropriate;
Respond effectively in crisis situations;
Lead and attend team and staff meetings and trainings as scheduled;
Facilitate conferences between students and staff to enhance student participation;
Meet regularly with supervisor to evaluate student progress;
Attend IEP meetings as scheduled;
Maintain professional behavior in all interactions with students, parents, and staff; and
Other duties may be required as La Cheim continues its development.
Employees are expected to be flexible and responsive to changes in the scope of duties.
TRAINING
La Cheim Staff participate in monthly relevant training provided through Relias.
Job Requirements : QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Master's Level student with an approved school currently enrolled in an MSW, MFT, or LPC program, or Master's Level program in Psychology, or Doctoral Level Psychology program
Clearances of TB test, physical exam, FBI and DOJ, and other mandatory State/Federal requirements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to write and implement Behavior Treatment Plan
Ability to effectively document provided services
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Must be a team player
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS (OPTIONAL)
Good time management and organizational abilities
Comfortable working with clients with severe mental illnesses
Culturally sensitive and skillful at collaborating with a diverse population
Steady, even temperament - ability to project calmness and courtesy
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS (OPTIONAL)
Maintains fixed and regular scheduled hours
Professional licensure and required supervision coursework current
Equal Opportunity Employer
La Cheim School, Inc. is committed to diversity in its programming and in creating a staff reflective of the populations of the San Francisco Bay Area, and will not discriminate against applicants, employees, or unpaid veterans. We encourage and actively recruit applicants representing diversity of race, color, age, sex, race, religion, national origin, sex/gender expression and physical ability.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour
4 hour shift
8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
El Sobrante, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
Are you a student in good standing in a masters Level Practicum Program: MFT, MSW?
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