Licensed/Associate Clinical Therapist (ACSW, AMFT, ...

JOB TITLE: Mental Health ClinicianDIVISION: Counseling CenterSUPERVISOR: Head of ServiceCLASSIFICATION: Non-ExemptLOCATION: Lake ElsinoreORGANIZATION MISSION STATEMENTEmpowering Lives, Nurturing Families, Building Futures: We are dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals and families through comprehensive support and compassionate care.JOB SUMMARYUnder the guidance of the Head of Service, the Mental Health Clinician is responsible for the delivery of clinical services to assigned clients. The clinician ensures coordination of care and flexibility of services. The Mental Health Clinician is responsible for ensuring that: clients have a mental health assessment; are receiving appropriate mental health treatment services; services are documented; reports are completed timely based on agency policy; and documentation and recordkeeping requirements are met.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSMaster’s degree or Doctorate as defined in the Health and Safety Code, Sections 1506 (e) (f)LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSActive, unrestricted registration/ licensure through the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS).Meets all state required conditions of employment as set forth by Community Care Licensing for a Licensed Community Care facility; i.e. Fingerprint and Child Abuse Index clearance, TB/Health Physical, valid CDL and clean driving record.Meets all compliance requirements of federal, state, and country regulations by periodic sanction checks.JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES·        Provide Comprehensive Clinical Services Deliver individual, family, and group therapy in both home-based and office settings. Conduct thorough assessments, develop treatment plans, provide diagnoses, and ensure timely, accurate documentation in compliance with Medi-Cal and agency standards. ·        Engage in Clinical Supervision and Team Collaboration Participate in ongoing supervision with the Clinical Director and engage in case consultations and collaborative treatment planning with the clinical team. Maintain open, professional communication with colleagues and contribute to a positive team environment. ·        Maintain Compliance and Ethical Standards Stay informed of and comply with all relevant laws, professional codes of ethics, and state licensing requirements. Maintain current registration or licensure status and complete all necessary certifications. ·        Support Data, Documentation, and Billing Requirements Complete outcome measures, progress notes, reports, and assessments with accuracy and timeliness. Participate in data collection efforts and perform billing-related tasks, including unit tracking, and insurance documentation. ·        Participate in Agency and Community Engagement Attend staff meetings, trainings, and community events. Represent the agency at conferences, workshops, and networking activities. Engage in outreach, marketing, and partnership-building initiatives to support program growth and client engagement. ·        Demonstrate Flexibility and Crisis Readiness Maintain the flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed. Provide on-call crisis intervention services in accordance with agency policy. Respond to client needs and communications within 24 business hours. ·        Foster Positive Relationships and Client-Centered Care Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, families, referral sources, and community partners. Promote cultural sensitivity, uphold confidentiality, and ensure professional boundaries at all times. ·        Contribute to Program Development and Continuous Improvement Participate in agency action planning, quality improvement efforts, training initiatives, and performance evaluations. Provide feedback and ideas to enhance service delivery and support the overall mission of Kamali’i Counseling Center. ·        Perform Additional Duties as Assigned Take on responsibilities as needed to support the clinical team and overall functioning of the agency, under the direction of the Clinical Director or Supervisor.  WORK ENVIRONMENTEmployee shall work in a non-hostile work office environment. The employee is expected not to engage in any activity that unreasonably interferes with performance of any other employee, such as sexual harassment, unlawful discrimination or any other behavior that unduly demeans or intimidates another employee. As an essential function of this position, the employee must be able to handle levels of stress satisfactorily and be congenial with other employees, clients, and other agencies at all times. Work environments vary from a climate controlled office setting to working outdoors with temperatures ranging from mild/moderate to extreme cold/heat.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The following lists physical demands an employee will perform on a regular basis:Hearing and speaking to communicate within normal range, give directions to small or large groups of people and exchange information in person and on the telephone.Read printed material and computer screens.Ability to conduct a verbal conversation in English or other designated language.Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.Ability to push and pull objects up to (40) pounds.Ability to carry up to ten (10) pounds frequently, and twenty (20) pounds occasionally.Ability to lift up to ten (10) pounds frequently, and twenty (20) pounds occasionally.Ability to exhibit a full range of motion for shoulder, elbow, back, hip and knee.Ability to sit for extended periods of time, stand, stoop, kneel, bend, climb, and walk.Ability to climb stairs, slopes, steps, ramps, and ladders.Ability to work in a wide range of weather conditions.Kneeling, bending at the waist and reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally to retrieve and store files and supplies.Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and effective manner.Job Type: Full-timePay: $34.53 - $46.39 per hourExpected hours: 40 per weekBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceVision insuranceSchedule:Monday to FridayLanguage:Spanish (Preferred)License/Certification:ACSW/AMFT/APCC (Required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-06-04