What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Therapist, School-Based Services position at California Parenting Institute?
This is a school-year position providing individual and group behavioral health services at school-based sites throughout Sonoma County.
CPI is committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment. Our staff represent our community and persons with lived experience in the areas in which we serve. Our goal is to employ a workforce that supports racial equity, values differences, and celebrates unique perspectives. Everyone is welcome at CPI.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Conduct outreach within the school to inform personnel of services offered.
- Conduct initial assessment of new clients and develop client plans.
- Conduct individual and/or group sessions within the scope of practice and enter progress notes on a daily basis.
- Review, organize, update, and track client charts.
- Provide targeted case management.
- Follow program policies and procedures utilizing appropriate assessments and input from the clinical supervisor and treatment team.
- Participate in clinical supervision and group consultation to enhance professional growth and examine clinical work.
- Maintain strict confidentiality guidelines regarding all clients, conversations and referrals.
- Communicate program services activities, assess site/partner needs and report all to program manager/director.
- Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of 1year experience in the mental health field.
- Experience in a social service or mental health agency preferred.
- Experience working with children and youth.
- Knowledge and experience working with diverse populations utilizing culturally responsive, strength-based strategies.
- Knowledge and understanding of professional, legal and ethical obligations.
- Ability to perform age appropriate psychosocial/diagnostic assessments for clients and families.
- Ability to integrate assessment findings and translate them into treatment goals.
- Understanding of, and commitment to, trauma-informed care.
- Strong organizational skills and self-directed.
- Effective communication skills and strength-based collaborative approach to teamwork.
- Willingness to take on additional tasks and remain flexible and adaptable to change.
- Proficient in PC programs, i.e. Windows and MS Word, Google Drive, Zoom, etc.
- Hold a valid CA driver’s license and insurance along with reliable transportation.
- Spanish/English bilingual preferred.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
This position is open to registered associates (AMFT, ACSW, APCC) in good standing. Associate therapists are provided with group and individual supervision by a clinical supervisor as required by their licensing board.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to lift 25 lbs (supplies)
- Prolonged sitting and working on a computer and telephone.
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be fingerprinted and background checked against CA Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation.
- Two references are required.
NOTICE: This job description is provided as a general summary of common job duties performed by
individuals assigned this job title. It is not all-inclusive, nor is it intended to create a contract, written or
implied, between employees and Child Parent Institute, nor does it in any way alter the at-will
employment relationship that exists between employees and Child Parent Institute. As a condition of
employment, all agency employees are expected to perform job duties assigned by agency
management even when such duties are not included in their job description. CPI is an equal
opportunity employer.
