Therapist Trainee: Nonpublic School-Based

Trainees work part-time (10-20 hours/week) providing individual, family, and group services in a school setting.  Under the school’s Clinical Supervisor and School-Based Services Director, therapists coordinate case management activities in accordance with federal, state and local standards, guidelines, regulations and established policies and procedures of the New Directions School, serving 12-22 year olds.  This position works in-person at our campus in Santa Rosa, CA.

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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 1-year experience in the mental health field.
• Experience in a social service or non-profit mental health agency.
• Experience working with children. 
• 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.
• Willingness to take on additional tasks and remain flexible and adaptable to change.
• Knowledge and experience working with diverse populations utilizing culturally competent, strength-based strategies.
• Proficient in PC programs, i.e. Windows and MS Word, Google Suite, Zoom, etc.
• Enrolled in good standing with eligible Master's in counseling program.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct initial assessment of new clients and develop client plans.
• Conduct individual and/or family sessions within the scope of practice and enter progress notes on a daily basis.
• Collaborate and engage with teaching staff, participate in IEP reporting and meetings, and co-facilitate therapy groups.
• Review, organize, update, and track client charts.
• 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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift 25 lbs (supplies)
• Prolonged sitting and working on a computer and telephone.

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.