What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intensive Family Services Therapist position at New School for Child Development?
Therapist
If you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference in your community and shape brighter futures, The Help Group is the organization for you! We're one of the largest nonprofits of our kind in the U.S., offering diverse programs for individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, developmental delays, abuse, mental health and social-emotional challenges. Since our founding in 1975, we've grown significantly, expanding our reach to meet the evolving needs of our community. Today, we offer unparalleled academic programs, mental health support, therapy, life coaching, vocational training, specialized social and residential programs, and resources for LGBTQ youth and families. These initiatives touch the lives of over 6,000 clients a year and continue to expand in reach and impact. At the heart of The Help Group's mission is a steadfast commitment to empowering individuals to reach their full potential and live positive, productive, and fulfilling lives. We invite passionate professionals to join us in supporting the development of our students, clients, and residents as we grow! Here, you'll find not just a job, but an opportunity to grow your career in a deeply rewarding environment!
Come be part of a team dedicated to empowering adolescents, adults and families facing mental health, social and emotional challenges because everyone deserves a great future. Through strategic partnerships with governmental agencies and innovative programs like Full Service Partnership (FSP), Wraparound (WRAP), PIER, we foster long-term skills and support systems, enhancing the well-being of individuals and families across all stages of life.
Position Details:
- Full-Time
- Locations: Culver City, Inglewood
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individual and/or family treatment to children who are at high risk of abuse and/or neglect and children with severe emotional difficulties.
- Provide individual/family in home counseling services to and/or office-based treatment to children and adolescents with a range of psychological, emotional and behavioral problems.
- Provide case-management services which may include interfacing with community psychiatric hospitals, Department of Family and Child Services (DCFS), Department of Mental Health (DMH) school of officials, law enforcement and others as appropriate.
- Maintain client charts in a responsible manner and meet all paperwork deadlines and requirements. Maintain productivity rate at required Agency Standards.
- Comply with applicable professional licensing or certification requirements and ethical standards.
Qualifications
- Registered with the BBS as an AMFT, APCC, ACSW, LMFT, LCSW, and LPCC in the State of California.
- Minimum one year experience working with multiple-issue families (e.g. unemployment, poverty, substance abuse, homelessness, domestic violence or abuse).
- Strong interest in providing in- home, strength-based, culturally relevant counseling services.
- Ability to function as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Commitment to providing field-based services to multi-cultural population.
- Fluency in Spanish high preferred.
- Valid California Driver’s License.
- Must be insurable with agency’s insurance company for driving.
Benefits
The Help Group offers wonderful training opportunities, a supportive, professional work environment, and great benefits, including:
- Sign On Bonus:
- $5,000 – BBS registered Therapist
- Supervision towards licensure
- We count EBP Certificate towards overall salary
- Opportunity to earn productivity bonuses
- Insurance plans for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance - options for 100% employer sponsored plans
- 403b Retirement Plan
- 529 College Savings Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account
- Vacation and Sick Leave
- Benefit Hub - Employee Rewards and Incentives
- Pet Insurance
Learn more about our Intensive Family Based Services here:
PIER Early Psychosis (EP) Program
Wraparound Program
www.thehelpgroup.org
The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary someone in this role may earn as an employee of The Help Group. Salaries will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to, professional and academic experience, certification, training, responsibilities of the position, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire. The Help Group reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
