Associate Therapist - OCD Specialist

Duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for individual and group sessions.
• Conducts client assessments, develops and monitors the implementation of individualized treatment plans, and is available to solve any pertinent issues.
• Collaborates with treatment team comprised of clinical staff, including the clinical director, program director and counselors.
• Identify patients' negative behaviors by asking personal questions and monitoring their actions.
• Demonstrate an understanding of patient care through charting and documenting resident progress and provide service referrals when needed.
• Review patient analysis and facilitate therapy sessions.
• Maintain professional relationships with the staff, clients, families and visitors
• Perform any other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from accredited social work, marriage and family therapy or psychology program.
• Registration with State of California Board of Behavioral Health as an active intern or licensed therapist with number.
• Specializes in OCD treatment.
• Experience with evidence based therapies.
• Experience working with mental health in a mental health treatment center preferred
• Experience working with veterans a plus!
• Able to maintain a professional manner with staff, clients, and visitors.
• Able to work in a fast paced setting, under pressure, and maintain open, and proper communication.
• Must be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Good physical and mental health.
• Able to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of clients or employees of an organization.
• Ability to relate harmoniously with staff and clients of diverse ethnic and economic backgrounds
• Experience in providing direct services to individuals, families and groups.
• Good Computer skills. Ability to navigate an Electronic Health Records System. Kipu experience a plus.
• Demonstrate professionalism, and strong boundaries with the clients.
  
  

Hiring Requirements:

1. Hiring is contingent upon completion of a Background Check, TB test, and clearance on a drug screen and pre-employment physical. Current First Aid and CPR certification or willing to obtain upon hire.
2. For the mental health and eating disorder programs additional requirements include receiving DOJ/FBI fingerprint clearance or an exemption and a submission of a signed Criminal Record Statement (LIC 508). Clean Background is required.