ROLE SUMMARY

As a team member, therapist conducts assessments/intakes as assigned. During the assessment/intake, the therapist interviews and collects information from clients, identifies symptoms, makes diagnoses and develops a therapeutic/treatment plan. Therapist performs duties in the field/community, in client’s home, or in the environment in which services are needed. Therapist provides crisis intervention and short-term treatment as needed to stabilize clients and prepare them for linkage to longer term treatment. Therapist facilitates collateral sessions and groups as needed. Also consults with clinical supervisor, medical doctor, clinic peers or other specialists as needed. Therapist completes required progress notes and paperwork in a timely manner. This position meets or exceeds productivity and timely expectations. Other duties may be assigned in this program that provides services Monday through Friday.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as a member of Children Outreach Triage Team (COTT)/Adult Outreach Triage Team (OTT).

• Conducts assessments/intakes of clients from birth to 21 years of age and older.

• Provides crisis intervention and short-term therapy services as needed.

• Participates in case consultation as needed to address client safety and stability.

• Maintains required caseload and facilitate the execution of the client’s treatment plan.

• Participates in community outreach as needed.

• Is comfortable providing field-based services to high risk clients.

• Is comfortable with the use of electronics and multiple electronic based systems

• Is willing to work flexible and non-traditional hours on a regular basis

• Participates in trainings and meetings as assigned

• Is a productive partnership to ensure stabilization and family wellness.

• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of a master’s degree or equivalent (MSW, MA, Ph.D., PsyD, or MS) plus clinical experience and/or training directly related to adolescent counseling.

• A minimum of one year of experience conducting assessments in addition to a minimum of one year providing therapy to client’s birth to adulthood and their families/caregivers.

• Bilingual Spanish speaking ability is highly desired.

• Previous crisis intervention, suicide assessment/prevention, or homicidal assessment/prevention preferred. Bilingual Spanish speaking ability is highly desired.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• Current registration with licensing board is required. Supervision for clinical hours for master’s level clinicians obtaining hours toward licensure is provided.

• An active license in the State of California as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Psychologist (preferred).

• Must possess and maintain a valid CA driver’s license and insurable driving record.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A strong commitment to advancing Wellnest’s mission.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and achievement-oriented environment.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

• Skilled in engaging, motivating, and working with diverse individuals and groups to accomplish established goals.

• Ability to work independently and with others - including other employees, clients and members of the public - in face-to-face and telephonic contexts.

• Ability to multi-task, establish priorities and manage time, meet deadlines and perform duties under time constraints.

• Maintain a high level of ethical and professional standards in accordance with Company policy.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and achievement-oriented environment.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

In keeping with Company policy for all employees, the successful applicant must also complete a test for TB, and fingerprint clearance by the Department of Justice. Proof that you will be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 per eligibility guidance by your employment start date. Per the CDC and Department of Public Health, individuals are considered fully vaccinated for COVID-19: two weeks or more after they have received the second dose in a 2-dose series (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna or vaccine authorized by the World Health Organization), or two weeks or more after they have received a single-dose vaccine (Johnson and Johnson [J&J]/Janssen). The Company will provide exemptions in accordance with applicable law.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Annualized Salary Range: $64,480 to $79,439 plus plus incentive compensation opportunities

• Wellnest offers $10,000/year to build a personalized health benefits package from a choice of available medical, dental, and vision coverage plans, as well as an employer-paid $50,000 life insurance policy.

• Wellnest employees benefit from an employer-sponsored 401(k) company match, dollar for dollar, up to 3%, and a profit-sharing contribution benefit of up to 5%.