Mental Health Clinician I - IFCCS

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: L3

• Van Nuys, CA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Master's Degree, Salary Range: $64480.00 - $66480.00Salary/year, Travel Percentage: Hybrid, Job Shift: 1st Shift, Job Category: Nonprofit
• Social Services, ID#33213A
• The Mental Health Clinician I provides a range of services as part of the treatment team. Mental Health Clinician I may conduct individual, family, group psychotherapy, and individual rehabilitation sessions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As a member of the treatment team, works closely with case managers and IFCCS families to develop an individualized family plan taking into account each family’s strength, goals and needs. Responsible for completing all paperwork required by the Department of Mental Health (DMH) i.e. assessments, coordination plans, etc.

, as well as IFCCS required documentation in a timely manner. Coordinates with case manager to implement the family plan agreed upon by family meetings. Provides direct clinical, psychological and/or rehabilitative mental health services to IFCCS families including identified client and other family members seen as collateral in the home.

Provides IFCCS families with ongoing assessments of their basic needs in various life domains including: housing, family, social, recreational, emotional, educational, safety, legal, medical, cultural, behavioral, school, work, and financial. Flexible and creative in providing support and services to families in their home, at school sites, in agency offices and other off-site locations as outlined in the treatment plan.

Works closely with the case manager in order to coordinate and integrate services for families as needed. Respectful and sensitive to each family’s cultural and individual needs and customs as appropriate. Assists in organizing and providing ongoing group, lessons, workshops, and outings as needed for families. Participates in weekly staff meetings, treatment team meetings, clinical supervisions, family meetings, and individual and supervision sessions.

Attends IFCCS in-service presentations and trainings as assigned. Actively participates in Arts Care activities which include scheduling, childcare, transportation of families and leading parenting groups as appropriate and needed.

Qualifications

Master's degree from an approved graduate school or program leading to California licensure as AMFT/ACSW, APCC, or equivalent, licensed therapist or registered intern with the appropriate California licensing board, experience working with children in a behavioral health setting, and valid California license. Bilingual (Spanish) required Must pass Department of Justice fingerprint clearance and pre-employment physical.

Must have a valid California Driver License in good standing and be insurable by the Center’s auto insurance carrier. Able to work effectively with a range of clients and staff from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Must act in accordance with all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) of 1996 and related state law confidentiality requirements.

Must successfully complete the Center’s HIPAA training, pass the HIPAA test, and receive the Certification of Compliance. Regular attendance is an essential function of the job. Interacting with other employees at work in an essential function of the job. Arriving at work on time and not leaving early is an essential function of the job.

Possess valid Class C California Driver’s License and driving record meets SFVMHC, Inc. insurance requirements. Committed to the principles and practice of Children’s Field Clinical Capable Services including family centered, strength based, and individualized care; flexible, unconditional services; and promoting self-sufficiency.

We offer: $4K sign On Bonus $2K for bilingual bonus Experience working with a diverse, respectful and trauma informed workplace culture client population A team-oriented work environment Training opportunities Excellent compensation and benefits Paid time Off - 12 holidays; generous sick and vacation time Health care, dental, life insurance, 403b retirement Career Development Professional licensure assistance within two years You will contribute providing direct crisis intervention, support families requiring help.