Counseling and Research Associates, Inc.·Lancaster, California
The Therapist provides clinical services, including individual, family, and group therapy, to help adults, youth, and families become healthy and independent. Responsibilities include conducting intake assessments, managing crises, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary clinical team.
A Therapist is responsible for specific clinical services to assigned adults, youth, and families so that they may become healthy, independent and productive members of their communities. A Therapist is expected to exercise professional judgment and discretion as a significant practitioner in the successful integration of treatment for clients. For Wraparound staff, all training requirements per DMH contract must be completed within the first year of employment. A Therapist works designated shifts under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor.
Has a willingness to accept a variety of cases, conducts Client Outreach and engagement with other Intensive Services Team members in the effort to enroll all eligible participants referred for Intensive services. 2.
ASSESSMENTS: Independently performs intake assessments and formulates diagnoses and case conceptualization using a culturally competent approach. 3.
OUTCOMES: Regularly identify and complete data outcome elements in a timely manner. 4.
Strength
BASED: Is capable of accurately identifying and building on the strengths of clients to better reach their potential. 5.
THERAPY: Provide individual, family, and group therapy using evidence base psychotherapy interventions, and case management as needed. 6.
REFERRALS: Demonstrates a sound knowledge of resources and ability to make appropriate referrals. 7.
Clinical
THEORY: Demonstrates a good understanding and use of clinical theory, interventions, and treatment concepts. 8.
RESPECT: Demonstrates respect for the intrinsic value of each person, their individual differences and culture. 9.
TRAVEL: Travels independently to various environments and transports client as needed (buildings with stairs, various communities, schools, etc.). 10.
COLLABORATION: Regularly collaborates with Masada Staff, clients, caregivers and supports, and other members of the clinical team. 11.
ETHICS: Is able to set and follow appropriate boundaries and uphold legal and ethical standards as they pertain to mental health services, maintaining professional partnerships. 12.
PROBLEM
SOLVING: Is able to solve problems independently with minimal supervisory direction. 13.
SKILLS: Demonstrates sound written and oral skills. 14.
DOCUMENTATION: Submits thorough documentation including initial assessment, progress notes and notations demonstrating frequent collaborations with treatment team members. 15.
PRODUCTIVITY: Completes timely documentation of all contacts with clients and maintains productivity standards set forth by the agency Tier System and internal policies. 16.
FIELD
STANDARDS: Able to meet and maintain field percentage standards set forth by the contract for services and internal policies. 17.
CRISIS: Ensures the safety of clients by providing direct crisis intervention and therapeutic guidance and participates in the 24-hour/day, 7-day/week on-call crisis response system; communicates critical issues to supervisor and team in a timely fashion. 18.
MEETINGS: Is prompt and participates in meetings, group supervision, case presentations, and in-service training and conferences as required and scheduled. 19.
CONFIDENTIALITY: Maintains strict confidentiality over all records and information related to clients. 20.
OTHER: Performs other duties as directed by supervisor.
Candidates must hold a valid California license (LCSW, MFT, PhD, PsyD) or be a registered Associate/Intern with a master's degree. A valid California Driver's License and experience in a comparable mental health setting are also required.
Market context
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.
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