A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION PROVIDING MENTAL HEALTH SOLUTIONS
Provide screening, assessment, and treatment intervention utilizing the PIER model, an evidence based program (EBP) treating youth and young adults ages 12-25 who are exhibiting early high-risk clinical signs of psychosis. Provide Multifamily Groups and participate as part of the multidisciplinary PIER treatment team with each client and family.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide screening, assessment, individual, family, and collateral therapy services with clients referred to the PIER Program who are exhibiting early high-risk clinical signs of psychosis. Also will provide Multifamily Groups as part of the PIER EBP model of treatment.
Consult and coordinate with PIER treatment team, including the Nurse Practitioners and/or Psychiatrists, in case planning, case disposition, linkage to other needed community services and resources, and in discharge planning.
Responsible for meeting the required Productivity expectation on an ongoing and consistent basis. Responsible for Chart Documentation including assessments, log sheets, progress notes, and all additional documentation as required.
Ensure chart documentation is completed and submitted within required timelines; specifically, Progress Notes are completed utilizing the Collaborative Documentation model during sessions and then submitted after sessions or within 48 hours.
Provide Case Management and Linkage in coordination with the treatment team to assist with overall family functioning. Provide and assist with Crisis Intervention as needed. Participates in weekly PIER Program Staff Meetings. Participate in weekly Individual and Group Supervision. Provide services within the community in homes and other field-based locations as appropriate with each client/family.
Provide Community Outreach Services (COS) and Engagement activities in the community to provide information on the PIER Program and train on the identification of early high-risk clinical signs of psychosis and how to refer to the program for screening and assessment.
Job Requirements:
Minimum two (2) years’ experience providing mental health (or similar) services to youth and young adults with experience screening for psychosis.
Must have a valid California Driver License in good standing and personal, valid car insurance. Must have personal, reliable transportation to conduct in-home visits. Must pass Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
Bilingual Spanish-speaking is highly preferred. Cultural sensitivity. Maturity, flexibility, leadership qualities, professionalism, and strong clinical skills are required.
We offer:
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Experience working with a diverse client population
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A team-oriented work environment
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Training opportunities
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Excellent compensation and benefits
MA degree from an approved graduate school or program; MFTI or ACSW; Experience working with children in a behavioral health setting; Valid CA Driver License and insurable by the Center’s automobile