Therapist II

Therapist II, Disaster Care (Olympic Suicide Prevention Counseling Center)

This is a hybrid position, and candidates are required to work onsite in Pacific Palisades 1-2 days per week.

The pay range for this position is between $71,494 - $82,219 annually.

$5,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.

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About Didi Hirsch

Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services has been a national leader in whole-person mental health, crisis care, and substance use services since 1942 and is home to the nation’s first Suicide Prevention Center. We are a nonprofit organization providing care to about 290,000 people annually across our programs.

Didi Hirsch has deep roots in community-based mental health and a commitment to providing culturally responsive services that are just and equitable. More than 1,000 dedicated employees and volunteers make Didi Hirsch’s work possible.

Summary

As a Therapist II, you will provide crisis intervention, conduct intake assessments, and deliver individual, family, and group psychotherapy to adults, children, and/or families with a history of mental illness and/or substance use issues. You will also coordinate support services to address clients' case management needs and provide integrated mental health, physical health, and substance use treatment that is culturally responsive to each client's needs.

Primary Duties

• Provides intake assessment, crisis intervention, short-term therapy and facilitates conflict resolution in office or field to children, adults, and families with a history of mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders.
• Independently performs intake assessments and formulates diagnoses and case conceptualization using a culturally competent approach.
• Demonstrates collaborative approach within a multidisciplinary team and external systems; interfaces and collaborates with clinic psychiatrist regarding assessment and intake.
• Demonstrates ability to utilize a whole person/integrated care approach in assessment, treatment planning and intervention.
• Demonstrates competency in managing crises with minimal guidance.
• Assesses treatment progress and adapts interventions as needed.
• Uses collaborative documentation during therapy sessions in accordance with Agency standards.
• Uses evidence based practice (EBP) to formulate an initial plan of treatment; assesses and monitors condition of client to evaluate treatment and adapts interventions as needed.
• Assists with client evaluations, clinical diagnoses and case disposition.
• Incorporates new technologies into treatment, including outcome measurements, to improve access, client engagement and effectiveness.
• Initiates psychiatric holds for clients presenting a danger to themselves or others and/or are gravely disabled, and in need of hospitalization.
• Provides some case management to include referral and linkages to internal and community support services, such as psychiatrists, primary medical care, housing, rehabilitation programs, drug/alcohol services and social activity groups.
• Monitors and maintains documentation of client services; ensures compliance with Agency, county, state and federal policies and procedures, standards and guidelines.
• Will carry a caseload of clients and meets Agency client service expectations as assigned.
• May be asked to provide after hours on call coverage and/or Officer of the Day duties.
• Attends and participates in Agency and program/team meetings, individual/group supervision, and related community Agency meetings as required/requested.
• Maintains regular communication with supervisors and responds to emails/voicemails in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates time management and organizational skills to meet Agency standards.
• Develops and maintains clinical skills through seminars, workshops, or other forms of continuing education/training related to individuals with a history of mental illness and/or substance use disorder.

Position Requirements

• Active licensure as a LPCC, LCSW, MFT, Psy. D, Ph. D (licensed) and two years’ experience working with individuals and families with a history of mental illness and/or substance use in a social service/mental health environment.
• Must be registered with BBS or Board of Psychology.
• Current knowledge of all job specific skills including crisis intervention and individual/family therapy, multicultural and socio-economic issues, and documentation standards.
• Advanced knowledge of therapeutic intervention, assessment and intake for adults, children and families with a history of mental illness and/or substance use.
• Depending on program/division, demonstrates advanced knowledge of Evidence Based Practices, Co-Occurring Disorders and/or the Recovery Model of treatment as required.
• Knowledge of Agency policies and procedures, HIPAA, policies and documentation guidelines, and county, state and federal regulations relating to service programs for adults, children, and families with a history of mental illness and/or substance use.
• Knowledgeable about and actively supports integrated mental health, physical health and substance use treatment for improving care for the whole person.
• Advocacy skills to include a holistic approach to integrated health care and case management.
• Skills to present ideas, information, and viewpoints clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Able to efficiently use the personal computer to include Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Record.
• Ability to utilize analysis, experience, and judgment to make effective business and therapeutic decisions
• Demonstrate commitment to team objectives and Didi Hirsch mission.
• Adapt to changing needs by acquiring new skills and knowledge.
• Ability to transport clients using personal or Agency vehicle and/or public transportation.
• Current California driver’s license, car insurance, and a driving record acceptable to the Agency’s insurance carrier.

Our Vision

A future where everyone has equitable access to care and is empowered to achieve optimal mental health and well-being.

Our Mission

Didi Hirsch provides compassionate mental health, substance use, and suicide prevention services to individuals and families, especially in communities where discrimination and injustice limit access.

Core Values

Excellence: We are constantly innovating, learning from the communities we serve, and applying the latest research to advance best practices. We uphold the highest ethical standards to ensure we are providing compassionate and excellent care.

Diversity & Inclusion: We value diversity of background, experience, and ideas.

We celebrate differences and prioritize creating a sense of belonging.

Equity: We are dedicated to promoting health equity in our communities, and we work to dismantle disparities and discrimination within both systems of care and society.

Well Being: We are devoted to the well-being of our staff, volunteers, and communities, and believe healthy teams lead to healthy clients.

Advocacy: We advocate across all levels of government and use our voice to reduce barriers to care with the goal of access to high quality, integrated healthcare for all.

Community Engagement: We build partnerships in the community and across sectors to create a more inclusive and responsive mental health ecosystem and enhance greater accessibility to care and support.