Residential Mental Health Therapist

We are seeking a full-time Clinician to join our team to work with youth who reside in our residential treatment facility by providing mental health services at our administration site in El Dorado Hills, California. Summitview is an accredited, private nonprofit organization licensed by the State of California and certified by the California Department of Education. The continuum of treatment includes a nonpublic school, an array of clinical services and residential settings. As an employer, Summitview offers competitive salaries, benefits and an open, inclusive workplace that supports employees' desire to grow and develop their careers. We hope that you consider joining our team as an opportunity to improve the lives of those who need it most.

STATEMENT OF THE JOB

Under the direct supervision of the Residential Clinical Manager, the Residential Therapist is responsible for providing therapeutic and case management services for youth and families on your caseload (serving high acuity youth with backgrounds of trauma).

RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilitate induvial and family therapy for all youth on your caseload of 6-7 clients. Engage in a multidisciplinary team including weekly case care coordination with internal team including residential and school staff, psychiatric services as well as any outside providers. Evaluate client's progress and treatment goals through monthly child and family team meetings while completing and updating necessary documentation. Communicate as the primary clinical point of contact with caregivers and outside providers and facilitate internal and external meetings during the course of treatment. Assist the Admissions Department with completion of assessments, plan development and risk assessment when needed. Complete appropriate documentation for youth in timely manner in EHR and complete a minimum of 20 hours of billable services each week. Follow CALAIM compliance as well as state and residential licensing entities including initial authorization assessments. Completes authorization packets for youth, on-going assessments, and discharge paperwork for assigned clients. Adheres to all policies and procedures including, but not limited to, HIPAA, PHI, Mandated Reporter Status & Procedures, Professional Relationships with Youth & Non-Minor Dependents, and all other Federal and State laws. Therapists are not required to be "on-call" 24/7 but instead participate in an on-call therapist rotation for crisis needs when they arise after hours. These are on-call duties that can be conducted from home after core business hours. Other reasonable tasks as assigned.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a valid, unrestricted California Driver's License; personal automobile liability insurance; and a driving record acceptable to Summitview's insurance carrier. Must be willing to present a recent negative Tuberculosis test or be willing to take one. Must be willing to complete and pass a Department of Justice (DOJ) personal background investigation to meet the requirements of our state licensing agency Community Care Licensing (CCL).

QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of a clinical program with a master's degree in a field of behavioral science from an accredited university. Training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and other Evidence Based Practices preferred. Clinical licensure or an Associate seeking licensure for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Marriage Family Therapist (MFT) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Registration with CA Board of Behavioral Health with an assigned license #. Two years' previous experience in a clinical position with youth preferred.

OTHER:

Employment is at-will. This is a full-time exempt position.

Pay:

$74,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible work schedule within the 40-hour work week M-F. Service animal on premises. In service training provided Competitive Vacation/sick time BBS supervision available PLSF and HRSA eligible student loan forgiveness programs for geographic location and non-profit status. Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability. Employee assistance program Flexible spending account or Health Savings Account 403B retirement plan

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$74,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have experience providing professional counseling to youth?

Education:

Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

Associate number through BBS or Fully Licensed (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

El Dorado Hills, CA 95762: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person