Community Therapist - Rancho Cucamonga at Masada Community Mental Health Services

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. A Therapist works designated shifts under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor.

DUTIES:

• ACCEPTANCE OF CASES: Has a willingness to accept a variety of cases.
• ASSESSMENTS: Independently performs intake assessments and formulates
  
  

diagnoses and case conceptualization using a culturally competent approach.

• OUTCOMES: Regularly identify and complete data outcome elements in a
  
  

timely manner.

• STRENGTH BASED: Is capable of accurately identifying and building on the
  
  

strengths of clients to better reach their potential.

• THERAPY: Provide individual, family, and group therapy using evidence base
  
  

psychotherapy interventions, and case management as needed.

• REFERRALS: Demonstrates a sound knowledge of resources and ability to
  
  

make appropriate referrals.

• CLINICAL THEORY: Demonstrates a good understanding and use of clinical
  
  

theory, interventions, and treatment concepts.

• DOCUMENTATION: Submits thorough documentation including initial
  
  

assessment, progress notes and notations demonstrating frequent

collaborations with treatment team members.

• PRODUCTIVITY: Completes timely documentation of all contacts with clients
  
  

and maintains productivity standards set forth by the agency Tier System and

internal policies.

• RESPECT: Demonstrates respect for the intrinsic value of each person, their
  
  

individual differences and culture.

• TRAVEL: Travels independently to various environments as needed (buildings
  
  

with stairs, various communities, schools, etc.).

• COLLABORATION: Regularly collaborates with Masada Staff, clients,
  
  

caregivers and supports, and other members of the clinical team.

• 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.

• PROBLEM SOLVING: Is able to solve problems independently with minimal
  
  

supervisory direction.

• SKILLS: Demonstrates sound written and oral skills.
• CRISIS: Ensures the safety of clients by providing direct crisis intervention and
  
  

therapeutic guidance. Communicates critical issues to supervisor and team in

a timely fashion.

• MEETINGS: Is prompt and participates in meetings, group supervision, case
  
  

presentations, and in-service training and conferences as required and

scheduled.

• TRAINING: Must complete training in Evidence Based Practices as available
  
  

and receive a certificate within one year of completion of training.

• CONFIDENTIALITY: Maintains strict confidentiality over all records and
  
  

information related to clients.

• OTHER: Performs other duties as directed by supervisor.