Job Title:

Therapist Intern

Reports To:

Clinical Director

Department:

Clinical

Supervises:

None

Salary:

Hourly

Summary

The primary responsibilities of the Therapist Intern will include conducting individual and group therapy sessions, clinical evaluations, treatment planning, crisis intervention, caseload management, and clinical supervision conducted by the Clinical Director.

Minimum Qualifications

· A Master’s degree from an accredited professional school in Marriage Family Therapy or Social Work required.

· MFT Intern number provided by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). Maintains current First Aid and CPR training, valid California Driver’s license and provides copies of all current certifications to the Facility.

· At least 1 year of experience in the field

· Competent in individual, family, didactic and group therapy modalities. Assumes responsibility for own personal and professional growth. Keeps current via professional literature and stays up-to-date with professional techniques, theories and procedures. Observes the Facility personnel requirements contained in the policy and procedure manual.

Competencies

· Maintain a high level of professional practice and promote positive individual relations.

· Be flexible in scheduling in order to meet individual needs.

· Thorough knowledge of the principles and current practices in the field of psychotherapy.

· Skill in interviewing and performing clinical assessments/screenings and person-centered treatment planning.

· Skill in effectively conducting individual, group and family therapy with various age groups.

· Ability to maintain appropriate clinical records.

· Knowledge and practice of ethical principles.

· Ability to present ideas with a high degree of effectiveness, both verbally and written.

· Ability to establish rapport and confidence with consumers and their families and with colleagues.

· Ability to use the computer for scheduling, billing, and clinical documentation

Duties and Responsibilities

· Provides evidenced based interventions based on individual response to treatment.

· Assess individual’s needs, abilities and behavior using a variety of methods including interviews and direct observation.

· Works collaboratively with the individual and the clinical team to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that addresses priority needs of the individual, desired treatment outcomes, an agreed upon plan of action, and reassessment.

· Maintains individual records related to screening, intake, treatment, continuing care, progress toward goals and objectives, discharge summary, and treatment outcomes that are accurate, concise, timely, and useful for coordinating treatment team planning, monitoring, and review.

· Provides evidenced based interventions based on individual response to treatment.

· Conducts individual and/or family psychotherapy according to treatment plan of care.

· Participates in treatment team meetings and makes recommendations as appropriate.

· Develops and maintains good rapport with individual, family, clinical staff, other departments, and visitors as well as outside referral sources and physicians.

· Maintains the highest level of professionalism and is customer service focused at all times.

· Actively works to build individual case load.

· Serves as a resource to outpatient center and makes referrals to outside agencies when appropriate.

· Displays concern and initiative. Is resourceful and calm in emergencies.

· Seeks guidance and remains knowledgeable of, and complies with, all applicable federal and state laws, as well as company policies that apply to assigned duties.

· Complies with company expectations regarding ethical behavior and standards of conduct.

· Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $22.00 to $24.00 /hour

Experience:

• Direct Clinical Experience (Substance Abuse Population): 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

• Master’s (Required)

License:

• LMFT/LCSW (Required)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Typical start time:

• 8AM

Typical end time:

• 4PM

Pay Frequency:

• Bi weekly or Twice monthly

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday