Pathways by Molina, previously Providence Human Services, is one of the largest national providers of accessible, outcome-based behavioral and mental health services. At Pathways, we deliver exceptional value by creating healthier communities through the work of exceptional people. Our more than 7,000 employees provide the highest-quality home- and community-based human services in 23 U.S. states and the District of Columbia.

Pathways by Molina is committed to creating the best possible work environment for our team members and offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSAs, vacation, sick, basic and optional life insurance, EAP, 401k (4% match for the 1 st 4% contribution with immediate vesting) and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Reporting directly to the Regional Director, the therapist is responsible for providing clinical interventions with individuals, groups, and/or families. These interventions may be completed in foster homes, family homes, in other community settings/agencies, or in an office environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Provide clinical interventions to clients in foster care or in the community.
• Facilitate and maintain effective written and verbal communication with the referring case manager.
• Caseload will be assigned by the Regional Director.
• Therapists are expected to complete progress notes for each session.
• Initiate contact with client to commence engagement, assessment, goal setting and provision of services.
• Creates and maintains client files (this can vary with contract therapists, and they will be given direction regarding this by the Clinical Supervisor); directly responsible for PARS, monitoring paperwork and ensuring report requirements are consistently met. Responsible for writing service plans, quarterly reports, and discharge summaries.
• Communicate verbally and in written form all information regarding potential risk to clients to the case manager, social worker/legal guardian, parole officer.
• Participate in monthly clinical staffing with the Regional, Clinical, and Medical Director.
• Participate in team meetings as needed to ensure quality care.
• Participates in a quality assurance program for the purpose of evaluating services and outcomes.
• Therapist will learn to comprehend and diagnose with the DSM V.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Therapists must be licensed with an MFT or LCSW (or be an Intern in either) in the State of California.
• A valid California driver’s license and access to personal automobile with required insurance coverage is required.
• Must be able to complete a criminal justice and a child abuse registry check as required by state rules.
• Must work independently.
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize, sort and organize; perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrate strong written, verbal and analytical skills.