Staff Therapist ECIH

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Early Childhood Mental Health program prioritizes services to children born – 8 years of age, but may also provide services to children and youth up to age 21, as needed. The Staff Therapist will maintain an active caseload of EPSDT clients and meet monthly productivity goals; attend weekly group and individual clinical supervision; participate in weekly training as assigned by his/her clinical supervisor or LFCS administration; and attend weekly Outpatient Mental Health staff meetings.  The Staff Therapist will work within all compliance standards; complete documentation in a timely manner per LFCS policy; and maintain strict confidentiality protocols. This role will uphold and champion the agency’s mission, vision, and values and contribute to a collaborative and inclusive work culture. The successful candidate will also: 

• Provide meaningful therapy – Offer individual, family, and group therapy for clients, fostering healing and resilience.
• Engage with the community – Lead psychoeducational workshops, participate in outreach events, and create safe spaces for those seeking support and connection.
• Deliver well-rounded mental health services, including:
  • Crisis intervention and immediate support
  • Screening, assessment, and diagnosis
  • Person-centered and family-centered treatment planning
  • Outpatient mental health and substance use counseling
  • Psychiatric rehabilitation services
  • Peer and caregiver support programs
  • Services provided directly or through strategic partnerships

• Collaborate for client success – Work closely with La Familia teams, key stakeholders, community organizations, county social workers, parents, and caregivers to ensure coordinated, effective care.
• Support holistic wellness – Partner with primary care providers as needed to ensure a well-rounded approach to mental health and overall well-being.
• Champion cultural responsiveness – Deliver high-quality, inclusive services that reflect the agency’s mission, vision, and values, creating a collaborative and supportive work environment. 

La Familia offers a recruitment bonus for any Behavioral Health or Substance Use Disorder programs and positions that require occupational licenses or certifications are eligible. This bonus is paid throughout your first year of continued employment.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities: 

• Makes psychological evaluations of assigned cases; determines appropriate diagnostic procedures and tests to be used; clinical interviews with clients and other interested persons to develop information pertinent to diagnosis and treatment.
• Provides psychotherapy in group, individual, and family settings; provides consultation to clinic staff members as necessary; interviews clients and families to gather social and psychiatric data; prepares mental health/environmental case histories for use in diagnosis; and participates in developing psychological treatment programs and case planning for clients.
• Meets with clients/families for regular therapeutic interviews; guides the client/family in understanding his/her illness and contributing personal, social, and economic factors; assists client/family in developing realistic plans; advises client/family on community resources; and makes referrals and other arrangements as necessary.
• Helps increase prosocial and social engagement for children while helping children negotiate their own emotions and behaviors and decrease mental health sympt