Description

WHO WE ARE

Sierra Meadows Behavioral Health is hiring a Mental Health Therapist to support exciting growth in our organization. Our Mental Health Therapists play a vital role in delivering high quality mental health treatment to our community. We are looking for a therapist to join our team with strong clinical skills, who thrives in a fast-paced environment, and who wants to work with a diverse population of individuals who are experiencing moderate to severe mental illness.

At Sierra Meadows Behavioral Health, we envision a community where everyone has access to the mental health care they need and deserve. Sierra Meadows Behavioral Health is a locally owned and operated organization: our vision for this company began from our first-hand experiences, witnessing the tragic effects of a community with unmet behavioral health needs.

Founded in 2019, our companies have experienced steady and consistent growth in the Central Valley. As we continue to expand services with new ventures, locations, and levels of care, we are seeking strategic and dynamic individuals to join our team. At Sierra Meadows Behavioral Health we serve adults with moderate to severe mental illness. We have 12 mental health inpatient beds, 6 Detox/substance use disorder inpatient beds, a Partial Hospitalization Program, and an Intensive Outpatient Program.

This is a team-oriented environment, and all therapists are encouraged to collaborate, support, and assist one another to enable optimal functioning of the program as a whole. In addition to collaboration and support, as a company we value respect, transparency, humility, and authenticity, and look for those that embody these qualities.

For additional information, please visit us at: www.sierrameadowsbh.com

WE OFFER

• Engaging & rewarding work in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
• Full time position (M-F, 9am - 5pm) based at our Outpatient Office located in Visalia, CA
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k offerings
• Sick time, paid holidays, and two weeks PTO

CLINICIAN RESPONSIBILITIES

Each full time Clinician is expected to conduct an average of 23-25 clinical hours in a 40 hour work week, with the remaining time spent participating in case consultation, trainings, staff meetings, and upholding comprehensive documentation standards. This is a team oriented environment and all therapists are encouraged to collaborate, support, and assist one another to enable optimal functioning of the program as a whole.

• Conduct bio-psychosocial intake assessments to obtain history, determine appropriate level of care, and provide appropriate diagnosis utilizing DSM V. Obtain collateral information as needed.
• Manage a caseload between 9-13 individual clients and utilize evidence-based approaches to treat patients’ presenting issues on a short- to mid-term timeline.
• Complete a treatment plan and preliminary discharge plan for all patients, focusing on realistic goals and expectations within the parameters of the program.
• Facilitate 3-hour group therapy sessions within our IOP and PHP program, utilizing evidence-based approaches with group sizes ranging from 8-12 members.
• Participate in interdisciplinary staff meetings and case consultations on a weekly basis.
• Collaborate with patients' family members regarding treatment goals and discharge planning.
• Complete appropriate documentation in a timely manner, including progress notes, group notes, communication logs, treatment plan reviews, and insurance utilization reviews.
• Collaborate with case manager to ensure external needs are being met and provide appropriate referrals outside of the agency for any external needs.

Requirements

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Master’s or Doctoral Degree in counseling/psychology from an accredited graduate school
• Experience: Must have a minimum of 2 years in the field of mental health
• Skills: Documentation Skills, Analyzing Information, Decision Making, Research Skills, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, People Skills, Resolving Conflict, People Management, Integrity
• Certificates & Licenses: Valid Driver’s License; Registered associate with BBS
• Other Requirements conducted in-house: Negative TB test results within past year; medical clearance to work within past year; ability to pass pre-employment and random drug screenings; must have/able to obtain CPR/First AID certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Frequency: Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day) Standing, Walking, Sitting, Handling / Using Fingers
• Occasionally: Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day) Reach Outward, Reach Above Shoulder, Squat or Kneel, Bend or Twist
• Other Physical Demands: Ability to lift/carry 20-50 lbs, Ability to push/pull 20-50 lbs, Moderate frequency of computer keyboarding, Moderate frequency of viewing a computer monitor

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Keywords: LMFT, AMFT, LCSW, ACSW, LPCC, APCC, Postdoctoral Fellow, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Associate Clinical Social Worker, Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Psychologist,