What are the responsibilities and job description for the LMFT and LCSW position at Foothills Psychological Services?
FOOTHILLS PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES is an outpatient private mental health group practice comprised of Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners and Therapists who are dedicated to helping patients make positive changes in their lives. At FPS, the clinician and patient relationship is a high priority and is a big part of our culture. We provide comprehensive, collaborative, and compassionate care for all. We offer flexible schedules and empower our clinicians to determine the best course of treatment for each individual patient (whether it be psychotherapy, medication management or both).
FPS is seeking a full or part time position for a California licensed MFT, Licensed Psychologist, and/or Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Preferred experience in working with children of varying ages as well as adults and elders. Clinician must have the ability to manage their schedule (along with assistance from a front office assistant), provide comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, risk assessment, clinical interventions, case management, and coordination of therapeutic activities within therapy sessions for youth, adults and families.
Therapists are responsible for completing a thorough initial evaluation of a patient lasting approximately 45-60 minutes, completing a thorough notes on the session(s) and any other documentation that is needed. Frequency of follow-up sessions are determined by you and the patient.
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
- Completes assessments and evaluations that are culturally relevant and appropriate to youth, adults and family strengths and needs, including identification of target behaviors and the function of those target behaviors.
- Independently develops effective treatment plans with clear and measurable intervention strategies, which are tailored to child, adult and family strengths, needs and cultural preferences.
- Records and collects clinical information in ways that promote and reflect individual and family input while maintaining accountability to risks and threats associated with presenting problems.
- Providing individual and family therapy, behavior modification plans, treating psychological disorders, and assisting individuals and families to achieve more effective personal and interpersonal adjustment.
- Facilitates the development and refinement of effective behavior and risk specific reactive and proactive safety plans.
- Monitors effectiveness and efficiency of interventions with youth, adults and families.
- Demonstrates proficient skills and abilities regarding conflict management and mediation.
- Manages time and prioritizes tasks to ensure that deadlines are met with regards to documentation.
- Performing other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Clinicians must have a current, valid license to practice in the State of California and valid malpractice insurance
- Must be detail-oriented, provide quality patient care and be precision-focused. We look for team-oriented individuals to join our FPS team seamlessly and work well with front office staff and fellow clinicians. Must have a desire to help the community and provide a high level of patient care.
Preferred Specialties
Adult, child and adolescence therapy
Therapy for seniors and disabled individuals provided on-site in skilled nursing facilities.
Family, Couples and Individual therapy
Experience treating a wide range of issues including (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, loss or grief, anger management, abuse, etc. Any other specialized areas of expertise are welcome.
Bilingual is preferred but not required
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $26.00 - $70.00 per hour
Education:
- Master's (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Clinical Social Worker (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: One location