Therapist

If you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference in your community and shape brighter futures, Help Group is the organization for you! We're one of the largest nonprofits of our kind in the U.S., offering diverse programs for individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, developmental delays, abuse, mental health and social-emotional challenges. Since our founding in 1975, we've grown significantly, expanding our reach to meet the evolving needs of our community. Today, we offer unparalleled academic programs, mental health support, therapy, life coaching, vocational training, specialized social and residential programs, and resources for LGBTQ youth and families. These initiatives touch the lives of over 6,000 clients a year and continue to expand in reach and impact. At the heart of The Help Group's mission is a steadfast commitment to empowering individuals to reach their full potential and live positive, productive, and fulfilling lives. We invite passionate professionals to join us in supporting the development of our students, clients, and residents as we grow! Here, you'll find not just a job, but an opportunity to grow your career in a deeply rewarding environment!

Position Details:

• Full-Time
• Locations: Van Nuys 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Master’s degree in psychology, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, Social Work and must be licensed, licensed eligible and/or registered with the BBS as an intern.  
• Two years clinical experience with children and families, preferably ages 2 -5 for DTI and 5-12 for DR.
• Minimum one year experience working with multiple-issue families (e.g. unemployment, poverty, domestic violence, substance abuse, homelessness), and one year experience working within school, day rehabilitation, day treatment, psychiatric hospital, or residential treatment setting preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish speaking desired.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide individual, group, milieu and family treatment (home based family treatment may be required). 
• Routine and frequent collateral work with parents, psychiatrist, teachers, assistants, speech and occupational therapists, caseworkers, and others as needed. 
• Provide therapeutic support to the milieu, as well as clinical guidance to milieu staff. 
• Attend, participate, and/or lead monthly, evening parent trainings, meetings, and/or multifamily groups. 
• Provide case management services, which may include interacting with Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), school officials, law enforcement, and others as needed.   
• Provide 24 -hour availability and crisis intervention to assigned clients on an as needed basis.  
• Participate in scheduled staff, agency wide, utilization review, and other meetings and trainings as assigned.
• Maintain client information in a confidential manner. 
• Maintain client charts in a responsible manner and meet all paperwork and deadline requirements. 
• Comply with the agency guidelines, policies and procedures.  
• Comply with applicable professional licensing or certification requirements and critical standards.
• Provide emergency back up as a van driver or monitor to transport clients to and from program.
• Arrange work schedule or required hours to the benefit of the Agency, program, and clients with the approval of the Program Director.  

Benefits

Help Group offers wonderful training opportunities, a supportive, professional work environment, and great benefits, including:   

• Sign On Bonus:
  • $5,000 – BBS registered Therapist
• We count EBP Certificate towards overall salary 
• Opportunity to earn productivity bonuses  
• Insurance plans for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance - options for 100% employer sponsored plans
• 403b Retirement Plan    
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Flexible Spending Account    
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Benefit Hub - Employee Rewards and Incentives
• Pet Insurance