Positions available - Contracted Clinicians to Provide:

1) Parent coaching and therapy with Parents

2)Psychodynamically based Play Therapy with Children

3) Psychodynamic Therapy for Adolescents

3)CBT based Group therapy 

Candidates must be highly motivated to work hard towards providing excellent care. Must be open to learning new skills to supplement their own. Training in play therapy will be provided if needed. 

Bill Wilson Center is a nationally and regionally recognized leader for providing services to at-risk youth and families. Our agency -- from our executive team to our line staff -- is committed to improving the lives and conditions of the people we serve.  We provide direct services to more than 3,500 children, youth, young adults and families in Santa Clara County. BWC provides services that meet the cultural and linguistic needs of our whole community. We value our unique ethnic diversity as well as the LGBTQ community and non-able body community. Join us and become a difference maker at Bill Wilson Center!  Find out more at http://www.billwilsoncenter.org/bwc_jobs/

We have a wonderful opportunity for a Director of Counseling Services.  The Director of Counseling Services oversees intern training and also directs staff engaged in providing counseling services.  Responsible for supervision and management of all agency counseling services including the evaluation and quality of training and counseling services provided by staff and interns as well as contract goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

·       Coordinate with agency Training Manager for counseling services department training program for clinical staff and ensuring compliance with training requirements of contracts, grants and agency training policy

·       Coordinates counseling center with school and community services

·       Analyzes counseling and guidance procedures and techniques to improve quality of service

·       Addresses community groups and faculty members to interpret counseling services

·       Completes annual quality control report and other reports as required

·       Provides crisis and clinical consultation to all programs

·       Coordinate implementation of follow-up surveys and assess outcomes

• Provide co-therapy as appropriate to model supervision techniques

·       Review client files for quality control

·       Participates in appraising qualifications of candidates for agency counseling positions and eligibility of students for admission to intern program

• ·       Coordinates supervision of interns and staff in compliance with BBSE and Behavioral Health regulations
• ·       Markets and develops relationships with local universities to recruit interns (fairs, meeting with Professors, etc)
• ·       Manages contracts applicable to programs including outcome and output measures
• ·       Develop tracking system for service delivery hours of Interns parallel to BH productivity standards
• ·       Supervises quality and timeliness of BH treatment plans, narratives, MH assessments, CANS, progress notes and productivity of assigned staff and interns
• ·       Will coordinate and/or manage clinicians providing services to Medi-Cal clients
• ·       Develop and execute supervision plan in accordance with university standards

·       Provide day-to-day support for staff.  Meet with staff regularly to review accomplishments, needs, questions, etc.  Help staff grow in their positions.

·       Conduct initial 6-month reviews for new hires and annual performance reviews for staff

·       Approve financial requests for staff (i.e., mileage or reimbursement requests) and approve PTO requests

·       Disciplinary/Corrective actions for staff if needed.  Bring any serious performance concerns to the attention of Human Resources.

·      Ensure that site is neat and tidy and report all maintenance or safety issues to manger or Facilities Manager immediately.

·      Regular attendance is a requirement of the position.

·       Participate in agency Program Quality Improvement Activities and initiatives

·       Participate in agency Safety initiatives and proactively report safety issues to management immediately

·       Other duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree in Counseling or related field, Licensed MFT or LCSW & 5 years related field experience.  2 years post licensure with ability to provide clinical supervision (or ability to do so within 6 months of hire).  Experience working with culturally diverse families required.  Experience supervising staff required.  Bilingual communication skills highly desired and preferred.  Current CPR and First Aid Certification required (or complete within 30 days of hire). Valid California driver’s license with access to a personal vehicle with current insurance that can be used for company business.  Fingerprinting/background check as required by the Department of Justice and/or Title XXII regulations. TB test required. 

 

SALARY RANGE:

Depending on experience.  Benefits include employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability and Employee Assistance Program as well as access to Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care and Commuter Benefits, Voluntary Short Term Disability, Supplemental Life Insurance, Voluntary Accident Insurance and Retirement Plan with discretionary Employer Contribution.  We also have a generous Personal Time Off (PTO) Plan and Paid Holidays.  In addition, we offer extensive training, mileage reimbursement, cell phone stipend, staff Wellness Program/Activities and much more!

 

For consideration, please submit cover letter and resume to and be sure to reference the position name in the subject line and/or cover letter: 

BILL WILSON CENTER

ATTN: Resumes

FAX: (408) 244-4022

Email:  resumes@billwilsoncenter.org

 

EEO

Bill Wilson Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.  It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities.  The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.  Because of a need to remain responsive to the needs of our clients and our Agency’s operations, responsibilities may be modified at any time.

The City of Fremont is looking for a Part-Time Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team in the Human Services Department. This position requires a clinical counselor who has specialized work experience and skills in quality control of behavioral health records and State MediCal documentation standards.  The position is based out of Youth and Family Services Division counseling offices at the Family Resource Center. The  Quality Assurance Specialist provides hands-on coordination of all quality assurance activities of the mental/behavioral health programs of Fremont’s Youth and Family Services Division. The position is 32 hours/week. Compensation: $33.64 - $40.89/hour, plus an attractive pro-rated benefits package for part-time regular employees.

The first review of applications is 5:00 pm on August 22, 2017. Applications received before this date will be considered, and the position may close without notice.  Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Recruitment is open until filled.

To view the job announcement and apply for this outstanding employment opportunity, please visit our website at www.fremont.gov/cityjobs.

Thrive Family Therapy is looking for a licensed therapist to join our team. The position is part time, with room to grow. This position has the opportunity to provide therapy services to an array of clientele including individual children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. The position requires applicant the ability to work individually, while having the support of the team. Applicant will have the opportunity to be part of TFT’s energetic professional team, while building and maintaining an individual caseload. 

Thrive Family Therapy is a growing private practice business with the vision of growing into a useful therapy service to the community of Saratoga and surrounding areas. Thrive has the ability to see a wide range of people in need of therapeutic services; including adults, children, adolescents, couples, families, and parents. Thrive encourages its therapists to incorporate creative and successful strategies to address client issues effectively.   

If interested or for more information please visit our website at
http://www.thrivefamilytherapy.org/employment.html

Licensed MFT, LCSW or LPCC needed for Clinical Supervisor full time position in a Residential Treatment Program for men with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders located in San Jose, CA. A Master’s Degree and 4 years of clinical experience working in a Behavioral Health care setting, plus Quality Assurance experience. Residential experience is a plus. Must have completed BBS approved course work for clinical supervision for supervising staff and/or interns. Ability to work with clients of different ethnic and social backgrounds required. Candidates must be detail oriented with strong verbal and written skills. Computer skills are required, specifically the ability to enter data and access information in Electronic Health Records. Drug Medi-Cal or Medi-Cal (Title 22) experience is a plus. Candidates with Bi-lingual skills encouraged to apply. Applicant must have valid CDL. Non-smoker preferred.

Compensation - $70k per year
Excellent benefits that include full medical, dental, retirement plan, plus 2 weeks vacation after first year 4 weeks per year thereafter.

Send resume to:
Tina Sentner
Horizon South
650 S. Bascom Avenue
San Jose, CA 95128
FAX 408-295-8544
or e-mail hsojobs@hsimail.org
www.horizonservices.org

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Palo Alto Therapy is Hiring!

Palo Alto Therapy (now in San Jose and Palo Alto) is a growing, high-end counseling center that is dedicated to providing quality mental & behavioral health services to those who are struggling with anxiety and depression problems. We also focus on providing excellent support and training to our therapists. We specialize in helping our clients (children through adults) overcome panic, social anxiety, worry, OCD, depression, among many other emotional difficulties, using evidence based therapy, with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Licensed therapist (LCSW, LMFT, PhD, PsyD) needed, part-time or full time (2 evenings a week and a full day-Saturdays required). Your time will be mostly in San Jose with one meeting a week in our Palo Alto office.

Our Ideal Applicant...

Experience (or strong motivation to learn) providing evidenced based and cognitive behavioral psychotherapy/counseling to children/teens/parents/couples and adults with anxiety and depression problems and a solid understanding of these methods.

Willingness & motivation to stay on top of the latest research and evidence based methods through regular training.

Would like to develop a career with Palo Alto Therapy and who is passionate about providing exceptional therapy to high functioning clients in a supportive, kind, and honest manner.

Great Opportunity with Palo Alto Therapy...

• Excellent, motivated, and friendly clients
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• Supportive, multidisciplinary, high achieving, fun, and professional team of therapists
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• Independent working environment with limited meetings and business duties
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• Amazing support staff
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• Make positive changes and develop various programs of interest
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• Regular consultation, training, and support with certified cognitive therapist and founder of Palo Alto Therapy

And we've created an environment where the lion's share of your time is spent doing exactly what you love. . . THERAPY!

Compensation ranges from $50-$95 an hour depending on experience and training.

Next Steps...

Interested applicants please submit a cover letter, resume, and your answers to the following questions to Ernest Schmidt at Palo Alto Therapy by replying to this post or through our website, or at info@paloaltotherapy.com.

Supplemental Questions (Required):

1. Explain what draws you to using CBT or other evidence based methods?
   
2. What training do you have in CBT? Specific books you have read? If somewhat limited, describe your motivation/willingness to pursue this.
   
3. Describe how you would work with someone with panic attacks, social anxiety or OCD (you choose and specify which disorder) and your experience helping clients in this area, if you have limited experience in this area, please discuss your approach with clients who have depression or anxiety problems.
   
4. What interests you in working with Palo Alto Therapy? What are your career goals?
   
5. What age groups do you have experience working with and would like to work with if hired?
   
6. What days and hours are you available to work?
   
7. What are your hourly salary requirements? You must specify a dollar amount or an hourly range to be considered.

Depending on the interest and amount of applications, not everyone will receive a response.

For further details about Palo Alto Therapy visit our website at www.PaloAltoTherapy.com.
http://www.paloaltotherapy.com/employment/

Mental Health Clinician - CONTRACT *** STATEWIDE***

Responsible for completion of clinical evaluations of individuals referred by acute care or nursing facilities for a Level 2 pre-admission screening or resident review. These are individuals with a suspected or confirmed mental illness and who are seeking admission to a Medicaid certified nursing facility, or who are currently residing in a nursing facility whose physical and/or mental functioning has significantly changed. Communicates with service providers, reviews available medical records, consults with family or other collateral sources, and interviews the patient.  Uses a web based application to conduct an assessment and provide recommendations for a plan of care.

• LCSW, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, NP, or other qualified LMHP approved by CADHCS
• 3+ years’ experience in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning of individuals with mental / psychiatric disorders,  including complex differential diagnoses that are related to substance use, medical conditions, cognitive issues, and dementia.
• Experience with geriatric population is preferred 
• Knowledge of:
•     Federal Regulation 42 CFR, Chapter 483
•     Psychiatric disorders as defined by the most current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual in use in California.
•     Standards of practice related to determination of Level of Care.
•     Standards of practice related to mental health, geriatric/other disorders typically requiring LTC placement
•     Public sector services and supports
•     Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
•    This position requires travel to various facilities to conduct evaluations.  A valid, unrestricted CA driver’s license and proof of car insurance is required 

Email resume to sclay@kepro.com for consideration.