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Outpatient Therapist- AMFT/ ACSW/ APCC

Discovery Family Services
place Lancaster, 93586
local_atm $30 - $35 an hour
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Part Time
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English, Spanish
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
ECT
Couples
Families
Individuals
Teletherapy/Virtual

About Job

Are you a compassionate and driven clinician looking to make a meaningful impact on your clients? Join our team as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Master of Social Work (MSW), or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor and help us provide vital mental health support to a diverse population, including individuals, families, couples, Veterans, and parents involved with Child Protective Services.

Requirements- The candidate must meet the following criteria:

  • Have a minimum of a Master's degree in clinical psychology, counseling, marriage & family therapy, or social work, or closely related field.
  • Have an active California BBS registration to practice as an Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, Associate Clinical Social Worker, or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor and be on their first BBS registration number.
  • BBS registration must not be restricted or have past suspensions or revocations from the Board of Behavioral Sciences.
  • Must enjoy being part of a supportive team and professional work culture.
  • Be willing to work with clients from diverse backgrounds, work with individuals, teens, couples, veterans, parents involved with child protective services, and practice strong cultural competency and sensitivity to the unique needs of diverse client populations.
  • Meet with clients in person and virtually.

Work Experience- The candidate must have at least 1 year of experience in; mental health, evidenced based practices, different therapeutic modalities, case management, crisis management, conflict resolution, diagnosing, and knowledge of the DSM-V.

Skills- The prospective clinician/therapist must be preferably bi-lingual in English and Spanish, have mental health assessment experience, pays attention to detail, and have strong writing skills. The candidate must also be able to use technology to carry out duties. (Training will be provided for health record/ telehealth software).

Responsibilities- The clinician will provide counseling and psychotherapy treatment services to diverse populations 1-2 days in office and the remaining days work from home. Furthermore, the candidate will maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with regulatory standards. Complete the required paperwork (progress notes, bio-psychosocial assessments, Mental Status Exam, diagnosis, treatment plans, and discharge summaries) within 48 hours. The prospective clinician will also be required to participate in weekly clinical supervision.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package.

Ongoing professional development and supervision.

Opportunity to work with a diverse and dynamic client base.

Flexible work schedule.

We provide you the clients.

You can bring on board your own acquired clients for additional pay.

Additional pay for crisis sessions.

Supportive work environment.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 18 – 24 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible schedule
  • Professional development assistance

Ability to Commute:

  • Lancaster, CA 93534 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lancaster, CA 93534

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Age Groups

Adolescents/Teenagers (14-19)

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Modalities

Couples
Families
Individuals
Teletherapy/Virtual

Practice Specifics

Populations

Victims of Crime/Abuse (VOC/VOA)
Racial Justice Allied

Settings

Milieu
Partial Hospitalization (PHP)
Telehealth/Telemedicine
Home Health/In-home
Military