Clinician
Company: HomeFirst Services
Location: Milpitas
Posted on: January 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Position: Clinician/Therapist- ASW, LCSW, AFMT, LMFT, APCC, LPCC
Location: Boccardo Reception Center (BRC) Employment Type: Regular
Full Time, Exempt Compensation: $75,000- $80,000 depending on
experience Program Summary: Our clinicians provide clinical
leadership in areas of comprehensive assessments, case conferences,
treatment plans, and strategic interventions to ensure quality
service delivery for clients and participants across all of
HomeFirst's programs. Our clinicians use the Housing First and Harm
Reduction principles to guide their services. These programs
include: Emergency Housing (shelter programs in San Jose and
Sunnyvale) Outpatient permanent supportive housing and rapid
rehousing Outreach to homeless encampments Interim and bridge
housing Responsibilities: D irect Services (70%) Maintain a
caseload of persistently homeless or recently housed individuals by
providing individual and group therapeutic interventions Utilize
supervision appropriately, maintain open lines of communication,
and provide updates on participants' treatment and well-being
Independently complete thorough psychosocial assessments for
program participants to determine needs Work with program
participants to independently develop and implement an individual
action plan and provide support to help them achieve their goals
Meet regularly with program participants at a frequency determined
by their needs Provide assessment and intervention in response to
client crises, including necessary follow-up and using appropriate
consultation; provide coverage in emergency situations. Conduct
ongoing re-assessments of the clients' needs and self-sufficiency
Documentation (20%) Provide accurate DSM 5 diagnoses, as needed
Maintain thorough, accurate records of client activity and
interaction with every program participant, as required by grant
contracts. Document services via progress notes within 3 business
days Keep accurate documentation on all clients and ensure
audit-ready chart compliance General (10%) Participate in ongoing
analysis of and program alignment with industry best practices
Provide leadership, coaching, and training on mental health-related
topics for program /agency staff Know and implement agency and
program policies and procedures Properly report any suspected cases
of abuse Maintain professional relations and conduct Attend all
meetings relevant to this position, including team meetings, agency
training, and off-site training Assist with office-related tasks as
needed Assist with other duties assigned Minimum Qualifications: A
Master's Degree in Social Work or Counseling required Current
registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Marriage &
Family Therapist (AMFT, LMFT), Professional Counselor (LPCC, APCC),
or Clinical Social Worker (ASW, LCSW), required Skills, Abilities,
and Knowledge: Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge Understanding of
issues facing the unhoused and formerly unhoused populations
recommended Understanding of and ability to apply multi-modal
Evidence-Based Practice approaches and perspectives to therapeutic
interventions Strong understanding of PTSD, mental health symptoms,
DSM 5 diagnoses Knowledgeable of Trauma-Informed Care, CBT, and
other evidence-based practices Characteristics Demonstrated ability
to quickly build trust and rapport in interpersonal relationships
Demonstrated ability to independently develop and maintain
priorities and meet established deadlines High level of flexibility
and ability to prioritize independently Exceptional organizational
skills. Strong sense of accountability. Ability to present oneself
and the agency professionally to internal and external audiences.
Ability to independently work as a member of a team and can set and
meet individual goals. Comfort in working with people of diverse
socio-economic backgrounds. Enjoy providing hands-on instruction on
life skills Other: Able to perform sedentary work; Able to lift up
to 30 lbs. on occasion; Ability to use keyboard and read computer
screens for extended periods; Able to stand/sit for extended
periods, kneel, reach and bend related to the completion of duties;
About HomeFirst Services: Established in 1980, with 40+ years of
experience, we are the premier Silicon Valley provider of
homelessness services. We believe that everyone has the potential
to get housed and stay housed. We relentlessly focus on eliminating
barriers to housing and creating stability for everyone we serve.
HomeFirst Services serves more than 6,000 adults, veterans,
families, and young adults each year at multiple locations from
Gilroy to Menlo Park - all of Santa Clara County as well as
southern San Mateo County. Services include: Homelessness
prevention Emergency and cold-weather shelters Comprehensive
Veterans' Services Rapid Rehousing programs Bridge Housing
Communities Emergency Interim Housing Affordable permanent housing
Permanent Supportive housing Street-based outreach Benefits of
joining the HomeFirst team: Professional growth opportunities
within the organization 100% medical coverage for employees with an
opportunity to add dependents at a shared cost 401k match up to 4%
12 observed Holidays Generous PTO accrual begins with 120 hours
annually and increases with tenure 4 hours of Community Engagement
are provided annually Access to our Emergency Assistance Program
(EAP) services Pet Insurance options are available HomeFirst
Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action
employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without
regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran
status, or any other status protected by law. We also consider
qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with
applicable federal, state, and local law. Additionally, HomeFirst
Services participates in the E-Verify program, as required by law.
HomeFirst Services is committed to providing reasonable
accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and
disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need
assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please let your
recruiter know. Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $75,000 -
$80,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: No
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