Licensed Therapist

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The Licensed Therapist provides clinically and culturally competent mental health services to youth and adults at the Southeast Asian Development Center. The Licensed Therapist conducts psych-assessments, prepares intervention and treatment plan, and provides short-term individual and group therapy.



This position the ability to proactively assess SEADC client mental health needs, and situations that require higher level of intervention. The candidate must have a deep understanding of behavioral services and/or health prevention services to improve Southeast Asian Americans health outcomes. They must have skill sets in evidence-based psychotherapy and behavioral change with experience in delivering person-centered care.

The Health & Wellness Department’s goal is to promote mental wellness and increase awareness of mental health access to San Francisco’s Southeast Asian communities. The department’s program implements culturally and linguistically appropriate services ensuring that mental health resources and support are accessible and relevant. The department conducts wellness promotion activities, provides counseling, individual and group therapeutic services in addition to psycho-educational workshops.

Responsibilities
Provides clinically & culturally competent short-term individual counseling on- and off-site to SEADC youth, families, adults, and older adults.
Provides clinically & culturally competent group counseling, support, and psychoeducational services on- and off-site to SEADC youth, families, adults, and older adults.
Conducts, screening, intakes & initial assessments of clients in culturally appropriate and sensitive manners that builds strong rapport.
Conduct mental health treatment plans to identify client needs and goals and engage in continuous clinical documentation towards goals.
Collect and document client and service information in a timely and accurate manner. Maintain client case files and records in organized fashion, in compliance with HIPAA regulations and funder requirements.
Ensure clients receive high quality services and follow all legal and ethical state and BBS guidelines.
Provide consultation and guidance to staff on client’s mental health needs.
Enters accurate client data and complete monthly reports in a timely manner.
Collaborates with Project Coordinator to case plan for referrals and services outside of client’s mental health needs.
Assist Executive Director and Director of Programs in building a strong behavioral health program and participate in overall goal achievement.
Attends monthly all staff meetings and one-on-one check-ins with supervisor.
Attends monthly funder meetings that include clinical team consultations and program check-ins.

Education

Master's degree in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Social Work from an accredited college or university.
Licensed as an LMFT/MFCC/LPCC/LCSW in California.

Experience

Experience working with children, youth, adults, older adults, and/or families from culturally diverse backgrounds and low-income neighborhoods.
Demonstrate experience and knowledge in short-term and preventative counseling, case management, and linkage for diverse communities.
Knowledge of trauma, chemical dependency, and dual diagnosis.
Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.
Clinical expertise to effectively assess, coordinate, implement, and evaluate all services required to meet the needs of the client.
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently.
Excellent interpersonal and time management skills.
Familiarity with privacy, health, and safety laws.
Attend external and internal events, trainings, and meetings

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• Promote mental wellness and increase awareness of mental health access to San Francisco’s Southeast Asian communities.
• Full time, 37.5 hours per week; Medical, dental, vision, and AD&D; 401k employer match; Commuter benefits; Paid holiday, vacation, and sick days.
• Master's degree in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Social Work from an accredited college or university.