Behavioral Health Therapist (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)

Starting salaries are set in accordance with our compensation plan, which considers multiple individual and organizational factors, including internal equity.
To uphold pay equity in alignment with the compensation plan, starting salary ranges are not negotiable.
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Our Mission To promote the well-being of the underserved by providing access to high-quality healthcare for all, regardless of ability to pay.
Our services, activities and governance reflect the Islamic values and moral principles which inspired our founders.
These include the core values which are universally shared and revered by society at large: Service, Compassion, Human Dignity, Social Justice, and Ethical Conduct.
Working at UMMA UMMA is looking for passionate and mission-driven Staff who look to make an impact on the lives of our patients and the members of our community.
These roles include Physicians and Medical Staff, Behavioral Health Staff, Administration, and more! For more information on the services we provide, Click Here Benefits and Compensation UMMA offers a competitive compensation and benefits package with comprehensive and cost-effective medical plans.
Benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement, loan repayment opportunities, 403(b) savings plan, employee discounts, extended lunch on Fridays, and more! Our compensation plan also includes Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (accruals begin on the first day of hire), Employee Recognition, and more!! SUMMARY Under the direction of the Director of Behavioral Health and Community Wellness, in partnership with the senior Licensed LCSW, and as a part of a multidisciplinary team the Behavioral Health Therapist (LCSW) will provide direct services including individual (including youth), couple, family and group therapeutic services to patients, including assessments, treatment plans and discharge planning.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES Addresses referrals from providers including referrals via warm hand-offs Participates and daily huddles to assess needs and coordinate services Maintains weekly scheduled appointments in our electronic records systems called eCW Provide therapeutic services to patients and their families Work in collaboration with multidisciplinary team members including external partners Completes required documentation and paperwork including biopsychosocial assessments and treatment planning and implementation in a timely manner Participate in our SBIRT program Demonstrates cultural competency and commitment to patients Demonstrates commitment to the philosophy of the agency Maintain case load of 15 to 20 patients weekly, and minimum of 5-10 patients a day Other duties as assigned SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY The incumbent in this position does not have supervisory responsibility.
However, he or she may be expected to provide leadership and instruction to volunteers and/or less experienced staff.
ENVIRONMENT The environment for this position is medical clinic that is clean and comfortable.
It may include some minor annoyances such as noise, odors, drafts, etc.
The incumbent is in a non-confined office-type setting in which he or she is free to move about at will.
In addition, the incumbent may travel via personal vehicle or public transportation throughout the community.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY In the course of performing this work, the incumbent: Will spend substantial time standing, sitting, speaking and listening Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds May travel via personal vehicle or public transportation to other facilities throughout Los Angeles Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
QUALIFICATIONS/POSITION REQUIREMENTS These specifications are general guidelines based on the minimum experience normally considered essential to the satisfactory performance of this job.
Individual abilities may result in some deviation from these guidelines.
Additional requirements include: 1) knowledge of electronic medical records; 2) knowledge of community and community resources; 3) ability to pass background check; 4) valid California State Driver’s License; 5) TB Clearance; 6) flexibility to work overtime, holidays and weekends; 7) local travel required.
Successful completion and acceptable results of post offer physical examination, drug screening, and criminal background check Requirements for vaccinations and preventative testing: Influenza, TB, Covid-19 EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE: To perform effectively in this position, the incumbent must have/be: Working knowledge of Clinic policies and procedures Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
Experience supervising unlicensed staff.
Knowledge and experience with evidence-based practices, including trauma informed care framework.
Knowledge and experience working with co-occurring populations (chronic health conditions, mental health and substance use) with emphasis on children and adolescents.
Strong clerical/administrative skills including personal computer skills (Microsoft Office software).
Ability to make routine decisions and determine proper action based on experience within the limits of policy and procedures.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse cultures, ages and economic backgrounds a cultural competent and sensitive manner.
EDUCATION: Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field from accredited university.
LCSW in good standing in State of California with minimum two years post-licensure EQUIPMENT & SOFTWARE OPERATION The incumbent in this position may operate any/all of the following equipment: Telephone, cell phone, fax Computer, printer and related equipment Copy machine Personal automobile Computer software may include any or all of the following: Microsoft Office Internet Explorer