Clinical Therapist I - AARS Project ADAPT

HealthRIGHT 360 gives hope, builds health, and changes lives for people in need by providing comprehensive, integrated, compassionate care that includes primary medical care, mental health services, and substance use disorder treatment.

This is a union-eligible position.

The required shift for this position is: Monday - Friday: 9am to 5:30pm

JOB SUMMARY

HealthRIGHT 360, a nonprofit organization and a family of programs, is committed to providing accessible and comprehensive healthcare services to vulnerable populations. Our mission is to tackle systemic barriers to healthcare and promote health equity for all. We offer a wide range of services, including mental health care, residential and outpatient substance use treatment, and primary health services. Additionally, we provide transitional support for individuals re-entering the community after involvement in the criminal justice system. By integrating physical and behavioral health, we empower individuals to overcome challenges by addressing social determinants of health, fostering resilience, and facilitating recovery.

Project ADAPT is an adult outpatient program that provides culturally competent substance use and mental health services in English and Chinese. Our program offers a strengths-based, trauma-informed, harm reduction approach. Services include individual, group and case management services as well as acupuncture and access to free cultural/recreational events. We also have free community lunches and encourage developing supportive relationships and community. Our goals are to provide a safe and respectful counseling space for people from all walks of life and to reduce the impact of substance use and mental health conditions that lead to healthy, meaningful lives.

The Clinical Therapist I works collaboratively with the Clinical Supervisor and Program Director, Asian American Recovery Services (AARS) Outreach and Prevention Department, HealthRIGHT 360 Intake Department as well as other Community Providers and Resources to assess and connect clients to the level of treatment that is appropriate for them. Clinical Therapist I will conduct substance use disorder (SUD) intakes and mental health (MH) screenings and complete Level of Care Assessments for clients seeking placement to Project ADAPT or other HealthRIGHT 360 outpatient programs. Clinical Therapist I will also manage a small caseload of individual SUD and MH therapy clients and facilitate Group Sessions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide SUD intake or mental health assessments and evaluations.
• Provide integrated individual and group alcohol and drug counseling, and mental health therapy.
• Provide culturally competent services using harm reduction and trauma-informed principles.
• Facilitate groups using evidence-based strategies on a variety of core curriculum such as CBT, Seeking Safety, DBT, and Relapse Prevention.
• Identify treatment needs, recommend treatment plans based on assessment, and ensure clients can meet all requirements.
• Manage a small SUD and MH caseload.
• Maintain productivity target of 24 hours of billable services per week.
• Serve as the point of contract and coordinate referrals and follow-up with other agencies.
• Handle crisis interventions and assess situations for further needs.
• Conduct level of care assessments and ensure clients are assessed to the appropriate level of care.
• Complete assigned Drug Medi-Cal, mental health documentation and billing.
• Provide diagnostic feedback and assessment information to the Clinical Team once clients are placed.
• Monitor reports daily to prevent and to clear up any compliance errors in client charts.
• Maintain client records in accordance with governing standards and regulations of the agency and program requirements.
• Coordinate intake planning and warm handoff with client's counselor and assist with answering any of the client's questions about engaging in treatment.
• Coordinate discharge planning of clients with their counselor.
• Provide consultation to staff regarding symptom management, mental health conditions, and crisis intervention strategies.
• Document all delivered individual and group services in various electronic systems in accordance with guidelines established by HealthRIGHT 360 to satisfy internal and external evaluating requirements.
• Attend and participate in staff and agency meetings and training.
• Assist with onboarding of new hires and participate in training or mentoring of new and existing employees.

And perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Certification, and Experience

• Master's degree in counseling, social work, or related field.
• Current Behavioral Board of Sciences (BBS) registration from an accredited institution recognized in California (AMFT, APCC, ACSW).
• First Aid Certified within 30 days of employment.
• CPR Certified within 30 days of employment.
• Valid California driver's license.

Experience

• Experience with mental health Medi-Cal procedures desired.
• Some experience in conducting mental health assessments and providing appropriate diagnosis in a dual diagnosis substance abuse treatment in an inpatient or outpatient community mental health setting preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with clinical paperwork, timely recordkeeping abilities, and dual entry in EHR systems.

Competencies

• Clinical Assessment Skills: Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments, intakes, and individualized treatment planning based on client needs and response to treatment.
• Crisis Intervention: Proficiency in managing and de-escalating crises, stabilizing situations, and collaborating with the treatment team for effective resolution.
• Case Management: Expertise in coordinating care, linking clients to internal and external resources, and following up on treatment progress.
• Substance Use Treatment Knowledge: Strong understanding of substance use disorder treatment models, including cognitive behavioral approaches.
• Group Facilitation: Ability to lead group counseling and education sessions, fostering a supportive and educational environment for clients.
• Documentation Accuracy: Skilled in maintaining detailed and timely documentation of treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge paperwork, ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Ethical Practice and Confidentiality: Adherence to ethical standards in clinical practice, including the safeguarding of client confidentiality.
• Collaboration and Communication: Effective at working with multidisciplinary teams, case managers, probation officers, social workers, and other healthcare providers to ensure holistic care for clients.
• Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting the diverse backgrounds of clients, integrating this knowledge into treatment to provide culturally sensitive care.
• Productivity and Adaptability: Capable of meeting productivity goals and adjusting to workload changes, ensuring continuous service delivery even during staff shortages or high-demand periods.
• Resilience and Flexibility: Ability to manage rotating after-hours crisis support, weekend shifts, and coverage needs while maintaining personal resilience and self-care.
• Training and Supervision: Willingness to support interns, participate in supervision, and engage in ongoing professional development, including licensed-specific trainings.
• Bilingual Skills (Preferred): Proficiency in additional languages, especially those commonly spoken in the community, is preferred for enhancing client communication.
• Flexibility: Ability to work a minimum of one late day per week (until 8pm).

Background Check and Other Requirements

• Qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
• Must be capable of obtaining and maintaining a satisfactory background check.
• Must be capable of meeting health screening and tuberculosis testing requirements.
• Must be capable of maintaining credential requirements.
• Must be capable of meeting the program and funder requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

In an 8-hr workday, employee is required to perform work:

Sitting

5

Hrs

Standing

1

Hr

Walking

1

Hr

Driving

Occasionally

In an average month, employee must travel out of town:

Often (>2x)

Sometimes (<2x)

Never

In an 8-hr workday, employee must:

Not at all

Occasionally

(1/4-2½ hrs.)

Frequently

(2½-5½ hrs.)

Continuously

(5½-8 hrs.)

Bend/stoop

Climb

Reach above shoulder level

Kneel

Balance

Push/pull

Squat

Crawl

Crouch

Lift*

Carry

• Usual number

Maximum number

5

20

lbs

lbs

Usual number

Maximum number

5

20

lbs

lbs

Job requires:

Working at heights

Yes

No

Explain

Operating heavy machinery

Yes

No

Type

Operating desk machines

Yes

No

Type

Computer, fax, printer, phone

Precise manual dexterity

Yes

No

Explain

Ability to precisely and accurately transmit written data, input data

Exposure to extreme heat, cold, humidity

Yes

No

Explain

Exposure to dust, fumes, gases, chemicals

Yes

No

Explain

HealthRIGHT 360 is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Placement within the compensation range is based on factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, internal equity, and organizational compensation practices. In addition to salary, HealthRIGHT 360 offers a comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements

The compensation range listed reflects the expected pay for this position based on the primary work location. Actual compensation may vary depending on geographic location and applicable state or local pay transparency requirements.

HealthRIGHT 360 is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, including race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities through fair and equitable recruitment, hiring, compensation, development, and advancement practices.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Must complete a background check and Live Scan.