Outpatient Clinician, Bilingual

Wage band range $25.00 to $38.00 per hour; however, it is ultimately determined by contract obligations, the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity. Position requires a bilingual staff and is eligible for bilingual pay incentive.

Under the direction of the Assistant Regional Director, the Outpatient Clinician is responsible for providing and implementing the clinical therapy component of the overall treatment plan. The Outpatient Clinician will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver a range of evidence-based treatments and carries out the mission of Casa Pacifica as it relates to on-going clinical assessment, evaluation and progress of the youth within Casa Pacifica.

We are a diverse and inclusive team providing excellent services to all our surrounding communities. Our team members are empowered to share their identities, ideas, and perspectives. A culture built on diversity, equity and inclusivity is essential to creating a safe and healing environment at Casa Pacifica.

Position can be located in the Goleta or Santa Maria office.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (illustrated by typical activities):

• Provides clinical services such as individual, family, and group therapy, and parent skills training to clients ages 5 – 24.
• Utilizes evidence-based practices that are appropriate to meet the clinical needs of the individual and family.
• In collaboration with the clinical supervisor, Conducts clinical assessments and develops individualized treatment plans, including Strength and Needs assessments.
• Collaborates with other community providers and make appropriate referrals as needed, to provide comprehensive care for the individual.
• Responsible for maintaining organized and up-to-date clinical charts in compliance with insurance standards and agency policies.
• Completes clinical documentation and submits progress notes to the clinical supervisor in agency electronic health records within the required time frame.
• Attends outside training events and conferences as requested.
• Maintains compliance with all local, County, State, and Federal government regulations.
• Attends weekly individual and group clinical supervision.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE/LICENSE: Hold at minimum valid registration ACSW, AMFT, APCC or Registered Psychological Assistant. 

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Ability to use various computers Software, Microsoft Office Suites.
• Bilingual in Spanish required.
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

Valid driver’s license is required for transporting youths. Any changes that occurs on your driving record must be reported immediately to supervisor and Human Resources.

Language Skills: Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to write comprehensive evaluations and progress notes/ reports on youth’s treatment goals. Bilingual in Spanish a plus

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply principles of logic or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

WHAT WE OFFER
Casa Pacifica strongly believes in providing our employees with a comprehensive and competitive total benefits package that will support them across the many needs that arise in life. In addition to the salary information listed above, employees within this position will also be eligible for the following:

• Comprehensive Benefits package,
• 401k auto enrollment at 3% with up to 5% fully vested employer matching contributions made after first year of service
• 9 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance options
• Flexible Spending and Dependent care programs
• Excellent Training opportunities – including opportunities for CEUs
• Education/Tuition Assistance programs
• Group Discount Pet Insurance
• Aflac Hospital, Critical Illness, Accidental & Dental supplemental plan options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Free Confidential Crisis Line 24/7, 365 days a year
  • 4 face-to-face or telephonic sessions per issue, i.e.,
    • Stress, Anxiety, Depression
    • Life transitions
    • Grief and Loss
    • Divorce
    • Conflict Resolution
    • Substance Abuse
    • Work-Life Counseling
    • Free Legal and Financial Consultations
    • Identity Theft Recovery Services

Casa Pacifica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. All applicants will be given full consideration under state, local, and federal law.