About the job Clinical Social Worker (Los Angeles, CA)
Position Summary:
Ellenhorn is seeking a dedicated and compassionate PACT Clinician to provide psychosocial support as part of a multidisciplinary team to individuals with psychiatric experiences and mental illness. The ideal candidate will serve as a primary case manager for a small caseload and provide 1:1 and group sessions in areas such as wellness, vocational support, family support, spirituality, social interactions, and addictions, primarily in a community-based setting.
Salary: $70,000 $90,000
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide service coordination (case management) for an assigned group of clients, including coordinating and monitoring the activities of the individual treatment team (ITT).
- Assume primary responsibility for developing, writing, implementing, evaluating, and revising overall treatment goals and plans in collaboration with the client and the ITT.
- Provide individual side-by-side support, counseling, therapy, and symptom management, ensuring immediate changes are made in the treatment plan as clients needs change.
- Educate and support clients families, advocating for clients rights and preferences.
- Conduct holistic and comprehensive assessments with other team members.
- Act as liaison and consult with community agencies and families to maintain coordination in the treatment process.
- Provide education and opportunities for other team members to engage in and learn about expressive therapies work (in-service training, staff wellness days, etc.).
- Participate in on-call rotation for crisis intervention/support, available 24/7.
- Document client progress to maintain a permanent record of client activity according to established methods and procedures.
Non-Essential Functions:
- Occasional interstate travel.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required:
- Masters degree in a relevant field.
- Post-secondary education and training, including internships and supervised practical experiences in clinical or rehabilitation settings with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.
- Must be a senior clinician, licensed or certified to work in the field (LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT required).
- Commitment to ethical standards and continuous professional development.
- Ability to establish supportive, trusting relationships with clients, their families, and their networks.
- Must have a valid drivers license, dependable automobile, and a clean drivers record.
Qualifications Desired:
- Experience working with individuals with addictions and mental illnesses.
- Proficiency in client-centered practices such as Open Dialogue, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
Success Factors/Job Competencies:
- Strong problem-solving skills on strategic and functional levels.
- Commitment to company values.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong organizational and case management skills.
- Strong team player, able to flex into different roles and assignments.
- Values relationships and collaboration with clients.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Physical Demands: Occasionally required to walk, sit, type, handle objects, reach, bend, walk up and down stairs, talk, hear, and see. Ability to occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.
- Work Environment: Most work is performed outside of the office setting in the community.
About Us:
Ellenhorn offers community integration programs to help those receiving psychiatric services maintain their social roles and stay connected to nourishing networks. Using the evidence-based Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) model, we provide an effective alternative to traditional care. Our dedicated team embraces diverse talents and fosters a supportive work environment. We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401k matching, PTO, and Flexible Spending Accounts.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience to recruit@eminencetalentgroup.com.