Job Details

Adolescent Associate Therapist II MA (Inpatient) (Santa Rosa)

Pay range: $91,520.00/yr – $115,544.00/yr

About Us

Formerly Aurora Santa Rosa Hospital, SRBHH was opened in 2016 and is regarded as an integral part of the greater Santa Rosa and Northern California mental health system of care. Conveniently located in the North Bay, the hospital consists of 144 acute psychiatric inpatient beds and serves adolescents and adults. We treat both mental health and co‑occurring psychiatric and substance‑abuse conditions.

Position Title

Adolescent Associate Therapist II MA (Inpatient)

Reports To

Director of Clinical Services

Description of Position

The Adolescent Associate Therapist participates in further training/clinical supervision and maintains knowledge of clinical treatment, evidence‑based interventions, and diagnostic criteria commonly associated with the treatment of adolescents who experience severe mental health and/or substance‑use crisis. Provides quality psychotherapeutic services (group therapy, treatment and discharge planning, appropriate communication with treatment team members, psychosocial/social assessments, safety planning, etc.) to all patients and their families or support systems to serve as a member of an interdisciplinary team supporting the organization's treatment program and philosophy, and assuring the deliverance of quality treatment to patients and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Completes initial psychosocial assessment and clinical within 72 hours of patient's admission
• ensures compliance with all treatment plan requirements including weekly review and updates with the patient (indicated by patient signatures, initials and dates that each review is completed)
• consistently documents treatment and discharge planning provided to patient in the medical record (Progress Notes) based on established case management guidelines
• facilitates psychoeducational groups as outlined by hospital schedule in a timely fashion and documents patient progress individually in group notes
• completes all reports for Tarasoff and suspected abuse as legally mandated and consistently informs direct supervisor
• conducts family sessions for adolescents and their legal guardians/support systems as part of the clinical treatment for adolescents and as ordered by the psychiatrist
• completes Release of Information accurately and completely
• attends all scheduled Social Services/Clinical meetings without need for prompting and in a timely manner
• for clinicians who are unlicensed, consistently complies with required state and hospital guidelines for supervision
• maintains effective working and professional relationships and communications with internal and external customers
• consistently carries out above outlined job responsibilities while maintaining appropriate boundaries and professional demeanor
• performs related duties, as requested
• upholds the organization's ethics and customer service standards

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or closely related field
• One year of behavioral health experience required; experience with severely mentally ill and group facilitation preferred
• Current registration as an AMFT, APCC, or ASW Trainee/Intern with the BBS (board registered associates must maintain an active supervision affiliation with a board‑approved clinical supervisor and maintain associate registration status in good standing). Individuals currently enrolled in a Ph.D/Psy.D Intern School Program may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis as approved by the CEO
• Current CPR certification required, or to be obtained within initial orientation period
• Verbal de‑escalation and physical intervention program as approved by the CNO

Skills and Abilities

• maintains confidentiality of patients at all times
• sensitivity to and willingness to interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds
• proficiency with software and/or equipment (Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize projects, work relatively independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines
• strong written and verbal communication skills
• ability to work independently and as part of a team
• good judgment, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
• demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively as well as possessing the skills to lead, influence, and motivate others
• ability to work in a fast‑paced, expanding organization

Physical Requirements

• use standard office equipment and access, input, and retrieve information from a computer; use keyboard with manual and finger dexterity and wrist‑finger speed sufficient to perform repetitive actions efficiently for extended periods of time
• communicate effectively in person or via telephone in a manner that can be understood by those with whom the person is speaking, including a diverse population
• give and follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail and accuracy
• perform complex mental functions and basic arithmetic functions; interpret complex laws, regulations, and policies; collect, interpret, and/or analyze complex data and information
• vision: see details of objects at close range
• coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
• reach forward, up, down, and to the side; sit or stand for minimum periods of one hour at a time and come and go from the work area repeatedly throughout the day
• lift up to ten (10) pounds

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Healthcare spending account
• Life insurance (supplemental life, term and universal plans available)
• Short and long‑term disability (with additional buy‑in opportunities)
• PTO plan with holiday premium pay
• Discounted cafeteria meal plan
• Tuition reimbursement