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

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, this hospital consists of 144 acute psychiatric inpatient beds.

Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (SRBHH) 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, SRBHH serves adolescents and adults. We treat both mental health and co-occurring psychiatric and substance abuse conditions.

POSITION TITLE: AdolescentAssociate Therapist II MA (Inpatient)

PAY RANGE: $49.00-$55.55 Per Hour

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, evidenced-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 and/or support systems; to serve as a member of an interdisciplinary team supporting the organization's treatment program, philosophy and assure the deliverance of quality treatment to patients and their families. The Adolescent Inpatient Therapist II MA is the lead facilitator of the patient treatment plan and continuously monitors the implementation of active treatment with assigned patients. Maintains knowledge of, participates in further training provided, and understands the potential risks regarding occupational health hazards (e.g. bloodborne pathogen exposures).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Completes initial psychosocial assessment and clinical within 72 hours of patient's admission to the hospital.
• 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 (i.e., Progress Notes) based on established case management guidelines (requiring completion of the Psychosocial Assessment within 72 hours of admission, as well as a discharge planning note at least every other day thereafter).
• 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.

Knowledge and Experience:

• 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 with the BBS in good standing). Individuals who are 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 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required, or 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:

While performing the duties of this job, this position is frequently required to do the following:

• Use standard office equipment and access, input, and retrieve information from a computer. Use computer 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 which 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.

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Healthcare Spending Account
• Life Insurance
  (Supplemental Life, Term and Universal plans are also available)
• Short and Long-Term Disability
  (with additional buy-in opportunities)
• PTO Plan with Holiday Premium Pay
• Discounted Cafeteria Meal Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement