ICMS LCSW Program Clinician - Special Programs (JR 5491)

WHY WORK FOR US?
We are mission and values driven and your contributions will make a difference. We make a positive difference in people's lives and help an average of 23 people per week to find a place to live.

If you join us, you will be able to advocate for change while also working with influential people who effect changes in policy and devote time to issues of racial and social justice. We prioritize your work/life balance and provide various scheduling options in addition to generous time off, health, and wellness benefits and we're committed to helping you reach your potential by providing opportunities for professional growth across the state.

JR 5491
LCSW Clinician
Los Angeles, CA 90004
Salary: $37.40 - $45.98 per hour
Pay Frequency: 24 Pay Periods Per Year
Full Time
Non-Exempt
Driving Required
Lower end of range will apply to candidates who meet minimum experience or have limited years of relevant experience. The higher end of range will apply to seasoned candidates with considerable years of relevant experience.

**This position requires active licensure with the BBS**

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PATH is seeking candidates passionate about helping others make a positive change in their lives to join our ICMS Special Programs Team as the LCSW Clinician, working out of our main office on Madison Avenue in Los Angeles.

ABOUT PATH
Since its foundation in 1984, PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) has pioneered bold and effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness. PATH operates services throughout California, connecting our clients to a comprehensive continuum of homelessness prevention, street outreach, employment preparation and placement assistance, individualized case management, supportive services, interim housing, and permanent supportive housing. 

ABOUT OUR SUPPORTIVE HOUSING SERVICES 
Our Supportive Housing Services (SHS) programs provide Intensive Case Management Services (ICMS) in a Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) setting to individuals who have experienced homelessness and have a history of chronic health, mental health, and/or co-occurring conditions. Services are centralized and provided to clients living on-site to ensure ease of access to the resources necessary for long-term housing stabilization, improving their quality of life and community integration.

ABOUT THE LICENSED CLINICIAN
As part of the ICMS Team, the Clinician provides clinical-level support to interdisciplinary teams, promoting mental wellness for clients through direct client assessment and intervention. This role offers clinical context and insight in team meetings and case conferencing, primarily focusing on crisis intervention, risk assessment, psychosocial rehabilitation, and transitional mental health services while connecting clients to care.

Position Responsibilities include: 

• Use clinical training to provide crisis intervention and risk assessment to any program client in need.


• Provide mental health training and consultation to program staff.


• Accompany staff on outreach visits and home visits to conduct assessments and provide clinical support.


• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments as needed per the program's policies and procedures.


• Connect clients to appropriate levels of mental health and SUD treatment and coordinate care with client's mental health and/or SUD provider.


• Provide temporary mental health counseling until they can be connected to treatment.


• Collaborate with the client's assigned case manager/clinical case manager and other team members.


• Maintains documentation standards as required by the Program and PATH policies, including completing case file notes in a timely manner and maintains a complete, accurate, and current client file with all required documents.

WHAT YOU BRING
We’re looking for candidates with:

• Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail: Gather and interpret data, identifying trends, patterns, and insights to inform decision-making. Ability to consistently produce high-quality work, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.


• Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively with others, seeking out and building positive working relationships with colleagues, participants, and stakeholders. Work effectively with others, contributing to team goals and recognizing the strengths and contributions of others.


• Communication: Convey information clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) to individuals and groups in a manner that informs, engages and maintains their attention.


• Creativity and Initiative: Take action and make decisions without being prompted, demonstrating a proactive approach to work and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities. Think outside the box, generating innovative solutions to problems or challenges.


• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Analyze and evaluate information and situations, identify key issues, consider alternatives, and make logical decisions based on sound reasoning that will achieve the desired outcome.


• Ethics and Boundaries: Maintain ethical and professional standards, demonstrating honesty, integrity, and a commitment to doing the right thing in all situations while maintaining professional boundaries.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Current and active licensure with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPCC).


• One (1) year of experience as a Clinical Supervisor in a program(s) that serves populations experiencing homelessness and/or populations suffering from comorbidity.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
Regardless of qualifications, candidates must:

• Have employment eligibility verification


• Have or be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training


• Successfully complete the following as a condition of hire:
  
  
  
  • Tuberculosis Test
  
  
  • Background Screening
  
  
  • Drug Test
  
  
  
  

DRIVING
Driving is an essential function of this position. To meet the employment requirements for this role, all candidates must: 

• Have reliable transportation


• A valid driver’s license


• Proof of insurance and ownership for personal vehicles used during work duties


• The ability to qualify for PATH's insurance coverage