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08/25/2023

JOB DESCRIPTION Job title Counselor II FLSA Class: Non-Exempt Department Behavioral Health Position Type: Full Time

Job purpose Provide individual, group and/or family therapy to clients and/or family. Provide clinical assessment, field-based and outreach services to clients and their families; case management and advocacy services. Duties and responsibilities  Conduct strengths-based, family-centered, culturally competent therapeutic services, consisting of individual, family and group therapy as well as individualized intakes and/or other assessments in the office or in the field as appropriate.  Assess and monitor client and/or family progress; evaluate outcomes and collaborate to adjust course of treatment as appropriate.  Communicate and collaborate services with Department of Children and Family services and other members of the Multi-disciplinary team.  Provide services in the community or in the field consistent with program and funding source contractual requirements.  Maintain a client file to level of requirements mandated in agency policy and completes documentation in a timely manner.  Display sensitivity to the cultural and linguistic needs of the clients and families served.  Interact well with other internal programs, clinical/support staff and with external sources such as school or community personnel as applicable.  Meet Agency requirements regarding billing for reimbursable services; consistently provide services in keeping with all programmatic and contractual requirements.  Attend and actively participate in staff meetings to provide input towards program development and staff training.  Participate in outreach and community related efforts in collaboration with the BHD Prevention team.  Other duties as assigned Qualifications  Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, or Psychology.08/25/2023

 Must be licensed-eligible, i.e., board-registered MFT-Intern, ASW, MSW, OR Licensed professional: LMFT, LCSW, or Licensed Psychologist. Must maintain licensure as a condition of employment.  Post graduate and 1-2 years’ experience with adolescents and their families, including experience in assessment, referral, group, individual, couples, and family therapies.  Knowledge of principles and techniques of social, cultural, and intergenerational dynamics of Chinese/Asian immigrants and refugees.  Ability to communicate effectively and develop relationships with children, youth, and families.  Bilingual/bicultural English and Chinese required (Cantonese and/or Mandarin).  Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.  Must possess a valid California driver’s license and maintain an insurable driving record.  Available to work some evenings and weekends as needed.  Ability to pass health, fingerprint, and DMV clearance.

Direct reports Program Manager

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