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Associate MFT/Associate Social Worker: Therapist/Case Manager Position (San Rafael, CA)ORGANIZATION SUMMARYCatholic Charities is one of the largest, oldest, and most comprehensive nonprofit human services organizations in Northern California, annually reaching more than 60,000 vulnerable individuals of all faiths in San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin Counties. With a staff of approximately 450, reaching peaks of nearly 600 with seasonal hires, a budget of $54.3 million, and a current governing board of 27, this venerable, fully-accredited, independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit addresses some of the most pressing community needs – homelessness, generational poverty, immigration, inequality, hunger, aging in isolation, and communicable disease to name a few – with compassion and services of highest quality.Associate MFT/Associate Social Worker: Therapist/Case Manager PositionSt. Vincent's School for Boys serves boys in the child welfare system whose behaviors and family situations have kept them from achieving successful outcomes and permanency. The mission of St. Vincent's is to interrupt the multiple placements and serially disrupted attachments that characterize the lives of these children and youth. St. Vincent's provides residential treatment and mental health services to over 40 boys, ages 6-18, who are referred from county agencies throughout Northern California. The boys live in a rural setting in four residential houses which are staffed 24 hours a day, on the St. Vincent’s campus. A combination of therapeutic, educational, equestrian, and recreational programs address the multiple and diverse needs of each child.The staff psychotherapist is a member of the Clinical Department and reports to the Senior Clinical Supervisor. The therapist is responsible for evaluation, assessment, therapy, and case management. In addition to the provision of individual, group and family therapy, the therapist is responsible for treatment planning and documentation.Staff therapists are in the agency between 9:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Modifications can be made to accommodate families or high school students who need evening hours with rare weekends if the need for weekend family therapy or outreach exists.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESPSYCHOTHERAPY AND SUPERVISIONParticipate in monthly Child, Family Team meetings to direct client’s provision of services.
Psychotherapy as indicated in the treatment plan; generally, 2 times per week per client.
Family therapy and collateral work as needed.
Weekly individual supervision for one hour and group supervision for 2 hours.
Regular and timely authorization documentation
Regular participation in the QA activities of the mental health department
Regular meetings with residential staff to discuss case progress
Documentation of all therapy and counseling sessions in progress notes. Therapists are expected to bill for at least 50% of their time in the agency.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
DEPARTMENTAL ACTIVITIESParticipate in on-call system for after hours coverage of psychiatric emergencies
CASE REVIEW AND MANAGEMENTCommunicate with County Social Workers and families to co-ordinate on-going treatment.
Attend monthly client rounds meetings to discuss medication management and other treatment issues with staff and consulting psychiatrist
Meet with teachers as needed
Attend IEP meetings
Coordinate home visits and all other out-of-agency visits – e.g., appearances in court
QUALIFICATIONSPSYCHOTHERAPY AND SUPERVISIONParticipate in monthly Child, Family Team meetings to direct client’s provision of services.
Psychotherapy as indicated in the treatment plan; generally, 2 times per week per client.
Family therapy and collateral work as needed.
Weekly individual supervision for one hour and group supervision for 2 hours.
Regular and timely authorization documentation
Regular participation in the QA activities of the mental health department
Regular meetings with residential staff to discuss case progress
Documentation of all therapy and counseling sessions in progress notes. Therapists are expected to bill for at least 50% of their time in the agency.
CASE REVIEW AND MANAGEMENTCommunicate with County Social Workers and families to co-ordinate on-going treatment.
Attend monthly client rounds meetings to discuss medication management and other treatment issues with staff and consulting psychiatrist
Meet with teachers as needed
Attend IEP meetings
Coordinate home visits and all other out-of-agency visits – e.g., appearances in court
DEPARTMENTAL ACTIVITIESParticipate in on-call system for after hours coverage of psychiatric emergencies
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education & ExperienceCandidates must be licensed or license eligible MA, MSW, registered with the BBS
Experience with children and families in a residential treatment center or psychiatric hospital, and/or experience with extremely dysfunctional families and seriously emotionally disturbed children
Experience in assessment and evaluation.
Demonstrated proficiency in MediCal approved clinical documentation is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesAbility to write & communicate clearly.
Ability to provide accurate, timely documentation
Demonstrates the necessary attitudes, knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in cross-cultural situations.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Intermittentbending, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, twisting, and walking.
Intermittent lifting, pushing, and pulling.
Intermittent repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and extensive reading.
Driving is required for this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The work environment includes homes, schools, offices, and community resources such as recreation facilities, churches or various outing and store locations.
May include contact with clients with mental health issues who demonstrate behaviors such as cursing, shouting, running away, self-harm and violence.
Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions while monitoring clients in the outside courtyard and assisting clients to and from transportation vehicles.
May be exposed to odors such as fragrances, cleaning products, and clients who experience difficulties with personal hygiene.
$30 per hour / $62,400 annuallyDISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.CATHOLIC CHARITIES IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is committed to providing equal employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, legal domicile status, veteran status, disability, or AIDS/HIV status or any other characteristic protected under federal or state law.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Department or Program: St. Vincents School for BoysThis is a non-management positionThis is a full time positionUnion status: Non-unionFingerprinting clearance: RequiredTB Screening: RequiredFirst Aid Certificate: Standard First Aid required;No First Aid requiredCOVID-19 Proof of Vaccination: Required
