MAT Assessor Therapist

Job Summary The MAT Assessor Therapist reports to the Clinical Supervisor, providing in‑office, in‑home, and school‑based specialty mental health services to children throughout Service Area 2 or Service Area 8. The MAT Assessor will provide specialty mental health services to infants, young children, and their families using standard therapy practices and documentation protocols according to the Department of Mental Health (DMH). The MAT Assessor is responsible for meeting weekly productivity expectations (24 billable hours of care on average each week) and maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date case records using the electronic health record system, EXYM, for all services rendered, in accordance with State of California and the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. MAT Assessors may also supplement their caseload with non‑MAT cases in order to meet billing expectations and respond to the needs of our community. The MAT Assessor will provide services in office in addition to traveling to clients’ homes and/or schools. Counseling4Kids emphasizes quality treatment and trauma‑informed care. This role performs thorough assessments for children recently removed from their homes by DCFS. Our clients have high rates of trauma exposure and the majority have parents or caregivers involved with the Department of Children and Family Services. They will also have the opportunity to obtain training, experience, and supervision required for endorsement as an Infant‑Family Early Childhood Mental Health Professional. Therapists in our MAT program may also carry cases with older children and teens, providing a balanced clinical experience and allowing our agency to respond to community needs. Our services are primarily Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI), and training for supplemental cases may include the evidence‑based treatment models of TF‑CBT, MAP, CPP, PCIT, Triple P and Seeking Safety. Duties and Responsibilities Uphold the mission and core values of Counseling4Kids. Clinicians are expected to maintain service delivery requirements to provide 1172 hours of annual billable services throughout the duration of employment. Maintain knowledge and demonstrate understanding of how to calculate billable services. Be responsible for maintaining a caseload to ensure 24 hours of billable services of care per week. Conduct outreach services to facilitate the development of a caseload when it does not permit meeting 24 billable hours per week. Provide evidence‑based interventions and/or MAT based on DMH and C4K guidelines. Provide a clinical, trauma‑ and developmentally‑informed lens to understand the strengths, underlying needs, and goals of the child and family throughout the process of dependency investigation and case planning. Participate in each component of the Child and Family Team process (e.g., staff engagement, family engagement, CFTM, debrief). Conduct an age‑appropriate mental health services assessment. Provide supportive Specialty Mental Health Services (SMHS) as clinically appropriate. Facilitate initiation of referrals and/or linkages as soon as the need for such services is identified. Utilize assessment documents and tools (e.g., ASQ, CANS) to gather and organize information. Complete Intensive Care Coordination (ICC) to develop and guide service delivery to meet the underlying needs of the child/youth. Complete MAT Summary of Finding (SOF) report and directly communicate findings within a multi‑agency meeting. Help the child/youth, family, and other team members understand the impact of trauma. Document all billable activities to the pertinent funding sources through the use of the appropriate billing codes. Work collaboratively with clients and the clinical team to develop a comprehensive assessment, treatment plan and desired treatment outcomes. Engage in on‑duty crisis management, including phone referral assessments. Maintain client records related to assessment, treatment, progress toward goals and objectives, discharge summary, and treatment outcomes that are accurate, concise, timely, and useful for coordinating treatment team planning, monitoring, and review. Participate in treatment team meetings and make recommendations as appropriate. Attend in‑person individual and group supervision at least once a week in the staff member’s home office. Be able to be in‑office five full eight‑hour days per week during clinical hours and days (M‑F) of operation. Seek guidance and remain knowledgeable of, and comply with, all applicable federal and state laws, as well as company policies that apply to assigned duties. Comply with the company’s and Board of Behavioral Sciences’ (BBS) expectations regarding ethical behavior and standards of conduct. Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree required in Clinical Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or Counseling. Current registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as an APCC, ASW, or AMFT. Experience providing mental health services requiring diagnostic evaluation, treatment planning and crisis intervention, as well as the various modalities of therapy. Experience, training, and/or strong interest in working with clients ages birth to five presenting with symptoms of trauma and/or disruptive behaviors. Strong commitment to children and families, and a willingness to take the steps necessary to assure their well‑being. Valid California driver’s license, with all copies of current certification (including auto insurance) provided to the agency. Have access to HIPAA‑compliant transportation and ability to travel to the school of clients in service area 2, 8, and/or Santa Clarita (as applicable) during clinical hours of operation five days per week. Preferred Qualifications Licensed as an LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC with current, unrestricted registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). Knowledge of the L.A. County Department of Mental Health system. MAT trainings: DC 0‑5 and ICARE, other core B‑5 trainings. Training, certification, or rostered in Parent‑Child Interaction Therapist and/or Child‑Parent Psychotherapy. Working toward endorsement as an Infant Family Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist. Ability to document in a clear and concise manner and in accordance with DMH and other program standards using EXYM. One or more years of previous experience working with children and families. One or more years of previous experience working with birth‑to‑five population. Bilingual English/Spanish. EEO Statement Counseling4Kids provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Counseling4Kids complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Counseling4Kids expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Counseling4Kids’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. #J-18808-Ljbffr Counseling4Kids