Head of Service/ Licensed Eligible Therapist-Pyramid

Job Details Job Location: Center For Positive Changes - SAN DIEGO, CA 92120 Salary Range: $68,000.00 - $75,000.00 Job Summary Center For Positive Changes (CFPC) is a 6-bed, Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP), committed to evaluating and addressing children, adolescent, and transitional age youth’s unique behavioral health needs. We are seeking a licensed or pre-licensed therapist (Head of Service (HOS)) to join our clinical team who has high ethical standards and a desire to positively impact the lives of youth and families involved with Child Welfare Services and the Justice System. The HOS provides Specialty Mental Health Services (SMHS), including an array of therapeutic approaches, to help youth and families develop insight into maladaptive behaviors impairing functioning. The HOS also educates and coaches children and families on using healthy social / emotional skills to more effectively cope with life stressors, in efforts to aid youth in successfully transitioning to a lower level of care. Using a trauma informed and strength-based lens, the HOS provides clinical direction to the Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist (MHRS) and treats youth with co-occurring disorders including mental health, substance use, physical health, development, and intellectual challenges. In collaboration with the MHRS using a recovery oriented approach, the HOS works closely with CFPC residential staff, social workers, probation officers, and other significant support people in each youth’s life to provide appropriate treatment and coordination of care. Qualifications REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

A qualified candidate must be registered with the state of California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) and meet requirements for one (1) or more of the following: Licensed or Pre-Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT or AMFT) AND at least two (2) years of experience working in a residential treatment facility or outpatient mental health program, preferably with children and adolescents. Licensed or Pre-Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC or APCC) AND at least two (2) years of experience working in a residential treatment facility or outpatient mental health program, preferably with children and adolescents. Licensed or Pre-Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW or ACSW) AND at least two (2) years of experience working in a residential treatment facility or outpatient mental health program, preferably with children and adolescents. #J-18808-Ljbffr CENTER FOR POSITIVE CHANGES