Trauma-Informed Wraparound Therapist

Aviva Family and Children’s Services Mission StatementCreating safe, supportive spaces, where children, youth and families can heal, build resilience, and experience belonging.Job SummaryThe High-Fidelity Wraparound (HFW) Therapist provides intensive, individualized, and family-centered mental health services following the HFW model, emphasizing family voice and choice, team-based planning, and culturally responsive care. This role focuses on supporting children and youth with complex behavioral, emotional, and mental health needs by coordinating care, facilitating team-based planning, and delivering therapeutic interventions within the home, school, and community settings. The HFW therapist is part of a multidisciplinary team that works collaboratively with caregivers, natural supports, and system partners to develop individualized care plans that promote stability, permanency, and overall well-being. The HFW therapist is available 24/7 for crisis response. Additionally, the HFW Therapist completes all necessary documentation in accordance with Aviva, DMH, DCFS and COA standards.Essential FunctionsConduct initial and ongoing assessments of child/youth and family needs and strengths, utilizing the CANS for prioritization and progress trackingIdentify underlying needs and trauma as the driving force of service delivery, ensuring they are reflected in the individualized service planDevelop, maintain, and adapt treatment plans collaboratively with the family, natural supports, and service providersMonitor client progress and adjust interventions based on outcomes and dataProvide individual, family, and group therapy in home, school, and community settingsImplement trauma-informed clinical interventions tailored to each child/youth's underlying needs and educate parents/caregiversActively participate in, and as needed coordinate and facilitate, Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings, contributing a clinical lens to team planningActively participate/collaborate in team meetings and case conferences for optimal mental health prognosis of clientsProvide comprehensive treatment services which may include interfacing with community psychiatric hospitals, Department of Family and Children Services (DCFS), Department of Mental Health (DMH), school officials, probation department, court system, law enforcement and others as appropriate.Provide psychoeducation to caregivers on managing behavior and responding to trauma responses while preserving therapeutic confidentialityEquip families with tools to support the child/youth's strengths and positive contributionsImplement the HFW process (engagement, planning, implementation, transition)Collaborate with treatment team, family, natural supports, and other system/service providers to develop treatment plans that are strength-based and culturally responsiveComplete accurate and comprehensive assessments, progress notes, and treatment documentation within required timelinesComplete ongoing evaluation of needs by utilizing applicable outcome measuresLPS designation by Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health is required for this position and includes all associated responsibilities including but not limited to assessment, writing holds when necessary, coordinating services for hospitalization and transportationDeliver crisis intervention and stabilization services, including creating and regularly reviewing Crisis Safety PlansCommunicate crisis situations, e.g. psychiatric hospitalizations, Suspected Child Abuse, etc. to team and supervisor as soon as possible.On-call 24 hours per day, 7 days a week to provide crisis support, by phone and/or in-person if indicatedAssess the need(s) to request flex funds and communicate the need(s) to treatment team, address the need(s) in the CFT meeting, and (engagement, teaming, assessment and understanding, long term view, planning, cultural competence, transitions, crisis management).Support families in building natural supports and community connectionsMonitor client progress and adjust interventions and treatment plans based on outcomes and data to ensure positive outcomesMaintain service time expectations and accurate and timely documentation, reports and outcome measures in compliance with agency and regulatory standardsConsult and serve as a liaison with community agencies, school personnel, parents and other mental health programs and services to evaluate community health needs and servicesEducate others on needs of specific client or segment client’s mental health populationAdvocate for client needs within systems and across service providersApply trauma-informed, culturally responsive practices across all client interactionsBuild protective capacity with families using Core Practice IndicatorsAttend regularly scheduled staff meetings, in-service trainings and other meetings as appropriate.Maintain client confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and all applicable regulationsParticipate in staff meetings, in-service trainings, and quality improvement projectsThe HFW Therapist will take on special projects or additional duties as assigned by the ICBS Leadership.Competency RequirementsAbility to fluently speak, read, write, and understand EnglishBilingual in Spanish a plusEffective oral and written communication skills, including thorough clinical documentation and medical record-keeping.Knowledge of community mental health treatment principles, including interviewing, assessment, and individual, family, and group counseling.Knowledge of general psychiatric emergency intervention, diagnosis, and brief and long-term therapy methods.Knowledge of adult and child psychology.Strength-based, family-driven, and youth-guided approach to care.Ability to assess crisis situations and respond in a timely and professional manner, including de-escalation techniques.Ability to work effectively with families of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.Cultural humility, responsiveness, and trauma-informed care.Knowledge of laws and regulations related to patient rights, voluntary/involuntary treatment, and commitment criteria.Knowledge of Medi-Cal regulations and documentation for medical necessity.Knowledge of community resources and agencies providing support services for individuals who are mentally ill or disabled.Ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, including team facilitation, leadership, and collaboration.Strong organizational, planning, time management, and problem-solving skills.Education and ExperienceMaster’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or related field requiredMust be registered with the Board of Behavioral SciencesExperience conducting individual therapy with high-risk youth and their families required. Experience with crisis management and intervention highly preferred.Knowledge of the HFW model, Intensive Care Coordination (ICC), and Intensive Home-Based Services (IHBS) and systems of care preferred.Strong ability to engage diverse families, collaborate across systems, and manage crises effectively.Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.Certifications/LicensesValid CA driver’s licenseValid intern number or license (ASW, MFTI, LCSW, LMFT) with Board of Behavioral SciencesAdditional RequirementsTuberculosis clearanceDepartment of Justice/Fingerprint clearanceChild Abuse Index clearanceSatisfactory completion of health screeningProof of legal eligibility to work in the United StatesSatisfactory driving recordDelegates Authority ToN/APhysical DemandsWhile performing the duties of a Wraparound Therapist, the employee is frequently required to walk, drive, sit, and use their fingers to manipulate a cell phone, keyboard or writing instrument. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stand and reach. The employee is rarely required to run, bend, kneel or lift objects weighing more than 30 pounds.Work EnvironmentThe work environment is indoor and outdoor. The noise level varies from quiet to loudServices delivered in home, school, and community-based settingsFast-paced, team-oriented environment with high-need populationsRegular travel within the service area and county requiredFlexible schedule, including evenings and occasional weekendsSupervision and support provided in alignment with licensure requirementsThis Job Description has been developed to identify some of the duties and responsibilities of this position. It is not intended to limit or encompass all duties and responsibilities of the position.Aviva Family and Children's Services at its sole and absolute discretion, expressly reserves the right to modify, supplement, delete or augment the duties and responsibilities specified in this and all job descriptions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aviva Family and Children's Services (Hamburger Home)