Outpatient Therapist

Job Summary Outpatient Therapists provide mental health services including individual, group and family therapy in the clinic, school and client’s home. Therapists will be working with clients referred from DMH, DCFS, other provider agencies and all Penny Lane programs. Therapists work collaboratively with the Case Manager and treatment team to assess and link the families to needed community services and coordinate all the services that the client receives. Therapists document all service according to DMH and Penny Lane documentation guidelines. The Outpatient Therapist possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills when working with clients, outside agencies, members of the community, and co‑workers. When in a client’s home or school the Outpatient Therapist will employ a calm demeanor and good ethical and professional boundaries. Excellent clinical skills are used to assess the appropriate level of care for clients and stabilize clients in crisis. Teaming, collaborating and coordination of care with all Penny Lane staff, DCFS, DMH, and other outside agencies is crucial. This position requires flexibility, excellent time management skills and the ability to manage responsibilities efficiently with little supervision. Requirements Active APCC Intern, MFT Intern or ASW Intern registered with the BBS. Or active Licensed LPCC, LMFT, LCSW or Psychologist. Post‑Master's clinical work treating children and/or adolescents preferred. Knowledge of DMH paperwork. Bilingual Spanish preferred (verbal and written). Valid California driver’s license; current automobile insurance; clean driving record acceptable to the organization’s insurance company; immediate access to vehicle during work hours. Position Location North Hills, CA Salary Range $71,299 – $89,210 per year, plus additional $5,000 per year for bilingual Spanish differential. Benefits Flexible schedules are available upon successful completion of an introductory period. Eligible employees may request up to 5 days of Paid Time Off to study for licensure. Penny Lane Centers offers competitive salaries and benefits. Please visit pennylane.org to see a complete list of perks and benefits. Medical benefits are effective the first of the month upon hire, not to exceed 31 days. Equity and EEO Statement Equal Employment Opportunity. Penny Lane is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis, including race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex, pregnancy, child birth or related medical conditions, actual or perceived gender, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, recruitment advertising, pay and other forms of compensation, training and general treatment during employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Penny Lane Centers