Licensed Clinician

Licensed Clinician

Koinonia Family Services is seeking a full-time licensed clinician with substantial experience working with youth who have high-acuity mental health needs to join our behavioral health program in Loomis, CA. The program serves up to six youth placed due to trauma and significant behavioral challenges. This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) or licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) who is comfortable working in a highly structured, intensive treatment setting. Please note that the facility is currently located in Orangevale and is expected to relocate to Loomis in the near future.

Opportunity Highlights:

• Take a lead clinical role within a behavioral health program serving youth with high-acuity mental health needs
• A competitive annual salary of $90,000 or higher depending on experience
• Additional compensation may be considered for a licensed LCSW or LMFT who can provide BBS supervision to associates
• Group health insurance package for the employee, including medical, dental, vision, chiropractic and behavioral health
• Generous PTO accrual, 14 paid holidays, and participation in the company's 401k plan
• $50,000 group life insurance
• On-going opportunities for professional development

Koinonia's Homes for Teens Program serves youth in a behavioral health residential setting. The program has a full-time facility administrator who supervises a team of direct care staff who provide daily care and supervision for the youth. The clinician will additionally have the resources of a clinical supervisor and the camaraderie of other clinicians who work at similar nearby facilities. This cohesive group of clinicians will gather regularly for training, support, and professional development activities.

The successful candidate will hold licensure as an LCSW or LMFT and have strong, hands-on experience working with youth who have high-acuity mental health needs and complex trauma. The ideal candidate works well as part of a team, communicates effectively, and demonstrates strong organizational skills. They are committed to ongoing professional development and consistently demonstrate a high degree of integrity and ethical practice. Experience with Medi-Cal documentation is preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the intake of youth into the program
• Develop a plan of care for each youth
• Assess for suicide ideation and self-harm tendencies
• Provide weekly therapy to youth in the program
• Conduct periodic meetings with youth and their families
• Provide a full range of interventions including behavioral management, interpersonal effectiveness skills, interventions with schools and parents, family support and training, community transition, and self-management
• Prepare discharge recommendations for the youth and family
• Maintain case files for each assigned youth
• Coach and train direct care staff on the effective use of trauma-informed interventions
• Possible after-hours and weekend consultations regarding assigned clients (with the ability to flex hours to offset those occasions)

Join Our Team:

At Koinonia Family Services, we are committed to creating a supportive, mission-driven workplace where employees feel valued and connected to the work they do. In our recent employee climate survey, 98% of staff reported strong teamwork with their coworkers, and 97% said their supervisors treat them with respect. Employees also reported a strong connection to our mission and a clear understanding of how their work contributes to helping children and families.

Our staff consistently report that they are treated with dignity and respect and feel supported by their teams and supervisors. As a trauma-informed organization, we emphasize collaboration, professional support, and a person-centered approach to care. If you are looking for meaningful work with a team that cares deeply about each other and the youth and families we serve, we invite you to join us in bringing hope and healing to children, youth and families.

Important Note:

Qualified candidates must complete a criminal background clearance through the California Department of Justice and FBI to ensure eligibility for employment, as well as a pre-employment physical and TB test. This position requires a valid driver's license, auto insurance and reliable transportation as driving is an essential job function. Clinician's are responsible for tasks such as visiting client homes, engaging with community partners, often in locations not easily accessible by alternative transportation methods. The nature of these responsibilities necessitates the ability to drive to ensure timely, reliable, confidential and effective support for the youth and families we serve. Koinonia Family Services is an equal-opportunity employer.

Qualifications

Education:

Masters or better. Required.

Experience:

1-2 years: Experience working with youth in trauma. Required.

Licenses & Certifications:

Professional License. Required.

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