Clinician/Case Manager, Early Childhood - Bilingual Spanish at Vista Del Mar

Santa Monica, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jan, 26

Salary

70560.0

Posted On

14 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English, Clinical Case Management, Client Advocacy, Therapy, Intake Assessments, Treatment Plans, Parent Engagement, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

GET TO KNOW US: For over 100 years, Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services (VDM) has taken great pride in providing exceptional programs and services for children and families throughout LA County. VDM envisions a community where all children and families are equipped and prepared to live productive, fulfilling lives. We serve the most vulnerable in Los Angeles, many of whom have faced multi-generational inequities. Vista Del Mar is guided by core values of empowerment, equity, and excellence. CULTURE: At Vista Del Mar, our success is empowered by our staff, families, residents, and clients. We believe in the inclusion and liberation of marginalized communities, standing in unity for justice and recognizing long-standing systemic oppression. We acknowledge we are part of an unjust system and strongly advocate to change oppressive systems and the unconscious bias that affect staff, clients, and families in all communities. Vista is committed to developing a culture of healing, community care, and creating a sense of belonging. Our actions will be louder than our words. Folks who are Black, Indigenous, people of color, LGBTQ+, of a marginalized gender, disabled, parents, are/have been system-impacted, are immigrants, and anyone who has experienced systemic oppression, and/or gender-based violence are encouraged to apply. MISSION: Vista Del Mar provides a trauma-responsive continuum of services to empower children, youth, and families in Southern California to lead fulfilling lives. POSITION OVERVIEW: As an Early Childhood Wellbeing Project Clinician/Case Manager with Family Services of Santa Monica, it will be vital to possess and implement the knowledge and educational background applicable to work with individuals, groups, families, other disciplines and community services in the local area. The Family Resource Specialist works with all appropriate systems on behalf of the client. Services will include assertive clinical case management and with the opportunity to carry therapy cases ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: When acting in the role of the Case Manager: Assertive clinical case management and linkages to incoming families. Assist in the coordination of service provider network. Refers families and early childcare and education professionals to network service providers; Maintains virtual referral system for network providers; Client advocacy; Outreach on public education with guidance from networks; Tracks project outcomes; Tracks referred families who have gone through our Wellbeing Project referral process; Assists with parent engagement/direct services including parenting classes and therapy as assigned; Will work collaboratively with ECWP Manager on an on-going basis with any or all of the above items. When acting in a Clinician Role: Complete intake assessments, formulate and implement treatment plans for all clients including any case-management services required; Conduct regular therapy sessions (individual, conjoint, family or group) with each adult, child, parent(s) and significant people, in or out of the office as indicated by the treatment plan and client need; Thoroughly evaluate the progress of each client through regular supervision, treatment plan reviews, outcome measures and file reviews; Consult with Clinical Supervisor on a weekly basis to provide proper clinical care and appropriate interventions; Provide consultation services to teachers and other professionals when requested/necessary; Attend all meetings, groups and training sessions as requested by FSSM Director, Managers, or Coordinators; Maintain client records in accordance with agency policy and standards, including process notes, 90 Day reviews, assessments, outcome measures or other reports; Complete all mandated paperwork (i.e. DMH) as per state requirement; Maintain appropriate billable activity for assigned caseload; Adhere to ethical and legal standards of the agency and profession; Represent the agency in a professional manner in meetings, groups and training sessions; Take responsibility in gathering knowledge and developing skills needed to perform job duties Complete and maintain all training requirements as put forth by program, DMH, and JHACO standards related to their role and above duties. Trainings and certifications include, but may not be limited to the following: Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessment (CANS), Annual Cultural Competency trainings, Placement Stability DMH training, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome DMH training, Trauma Informed Strategies for Working with Individuals With ID/DD/ASD DMH training, etc. Perform all other tasks as instructed by the ECWP Manager, and/or Directors and consistent with the above duties; WHAT YOU BRING TO VDM: MSW or MFT, registered as an Associate with the CA BBS (license eligible). License required within 42 months of employment unless stated otherwise in letter of hire; Ability to hear and verbally communicate with others; Must be able to learn/use necessary computer programs; Strong organizational and communication skills. Bilingual Spanish/English, required. Salary: $70,560 / annually What Can We Offer You for All Your Hard Work? Full benefits offered (Medical, Dental, Vision) FSA/Dependent Care and Supplemental benefits through The Standard 403(b) – 3% Employer contribution based off annual salary 4 Mental Health Days Up to 12 Paid Holidays Up to 25% for Cell Phone Discounts with 3 Major Carriers (AT&T, Verizon, Sprint) Vista Del Mar’s Credentials: Our nationally recognized clinical programs have been awarded a Gold Seal by the Joint Commission, the highest level of accreditation possible. In addition, our educational facilities are fully accredited through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), and our graduate degree program is recognized worldwide for its high quality of instructions. Equal Employment Statement Vista Del Mar is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Therefore, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Vista Del Mar will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations as part of this commitment.

Responsibilities

The Clinician/Case Manager will provide assertive clinical case management and linkages to families, while also conducting therapy sessions and formulating treatment plans. Collaboration with the ECWP Manager and maintaining client records are essential components of the role.