Youth Clincian

at  Hope Solutions

ABOUT US

Founded in 1991, Hope Solutions, formerly Contra Costa Interfaith Housing, is a vibrant and socially responsive non-profit agency that provides permanent housing and vital support services to over 2,000 homeless or at-risk families and individuals in Contra Costa County. Over 40 faith-based communities support our work, although there are no religious requirements or affiliations to receive services.
Are you seeking a new role that fully utilizes your talents and potential—while helping to make the world a better place? If so, please read on!

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

As a Youth Clinician, your adaptability and responsiveness become pivotal in supporting our clients’ diverse needs. This role strongly emphasizes effective collaboration with a diverse team of interdisciplinary professionals and community partners, underscoring the importance of cooperative efforts. Embodying compassion and an unwavering commitment to nurturing innate potential, you will be entrusted with delivering essential in-home mental health support to formerly homeless children (ages birth to 20 years old) and their families residing in permanent supportive housing across Contra Costa County.
This position holds the power to bring about transformative change. Your capacity to understand individual needs with nuance, coupled with your ability to readily adapt, is pivotal. Through seamless collaboration with team members and the establishment of robust connections within the broader community network, you will play an indispensable role in crafting comprehensive support systems. Your compassionate outlook will serve as the bedrock of your service, guiding formerly homeless children and their families toward a path of enhanced well-being. Your dedication to compassionate service, coupled with your unwavering belief in the potential of others, makes you an invaluable asset to our team.
Supervisory Responsibility: None

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Counseling.
• Registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Licensed/Associate Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/ASW), a Licensed/Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT/AMFT), or a Licensed/Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC/APCC).
• Bi-lingual in English/Spanish is a plus.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer proficiency in the use of Microsoft and database applications.
• Must have an operational vehicle, auto insurance, valid California driver’s license, and be willing to drive for work.
• Must pass LiveScan screening and TB test.
• Salary contingent upon skill and experience.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• The person in this position may make home visits to consumers who live on second or third-floor apartments (without elevators) and will need to be able to climb stairs.
• May accompany consumers on walks to local resources (grocery store, childcare, parks) up to ½ mile in distance.
• Must be able to work in a desk setting for up to 3 hours at a time to make calls to consumers, research resources on the internet, and collaborate with community providers with calls/emails.
• Office setting activities are required, such as typing on a laptop/computer to respond to emails, entering case notes into a database, and copying/faxing forms and documents on a copy machine related to maintaining or obtaining housing.
• Occasionally must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds, including furnishings for new residents, files, holiday gifts, and food donations.
• Ability to drive an automobile and transport oneself and consumers to appointments or meet at consumer homes, including driving at night.

• Professionally represent Hope Solutions in all circumstances.
• Comply with all legal/ethical professional guidelines for maintaining consumer confidentiality, adhering to HIPAA guidelines, protecting consumer rights, advocating on consumers’ behalf, and assuring consumer safety.
• Establish and maintain professional boundaries in working with clients.
• Comply with all local, state, and federal regulations, policies, procedures, standards of practice, and outcome requirements of the Supportive Housing Program and Hope Solutions.
• Collaborate with case managers, youth enrichment coordinators, and interns to ensure youth access to appropriate mental health support as needed, including EPSDT services.
• Professionally represent Hope Solutions in all circumstances.
• On-call, after-hours, and backup work may be required.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.