Clinical Therapist - SF Outpatient Services

This is a union eligible position.    JOB SUMMARY HealthRIGHT 360, a nonprofit organization and a family of programs, is committed to providing accessible and comprehensive healthcare services to vulnerable populations. Our mission is to tackle systemic barriers to healthcare and promote health equity for all. We offer a wide range of services, including mental health care, residential and outpatient substance use treatment, and primary health services. Additionally, we provide transitional support for individuals re-entering the community after involvement in the criminal justice system. By integrating physical and behavioral health, we empower individuals to overcome challenges by addressing social determinants of health, fostering resilience, and facilitating recovery. The Outpatient Program is specifically designed for people who struggle with substance use disorders, mental health issues or co-occurring disorders. The Outpatient Program works with high-risk populations from a variety of backgrounds. Our programs are open and welcoming to adult participants, of any gender identity. We accept the majority of participants who seek Outpatient treatment, including walk-in’s, referrals from other agencies and step-down transitional clients from residential treatment programs. The Clinical Therapist is a BBS Registered individual who is responsible for providing clinically and culturally competent outpatient mental health and substance use disorder services in a medical setting to clinic patients, including crisis intervention, brief behavioral interventions, psychosocial assessments, supportive short-term counseling/psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, substance use disorder treatment, and appropriate internal/external referrals.  Clinical Therapist I is expected to maintain a high degree of professional competence and the highest possible ethical standards, and to function as part of an integrated care team.  The Clinical Therapist I will work collaboratively as part of an integrated health care team.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  Clinical Care Responsibilities: Evaluates, diagnoses and manages mental illness/substance use disorder within individual client sessions. Successfully de-escalates clients in psychiatric or emotional management emergencies; facilitates group therapy which fosters safety and consistency. Utilizes appropriate referral and collateral sources to best support each client. Uses tests, measurements, and measurement scales for general and specific assessments as well as objective patient criteria in the provision of services and evaluation procedures. Documents care promptly following charting protocols and applicable California licensing requirements. Works collaboratively with primary care staff to facilitate integration between primary care and mental health to improve patient outcomes. Obtains and maintains licensure. Seeks training opportunities to improve skills which support the mission and attends continuing professional education programs as appropriate. Performance and Quality Improvement Responsibilities:  Meets benchmarks for applicable visit numbers and quality indicators as assigned. Meets benchmarks for all contract and grant deliverables. Strong initiative and enthusiasm and willingness to pitch in whenever needed. Assists in continuous quality improvement through on-going problem/needs identification and problem solving and as requested, acts as change champion or lead in improvement activities. Organizational Responsibilities: Adheres to company dress code and maintains professional appearance. Completes mandatory training within deadlines. Willing and able to work flexible hours. Maintains availability for various administrative/clinical duties as requested by supervisor (e.g., case presentations; in-service training to staff; represents clinic and/or HealthRIGHT 360 at and/or attends professional conferences. And, other duties as assigned.   QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience  A master’s degree in related field from an accredited institution. Possession of a Registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (AMFT, APCC, ACSW). First Aid and CPR certification. Valid California driver’s license. Experience working successfully with issues of substance abuse, mental health, criminal background, and other potential barriers to economic self-sufficiency. Experience with mental health assessment and diagnosis. Experience establishing supportive relationships and working with clients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Desired: EMDR training/certification. Experience working with homeless, HIV+, and substance using patients. Experience working with populations with varying lifestyles, ages, sexual orientations, ethnic and cultural backgrounds and economic status.