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Job DescriptionSalary: $23.00 - $25.00 / Hour CLIENT ENGAGEMENT COUNSELOR (CERTIFIED MEDI-CAL PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST) SUD TREATMENT CRI-Help is a substance use disorder treatment center with several locations across Los Angeles County. We've been around since 1971 and are noted as an organization practicing integrity in our commitment to ethical and meaningful client care. Our mission is to improve the welfare of the community by providing first-class substance use disorder treatment to adults and families seeking freedom from the bondage of addiction, and we live out that mission everyday with our staff and clients. As a nonprofit organization, CRI-Help is a qualifying employer affording our full-time employees the opportunity to begin, or continue, the process of seeking PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness). In addition, our benefits package for full-time employees is quite robust- especially the option for 100% employer-paid Medical insurance, including an additional 40% paid coverage for dependents, which accompanies our 401k with 4% match option nicely. Please see the full list of benefits below, especially the 12 paid holidays per year (we are a 24/7 facility, so not all employees will be able to take all 12 paid holidays off- but will still get paid for the holiday in addition to their hours worked). CRI-Help is an amazing organization to be a part of and I strongly encourage you to consider joining the team! We opened a new facility in Lincoln Heights in January 2025 and are still hiring for all roles- keep referring back to for current openings at all sites. Basic Functions • Utilize lived experience with substance use recovery to promote client engagement, self-determination, resiliency, and sustained recovery. Responsibilities • Keep a schedule of regular peer engagement sessions with clients and be available for crisis support and recovery coaching when needed., • Provide individual and group Peer Support Services as defined under DMC-ODS, including:, • Engagement and rapport building., • Recovery support and skill development., • Self-advocacy coaching., • Relapse prevention support., • Linkage to community-based recovery resources., • Oversee mentorship program in collaboration with Support Technician Department and Clinical Program Manager., • Conduct follow-up surveys with recently completed clients., • Complete all required documentation in compliance with DMC-ODS standards., • Interface with all staff regarding client treatment and engagement issues., • Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Director. Skills / Knowledge • Must meet California DHCS requirements for DMC-ODS Peer Support Specialist services., • Demonstrated lived experience with substance use recovery and sustained recovery as defined by agency and county standards., • Must be able to identify patterns common to individuals with substance use disorders., • Ability to establish genuine, strength-based relationships with clients., • Ability to utilize peer support strategies to educate, model recovery behaviors, elicit insight, and motivate clients toward treatment engagement and retention. Education / Training • Current Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification required., • High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience • Must have working knowledge of the 12 Steps of NA and AA. Working Conditions • Frequently remain in stationary positions, standing and / or sitting for prolonged periods., • Occasionally crouching below the waist and / or reaching above the shoulders., • Occasionally lifting and / or moving objects up to 20 lbs. Special Conditions • Must be willing to undergo random drug screenings. Position Reports To • Clinical Director Position Type • Full-Time, In-Person, Non-Exempt, Hourly Pay Range • $23.00 - $25.00 / Hour Benefits • 100% Paid Blue Shield Trio Plan Medical Insurance Option, • 80% Paid Blue Shield Access+ Plan Medical Insurance Option, • 80% Paid Kaiser Medical Insurance Option, • 40% Dependent Coverage on Medical Insurance Plan, • 80% Paid Dental Insurance, • Vision Insurance, • Paid time off (10 Paid Sick Days Annually, 12 Paid Holidays Annually, Paid Vacation), • Educational Assistance Tuition Reimbursement Program, • 401(k) 4% Employer Match, • 100% Paid $25,000 Life Insurance Plan with option to voluntarily increase coverage CRI-Help ensures that all applicants are treated with equal consideration, without regard to age, race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, ethnic / cultural identification, religion, sexual preference, or disability.

One (1) year of full-time experience performing non-professional, consumer directed services in a mental health, health care, or other social services agency / organization serving people with disabilities preferred. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare. Perso

CERTIFIED MEDI-CAL PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST). Keep a schedule of regular peer engagement sessions with clients and be available for crisis support and recovery coaching when needed. Provide individual and group Peer Support Services as defined under DMC-ODS, including:.

Job Description Benefits We Offer • $2,000 first month bonus* for therapists who work 40 hours in their first 30 days on the platform., • $1,000 first client bonus** for therapists that engage with their first client within 14 days of beginning their application., • Competitive Compensation with an estimated annual earnings range of $78,000 to $114,400 that is paid hourly for someone who works 30-40 hours on the platform each week for the full year., • Work from the comfort of home (fully remote), • Complete control over your schedule, • Free access to 390+ CEU courses, • Free BetterHelp Membership, • Compensation paid weekly, • No insurance paneling and zero fees **$1,000 first client bonus is only available to therapists licensed in the state of California. Qualifications Years of Experience: 3+ years (Required) Education: Master's (Required) Licenses We Accept: Full Independent Clinical: LCSW, LPCC, LMFT, Psychologist, PsyD, etc. Private practice with no doors and no overhead. Join the world's largest online therapy platform. Put simply: You provide the clinical expertise, we take care of everything else. And we mean everything else. What we offer: • Consistent referrals: Full clinical caseload can be established within the first 30 days., • Zero overhead: No fees are collected from the therapist, ever., • Flexible schedule: You are always in control of your schedule and appointment times., • Engaged clients: You are connected with clients who fit your specific areas of expertise. Then, BetterHelp provides clients with a wide variety of ways to connect with you so that they can best start their therapeutic journey: from scheduled live sessions, to shared journal entries, to audio and video messages, to clinical worksheets, to formal goal setting and tracking, and more., • Autonomy over clinical decisions: You are the licensed and trained clinician. BetterHelp will defer to your clinical judgment and expertise about the most effective and clinically appropriate approach for each client., • Resources to keep you connected: BetterHelp has a strong and accessible peer community of over 34,000 therapists, available to you directly through the platform., • Mental health therapists looking for an easy, all-in-one technology platform for telehealth., • Therapists who want to focus 100% on clinical work – not on acquiring clients, billing, support, or operations. (We handle all of that!), • Counselors who want a feature-rich platform that is constantly adding new clinical tools – not just video conferencing software., • Mental health counselors who want the opportunity to work with specific populations or presenting concerns., • A private and professional environment for conducting sessions., • Excellent written communication., • Must have professional liability insurance., • Reliable Internet connection., • Currently residing in the US.

Job Description Benefits We Offer • $2,000 first month bonus* for therapists who work 40 hours in their first 30 days on the platform., • $1,000 first client bonus** for therapists that engage with their first client within 14 days of beginning their application., • Competitive Compensation with an estimated annual earnings range of $78,000 to $114,400 that is paid hourly for someone who works 30-40 hours on the platform each week for the full year., • Work from the comfort of home (fully remote), • Complete control over your schedule, • Free access to 390+ CEU courses, • Free BetterHelp Membership, • Compensation paid weekly, • No insurance paneling and zero fees **$1,000 first client bonus is only available to therapists licensed in the state of California. Qualifications Years of Experience: 3+ years (Required) Education: Master's (Required) Licenses We Accept: Full Independent Clinical: LCSW, LPCC, LMFT, Psychologist, PsyD, etc. Private practice with no doors and no overhead. Join the world's largest online therapy platform. Put simply: You provide the clinical expertise, we take care of everything else. And we mean everything else. What we offer: • Consistent referrals: Full clinical caseload can be established within the first 30 days., • Zero overhead: No fees are collected from the therapist, ever., • Flexible schedule: You are always in control of your schedule and appointment times., • Engaged clients: You are connected with clients who fit your specific areas of expertise. Then, BetterHelp provides clients with a wide variety of ways to connect with you so that they can best start their therapeutic journey: from scheduled live sessions, to shared journal entries, to audio and video messages, to clinical worksheets, to formal goal setting and tracking, and more., • Autonomy over clinical decisions: You are the licensed and trained clinician. BetterHelp will defer to your clinical judgment and expertise about the most effective and clinically appropriate approach for each client., • Resources to keep you connected: BetterHelp has a strong and accessible peer community of over 34,000 therapists, available to you directly through the platform., • Mental health therapists looking for an easy, all-in-one technology platform for telehealth., • Therapists who want to focus 100% on clinical work – not on acquiring clients, billing, support, or operations. (We handle all of that!), • Counselors who want a feature-rich platform that is constantly adding new clinical tools – not just video conferencing software., • Mental health counselors who want the opportunity to work with specific populations or presenting concerns., • A private and professional environment for conducting sessions., • Excellent written communication., • Must have professional liability insurance., • Reliable Internet connection., • Currently residing in the US.

Job Description Benefits We Offer • $2,000 first month bonus* for therapists who work 40 hours in their first 30 days on the platform., • $1,000 first client bonus** for therapists that engage with their first client within 14 days of beginning their application., • Competitive Compensation with an estimated annual earnings range of $78,000 to $114,400 that is paid hourly for someone who works 30-40 hours on the platform each week for the full year., • Work from the comfort of home (fully remote), • Complete control over your schedule, • Free access to 390+ CEU courses, • Free BetterHelp Membership, • Compensation paid weekly, • No insurance paneling and zero fees **$1,000 first client bonus is only available to therapists licensed in the state of California. Qualifications Years of Experience: 3+ years (Required) Education: Master's (Required) Licenses We Accept: Full Independent Clinical: LCSW, LPCC, LMFT, Psychologist, PsyD, etc. Private practice with no doors and no overhead. Join the world's largest online therapy platform. Put simply: You provide the clinical expertise, we take care of everything else. And we mean everything else. What we offer: • Consistent referrals: Full clinical caseload can be established within the first 30 days., • Zero overhead: No fees are collected from the therapist, ever., • Flexible schedule: You are always in control of your schedule and appointment times., • Engaged clients: You are connected with clients who fit your specific areas of expertise. Then, BetterHelp provides clients with a wide variety of ways to connect with you so that they can best start their therapeutic journey: from scheduled live sessions, to shared journal entries, to audio and video messages, to clinical worksheets, to formal goal setting and tracking, and more., • Autonomy over clinical decisions: You are the licensed and trained clinician. BetterHelp will defer to your clinical judgment and expertise about the most effective and clinically appropriate approach for each client., • Resources to keep you connected: BetterHelp has a strong and accessible peer community of over 34,000 therapists, available to you directly through the platform., • Mental health therapists looking for an easy, all-in-one technology platform for telehealth., • Therapists who want to focus 100% on clinical work – not on acquiring clients, billing, support, or operations. (We handle all of that!), • Counselors who want a feature-rich platform that is constantly adding new clinical tools – not just video conferencing software., • Mental health counselors who want the opportunity to work with specific populations or presenting concerns., • A private and professional environment for conducting sessions., • Excellent written communication., • Must have professional liability insurance., • Reliable Internet connection., • Currently residing in the US.

Job Description JOB TITLE: Community Health Educator (CHE) (Multiple Centers & Greater Los Angeles County Area) Bienestar Human Services is a unique non-profit social service organization that successfully improves the health and well-being of the Latino and other underserved communities in Southern California. BIENESTAR uses a uniquely relevant, peer-based approach, combined with 100% cultural competence and community outreach, to improve the outcome of public health. BIENESTAR networks with other social service organizations to provide a complete package of support to its clients. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Community Health Educator (CHE) will act as a liaison between patients, healthcare providers, mental health care, substance abuse care, social services, and other relevant programs across the agency to promote effective communication. This position focuses on providing knowledge and skills regarding primary care, HIV/AIDS, STDs, Hepatitis, Substance Abuse, Mental Health and addressing the social determinants of health and community barriers that increase health disparities for Latino LGBTQ+ and underserved community members. The goal of the position is to create and promote a healthier, more positive environment for Latino LGBTQ+ and underserved community members through a lens of equality and justice. SUMMARY OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: * Greet and welcome patients, clients, and visitors in a professional, welcoming, and courteous manner making them feel welcome when entering any BIENESTAR facility. * Act as a liaison between patients/participants, healthcare providers, mental health care, substance abuse care, Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), social services (e.g., housing navigation, legal services, employment services, shelter, etc.) and other relevant programs across the agency to promote effective communication. * Manage patient enrollment, communication, schedule appointments, provide referrals across BIENESTAR’s programs and services, obtain necessary authorizations, and patient information to provide and achieve successful treatment goals and care for the patients. * Connect patients to multiple BIENESTAR’s resources and programs, including treatment programs, healthcare programs, support groups, and community services to address patient needs. * Expected to be knowledgeable about the organization’s programs, services, and resources to be able to link, refer, in order to provide successful treatment and care for the patients. * Administer and conduct HIV/STI testing, pre and post-test counseling, and Post Exposure Prophylactics (PrEP) and/or Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) education, while also facilitating access to medical care and other support services for individuals newly diagnosed or at risk of HIV/STI. * Assist the patients with practical arrangements such as: foodbank, transportation, translation & interpretation needs, and assistance with tests, referrals, and appointments. * Maintain inventory of program supplies and educational materials, while loading/unloading of packages and containers, build-up/break-down, and sort program supplies, as applicable. * Conduct initial patient assessment and deliver brief interventions using motivational interviewing techniques to communicate with participants in a respectful, culturally appropriate, and non-judgmental manner. * Maintain relationships with local healthcare providers, treatment centers, social service organizations, and advocate on the participant’s behalf when needed and/or required. * Expected to address the principles of “person-first” language, non-stigmatizing language, and empower the underserved populations & all communities. * Provide health insurance enrollment assistance: including, but not limited to completing coverage applications, gathering required documentation, supporting the enrollment process, provide structured patient education on health coverage, ADAP, engage in follow-up and renewal assistance for enrolled individuals. * Assist individuals and/or families with health insurance program enrollments (for uninsured individuals and/or families to access subsidized, low-cost, and/or free health insurance programs through the health insurance marketplace, Medi-Cal, among other programs) to provide ongoing support and increase to linkage/referral of patients to access BIENESTAR’s programs and services. * Develop, discover, participate, engage, and attend community events (mandatory evenings and weekends) to promote and build awareness of coverage options, missions, services, and programs across the organization (e.g., outreach, community backpack outreach, etc.). * Attend and successfully complete all required training agency programs, meetings, and other professional development opportunities. * Adhere compliance to all federal, state, local, community partners, outside providers, organization, and patient confidentiality privacy regulations (including but not limited to: HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and all other policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, safety, and security). * Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient electronic health records and reports to level of requirements mandated in agency policy and complete all documentation in a timely manner. * Provide training to new or other staff members required. * Identify and address patient needs and challenges. * Facilitate and lead support groups and interventions. * Complete all necessary documentation in a timely manner, including written communications with external agencies with approved consent for shared data. * Expected to operate company vehicle(s) safely and efficiently, following all traffic laws and company policies. Valid Driver License, Vehicle Insurance, and Driving Record required. * Perform all other program and organization duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: * Bachelor’s degree in Public Health or Social Services is preferred or a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience. * California HIV Test Counselor Certification preferred and required after six (6) months of starting the position. * Community Enrollment Partners Certification preferred. * Ability to identify and address patient needs and challenges. * Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) systems and other computer applications. * Ability to provide excellent customer service to patients and their families. * Experience and interpersonal skills working with culturally and socially diverse underserved community groups including drug/alcohol, HIV/STI, and hepatitis C impacted and affected individuals and groups. * Knowledgeable of the substance use community, with primary focus in the Latino community. * Familiarity with various substance abuse disorders, treatment modalities, methodologies, and recovery processes are preferred. * Must be able to lift a minimum of 10 pounds. * Able to work independently and collaboratively with staff and leadership. * Ability to provide education and information regarding HIV, substance abuse, and mental health services to clients, community members, and other organization members. * Knowledge and demonstrated experience working with the LGBTQ+ community and familiarity with issues of relevance to the LGBTQ+ community. * Bilingual in English and Spanish with excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Experience and interpersonal skills working with culturally and socially diverse community groups who are underserved; including and not limited to the LGBTQ+ community. * Must have a reliable form of transportation as travel to different sites within LA county may be required. HOURS: 40 Hours - Some Weekends & Evenings required. EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Non-Exempt SALARY: TBD - Commensurate with education and experience. BENEFITS: * Medical, dental, vision, & life insurance – Fully paid by the organization after 90 days of employment. * 403B retirement package with matching contribution * 14 paid holidays LOCATION(s): South Los Angeles, East Los Angeles, Panorama City, Pomona, Long Beach, Hollywood. * Must be willing to travel between BIENESTAR centers and within the county and/or surrounding areas. * Must be willing to work evening hours and weekends. SUBMIT RESUME TO: Position Will Remain Open Until Filled. BIENESTAR Is An Equal Opportunity Employer. Members of the LGBTQ+ community are encouraged to apply. #hc229657

Job Description JOB TITLE: PRIMARY CARE COORDINATOR/MEDICAL ASSISTANT – EAST LOS ANGELES & POMONA Bienestar Human Services is a unique non-profit social service organization that successfully improves the health and well-being of the Latino and other underserved communities in Southern California. BIENESTAR uses a uniquely relevant, peer-based approach, combined with 100% cultural competence and community outreach, to improve the outcome of public health. BIENESTAR networks with other social service organizations to provide a complete package of support to its clients. POSITION DESCRIPTION: This position will be reporting to the Clinic leadership. The Primary Care Coordinator/Medical Assistant is responsible to provide patient care and administrative support. This position will assist will patient examinations, collection of medical history, take vital signs, draw blood, and prepare patients for their medical appointments. The position focuses on providing knowledge and skills regarding primary care, HIV/AIDS, STDs, Hepatitis, Substance Abuse, Mental Health and addressing the social determinants of health and community barriers that increase health disparities for Latino LGBTQ+ and underserved community members. The goal of the position is to create and promote a healthier, more positive environment for Latino LGBTQ+ and underserved community members through a lens of equality and justice. SUMMARY OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: • Coordinate the medical care of patients and provide treatment education on-and off site at community outreach locations., • Consult with providers and other treatment staff to support successful services and care for the patient(s)., • Provide health education for consumers and family members not limited to infection control, physical health, nutrition, smoking cessation, disease process and advanced directives., • Contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring, and updating of the individual treatment and crisis plan and review of those plans., • Educates on the tools and strategies to self-manage the consumer’s illness and improve quality of life., • Prepare patients before drawing blood and following up with testing results., • Record program activities and monitor outcomes by keeping accurate, updated client records and documentation., • Conduct individual counseling sessions and timely referrals for clients., • Facilitate and provide options and guidance to assist clients to access and obtain specified services to answer individual needs., • Provide the organization with weekly/monthly/quarterly reports and keeps accurate up-to-date records and documentation of program activities to meet contractual obligations., • Adhere compliance to all federal, state, local, community partners, outside providers, organization, and patient confidentiality privacy regulations (including but not limited to: HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and all other policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, safety, and security)., • Required to provide medical assistant services via a mobile medical unit., • Act as a liaison between patients/participants, healthcare providers, mental health care, substance abuse care, Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), social services (e.g., housing navigation, legal services, employment services, shelter, etc.) and other relevant programs across the agency to promote effective communication., • Manage patient enrollment, communication, schedule appointments, provide referrals across BIENESTAR’s programs and services, obtain necessary authorizations, and patient information to provide and achieve successful treatment goals and care for the patients., • Connect patients to multiple BIENESTAR’s resources and programs, including treatment programs, healthcare programs, support groups, and community services to address patient needs., • Expected to be knowledgeable about the organization’s programs, services, and resources to be able to link, refer, in order to provide successful treatment and care for the patients., • Provide health insurance enrollment assistance: including, but not limited to completing coverage applications, gathering required documentation, supporting the enrollment process, provide structured patient education on health coverage, ADAP, engage in follow-up and renewal assistance for enrolled individuals., • Develop, discover, participate, engage, and attend community events (mandatory evenings and weekends) to promote and build awareness of coverage options, missions, services, and programs across the organization (e.g., outreach, community backpack outreach, etc.)., • Attend and successfully complete all required training agency programs, meetings, and other professional development opportunities., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient electronic health records and reports to level of requirements mandated in agency policy and complete all documentation in a timely manner., • Maintain inventory of program supplies and educational materials, while loading/unloading of packages and containers, build-up/break-down, and sort program supplies, as applicable., • Conduct initial patient assessment and deliver brief interventions using motivational interviewing techniques to communicate with participants in a respectful, culturally appropriate, and non-judgmental manner., • Maintain relationships with local healthcare providers, treatment centers, social service organizations, and advocate on the participant’s behalf when needed and/or required., • Expected to address the principles of “person-first” language, non-stigmatizing language, and empower the underserved populations & all communities., • Provide training to new or other staff members required., • Identify and address patient needs and challenges., • Perform all other program and organization duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: • Bachelor’s Degree in a healthcare, behavioral healthcare, or related field preferred., • Certified Medical Assistant required., • Professional certification in phlebotomy from a recognized program., • Ability to successfully draw blood from patients without complications., • Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience., • California HIV Test Counselor Certification preferred., • Community Enrollment Partners Certification preferred., • Ability to identify and address patient needs and challenges., • Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) systems and other computer applications., • Ability to provide excellent customer service to patients and their families., • Experience and interpersonal skills working with culturally and socially diverse underserved community groups including drug/alcohol, HIV/STI, and hepatitis C impacted and affected individuals and groups., • Knowledgeable of the substance use community, with primary focus in the Latino community., • Familiarity with various substance abuse disorders, treatment modalities, methodologies, and recovery processes are preferred., • Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds., • Able to work independently and collaboratively with staff and leadership., • Ability to provide education and information regarding HIV, substance abuse, and mental health services to clients, community members, and other organization members., • Knowledge and demonstrated experience working with the LGBTQ+ community and familiarity with issues of relevance to the LGBTQ+ community., • Bilingual in English and Spanish with excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Experience and interpersonal skills working with culturally and socially diverse community groups who are underserved; including and not limited to the LGBTQ+ community., • Must have a reliable form of transportation as travel to different sites within LA county may be required. HOURS: 40 Hours - Some Weekends & Evenings required. EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Non-Exempt SALARY: $24.00 - $28.50 - Commensurate with education and experience. BENEFITS: • Medical, dental, vision, & life insurance – Fully paid by the organization after 90 days of employment., • 403B retirement package with matching contribution, • 14 paid holidays LOCATION(s): East Los Angeles • Must be willing to travel between BIENESTAR centers and within the county and/or surrounding areas., • Must be willing to work evening hours and weekends. SUBMIT RESUME TO: Position Will Remain Open Until Filled. BIENESTAR Is An Equal Opportunity Employer. Members of the LGBTQ+ community are encouraged to apply. #hc229673

Job DescriptionSalary: The Clinical Counselor is responsible for the delivery of various therapeutic services at the Facility which provides optimal quality care and consistency to both the client and the course of their recovery. Oversees the clinical integrity of the program and provides clinical supervision to counselors and case management staff. Conducts varies assessments as assigned, carries a caseload of up to six clients and participate in treatment planning/reviews and implementation and comprehensive documentation. Receives clinical supervision from Clinical Director. Receives direction regarding operational organization of the Facility from Program Director. works cooperatively as a recovery team member. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 2. Provides appropriate referral options when indicated and/or required., 5. Carries cell phone for weekend and night on call coverage., 6. Conducts groups and individual sessions to clients per program standards., 7. Utilizes clinical skills to facilitate group process and individual/family sessions., 8. Documents, on a daily basis, the clients progress and participation., 13. Meets individually with the client periodically before and afer weekly stafng.14. Assists the client in discharge planning as needed, i.e. provides referrals when necessary., 16. Obtains and utilizes appropriate visual and teaching aids, i.e. videos, chalkboard and materials., 21. Maintains professional rapport with the referral source as well as utilization review personnel., 22. Keeps the Facility office staff appraised of pertinent interaction with clients., 27. Participates in performance improvement opportunities as requested., 28. Maintains a working knowledge and complies with DHCS standards., 29. Conducts tours of the Facility as requested by supervisor., 30. Observes The Facility policy and procedure requirements as it pertains to personnel., 31. Conforms to the philosophy and ethics of the Facility., 34. Participates in quality Improvement task groups (as assigned)., 38. Transports clients per supervisor's directives (for court, ancillary services, etc.)., 39. Ensures transportation safety by conducting van inspections and following safety rules., 40. Facilitates/approves any client passes, 44. Obtains and utilizes appropriate visual and teaching aids, i.e. videos, chalkboard and materials., 49. Maintains professional rapport with the referral source as well as utilization review personnel., 50. Keeps the Facility office staff appraised of pertinent interaction with clients., 55. Participates in performance improvement opportunities as requested., 56. Maintains a working knowledge and complies with DHCS standards., 57. Conducts tours of the Facility as requested by supervisor., 58. Observes The Facility policy and procedure requirements as it pertains to personnel., 59. Conforms to the philosophy and ethics of the Facility., 62. Participates in quality Improvement task groups (as assigned)., 66. Transports clients per supervisor's directives (for court, ancillary services, etc.)., 67. Ensures transportation safety by conducting van inspections and following safety rules., 68. Facilitates/approves any client passes

Job Description Benefits We Offer • $2,000 first month bonus* for therapists who work 40 hours in their first 30 days on the platform., • $1,000 first client bonus** for therapists that engage with their first client within 14 days of beginning their application., • Competitive Compensation with an estimated annual earnings range of $78,000 to $114,400 that is paid hourly for someone who works 30-40 hours on the platform each week for the full year., • Work from the comfort of home (fully remote), • Complete control over your schedule, • Free access to 390+ CEU courses, • Free BetterHelp Membership, • Compensation paid weekly, • No insurance paneling and zero fees **$1,000 first client bonus is only available to therapists licensed in the state of California. Qualifications Years of Experience: 3+ years (Required) Education: Master's (Required) Licenses We Accept: Full Independent Clinical: LCSW, LPCC, LMFT, Psychologist, PsyD, etc. Private practice with no doors and no overhead. Join the world's largest online therapy platform. Put simply: You provide the clinical expertise, we take care of everything else. And we mean everything else. What we offer: • Consistent referrals: Full clinical caseload can be established within the first 30 days., • Zero overhead: No fees are collected from the therapist, ever., • Flexible schedule: You are always in control of your schedule and appointment times., • Engaged clients: You are connected with clients who fit your specific areas of expertise. Then, BetterHelp provides clients with a wide variety of ways to connect with you so that they can best start their therapeutic journey: from scheduled live sessions, to shared journal entries, to audio and video messages, to clinical worksheets, to formal goal setting and tracking, and more., • Autonomy over clinical decisions: You are the licensed and trained clinician. BetterHelp will defer to your clinical judgment and expertise about the most effective and clinically appropriate approach for each client., • Resources to keep you connected: BetterHelp has a strong and accessible peer community of over 34,000 therapists, available to you directly through the platform., • Mental health therapists looking for an easy, all-in-one technology platform for telehealth., • Therapists who want to focus 100% on clinical work – not on acquiring clients, billing, support, or operations. (We handle all of that!), • Counselors who want a feature-rich platform that is constantly adding new clinical tools – not just video conferencing software., • Mental health counselors who want the opportunity to work with specific populations or presenting concerns., • A private and professional environment for conducting sessions., • Excellent written communication., • Must have professional liability insurance., • Reliable Internet connection., • Currently residing in the US.

Job Description This position is for the upcoming DMH Van Nuys Location: 6909 Sepulveda Blvd, Van Nuys, CA 91405 Position Summary The mission of Hope the Mission (HTM) is to prevent, reduce, and eliminate poverty, hunger, and homelessness by offering immediate assistance and long-term solutions. Our mission is to meet our participants’ needs through an individualized and non-judgmental approach that will ultimately lead to long term housing stability. The Substance Use Counselor will provide counseling and support to clients suffering from drug or alcohol dependency, psychoeducate clients on evidenced based practices to help in their recovery process, assist with case management needs, and work on linking clients to Medication Assisted Treatment, detox, and residential services as needed. Under the supervision of the clinical supervisor, the Substance Use Counselor will assist in conducting seeking safety, harm reduction, trauma-informed, low-barrier, culturally responsive, and person-centered care to improve mental health and behavioral health outcomes of participants residing at Hope the Mission’s interim housing shelters. This position will be a part of a multi-disciplinary team of staff including but not limited to clinical supervisors, clinicians, mental health care coordinators, substance use counselors, and peer support specialists and provide support to staff in other departments through case consultation, training, and de-escalation. Specific Duties ● Outreach and engagement with clients in a variety of different settings. ● Conduct enrollment assessments, SUD screenings, individualized wellness, safety and care plans in collaboration with participants. ●Facilitate substance use counseling, psychoeducation groups, case management and provide psychoeducation to clients. ●Utilize a person-centered, seeking safety, crisis management, motivational interviewing, harm-reduction, trauma-informed care, and housing first approach with clients. ●Coordinate SUD services such as provide referrals/linkage to external substance use resources including MAT treatment, psychiatric services, detox, and residential services. ●Ability to create and maintain boundaries with clients and understand the limitations of a professional working relationship only within the work setting. ●Completes and maintains all documentation of services delivered. ●Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary treatment team to ensure effective delivery of a full spectrum of clinical and social services ●Participates in all staff meetings with HTM when appropriate ● Conduct risk assessments and support with requesting the Psychiatric Mobile Response Team and emergency personnel for 5150 holds as appropriate. ● Strong group facilitation skills, ability to plan and execute onsite activities for clients. ● Carry a full case load of individuals struggling with SUD, severe mental illness, and co-occurring disorders. ● Must be comfortable working in a disciplinary team consisted of clinicians, SUD counselors, peers, supervisors, case managers, and other community partners. ● Expected to participate in care coordination meetings, treatment team meetings, and trainings. ● Collaborating and connecting with resources outside of the organization when necessary. ● Expected to participate in individual and group supervision meetings. Other Duties ● Communicate effectively and respond to correspondences in a timely manner. ● Identify potentially unsafe systems/processes/situations and takes initiative to report to supervisor. ● Perform any other duties, projects and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor. Minimum Qualifications ● Must have a high school diploma or GED with an associate degree. ● Must have completed an SUD program or be in the process of completing an SUD program. ● CAADE, CADTP, or CCAPP Certification preferred but not required. ● Registered CA intern or CATC required. ● 1 year experience providing substance use counseling preferred ● Bilingual Spanish Preferred but not required ● Experience working with culturally diverse, severely mentally ill clients and clients with co-occurring substance use diagnoses preferred ● Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness highly preferred ● Demonstrated ability to develop and conduct in-service training to staff/interns on substance use and related topics. ● Must be able to accurately document all services provided to clients ● Drug screen, Background, Motor Vehicle record (MVR), Live Scan, TB test required ● A valid CA Driver’s License is required. Knowledge ● Willing and able to work well with no or low-income homeless individuals ● Demonstrate courtesy, mutual respect and compassion in dealing with others Initiate and present positive solutions to problems ● Demonstrate effective working relations and works effectively as part of the team ● Demonstrate a willingness to accommodate requirements or changing priorities in the workplace ● Knowledge of current legal standards pertaining to professional practice, reporting requirements (i.e., suspected abuse; Tarasoff), professional boundaries and related issues. Skills ● Ability to develop excellent rapport with clients ● Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing ● Must have the ability to coordinate a continuum of treatment / services for clients ● Excellent verbal, oral and presentation skills ● Strong interpersonal skills ● Problem solving and strategizing capabilities ● Ability in decision-making and problem-solving PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS, EQUIPMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Employee is required to: Walk and climb stairs; stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis; Grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead; Handle, finger, grasp and feel objects and equipment; Reach with hands and arms; Be mobile by moving oneself from place to place quickly and easily; Repeat various motions with the wrists, hands, and fingers; Be able to perform visual activities for (including, but not limited to) administrative and clerical tasks; Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Communicate, receive and exchange ideas, information by means of the spoken and written word; Drive vehicle in and around Los Angeles County; Be able to enter various buildings that may require climbing stairs. Be periodically subjected to outside environmental conditions. Employee may work in proximity to service animals and emotional support animals; Use a desktop and/or laptop computer; copy, postage, and fax machines. Complete all required forms in personal writing. Work Environment: The employee may be in contact with individuals and families in crisis who may be ill, using alcohol and drugs, and who may not be attentive to basic personal hygiene, health and safety practices. The employee may experience a number of unpleasant sensory demands associated with the clients’ use of alcohol and drugs, and lack of personal hygiene. The employee must be ready to respond quickly and effectively to many types of situations, including crisis situations and potentially hostile situations. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate in an office setting. Sometimes work may become stressful when working under pressure. 2 different schedules. One will be in the morning and the other in the evening. Can Change as needed.

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