Contact: 
Send your resume and cover letter to: MaryvaleCareers@Maryvale.org or call
Carrie Garza, Recruitment Manager, 626.537.3344.

Postal Mail:
Maryvale: Attention Recruitment
7600 East Graves Ave. Rosemead, CA 91770

COMMUNITY-BASED THERAPIST (BILINGUAL SPANISH)

Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, the Community-Based Therapist is directly responsible for the planning and delivery of community-based mental health services in accordance with guidelines established by Maryvale and the Los Angeles Department of Mental Health, (LACDMH). This includes providing services to clients and families within the outpatient and/or Wraparound program.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Demonstrate a passion and commitment for the Mission and Vincentian Core Values of Maryvale and the Daughters of Charity.
• Create an atmosphere of enthusiasm and energetic commitment and serve as a role model in carrying out the Mission.
• Promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Follow the Trauma Informed Care philosophy when supporting and addressing the needs of the children and families Maryvale serves.
• Utilize Trauma Informed Care approach in recognizing the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role that trauma has played in the lives of the clients/residents.
• Assist in the healing process by developing appropriate RICH® (Respect, Information, Connection and Hope) relationships with those served.
• Follow Universal Precautions when exposed to blood and body fluids.
• Follow Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to safety and the use of equipment/machinery.
• Support Maryvale’s Performance and Quality Improvement Plan and participate in discussion regarding department or program goals, data collection and/or analysis.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to clients and families in the office, field, school, or other community location to those in enrolled in the outpatient programs as well as the Wraparound program.
• Complete comprehensive assessments and treatment plans in accordance with LACDMH guidelines.
• Provide evidenced-based treatment to clients including TF-CBT, MAP, and or PCIT.
• Responsible for maintaining and submitting all relevant clinical documentation per the expectations of Maryvale and LACDMH.
• Meet client service expectations established by the agency.
• Consults and collaborate with various external professionals working on behalf of the client and family such as schools, DCFS, Probation, or the Regional Center.
• Coordinate psychiatric services as necessary.
• Participate in Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings and other case conferences as needed.
• Coordinate with the Wraparound Team on a regular basis for cases assigned within the Wraparound program. This includes participating in CFT meetings at least 1x per month, and as needed.
• On-call 24/7 for clients and families.
• Attend internal and external meetings/trainings as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registered, licensed or licensed eligible Associate Social Worker or Associate Marriage and Family Therapist.
• Master’s degree from accredited social work, marriage and family therapy, or psychology program.
• Must be Spanish speaking
• Trained and or certified in MAP, TF-CBT, and or PCIT preferred.
• Experience providing high quality mental health services of various levels, preferably in the areas of infant, child, adolescent, and or transitional aged youth/adults mental health and family therapy;
• Experience in and commitment to a community mental health model;
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary treatment team;
• Excellent communication and written skills;
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Pre-employment physical exam and criminal and OIG background clearance;
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license and car insurance and ability to drive.

SCHEDULE EXPECTATIONS:

• Flexible hours dependent upon needs of client.
• Schedule will vary day to day, and may include evenings and weekend hours.
• On-call 24/7 for clients and families.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear. The associate is often required to stand and sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Associate is required to drive a motor vehicle.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

In addition to rewarding career opportunities, Maryvale offers a highly competitive benefits package. Associates are eligible for the following benefits:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - Maryvale offers a choice of two medical plans and two dental plans for full-time Associates. In addition, we offer vision insurance through VSP. The majority of an Associate's premiums are covered by the agency and Associates are offered the opportunity to add dependents to their insurance plans for an additional cost.

Holiday Pay - Maryvale recognizes 10 full-day paid holidays,  and 1 Holiday of Choice each calendar year (Regular part-time employees receive pro-rated time).

Vacation - Maryvale recognizes the value of rest and relaxation and encourages Associates to take time off with their families. Regular full-time Associates accrue paid vacation leave according to the following schedule:

• 1 to 3 years of service - 10 working days per year
• 4 to 7 years of service - 15 working days per year
• 8 years or more of service - 20 working days per year

Sick Time - Associates accrue sick time at 1 hour for each 28.9 hours of work.

Life Insurance - Maryvale pays for a basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Policy that pays beneficiaries a flat $15,000 death benefit.

401(k) Pension Plan - Associates are eligible to enroll in the 401(k) Retirement Plan on the first day of the month after their hire date.

• Match of Employee Contributions: After completing one year of service, Maryvale will match 100% of an Associate’s salary deferral up to a maximum of the first 3% (1%-3%). In addition, Maryvale will match 66% of an Associate’s salary deferral up to a maximum of the next 3% (3%-6%).
• Non-Elective Contribution: After an Associate completes one full year of service, Maryvale on the Associate’s behalf, will begin making a fixed non-elective contribution equal to 3% of the Associate’s income. This contribution is separate from the matching contribution and vests over a 5 year period.

Long Term Disability Insurance - Maryvale offers Long Term Disability Insurance to all benefits-eligible Associates at no cost to the Associate. Maryvale pays the full premium for these benefits which provide salary protection in the event an Associate becomes disabled for an extended period of time.

Credit Union - Maryvale Associates are given the opportunity to become members of the Foothill Credit Union.

Employee Assistance Program - The EAP Program is a confidential service that provides counseling, financial planning and legal advice free of charge to all Maryvale Associates and their families.