Associate Clinician I in Salinas, California at Hope Program, A Licensed Clinical Social Worker Professional Corporation
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Job Description
Company OverviewThe HOPE Program is a specialized forensic mental health clinic that primarily serves individuals who have come into contact with the law as a result of a sexual offense. HOPE is certified with the California Sex Offender Management Board (CASOMB) and, as such, utilizes the latest research in providing services to individuals and families to reduce their risk of reoffending and promoting public safety. HOPE’s stated mission is to provide effective, confidential treatment in a non-judgmental and supportive environment that delivers change and prevents future victimization. The HOPE Program provides individualized & specialized services for:• Adult Male & Female Offenders• Developmentally Delayed Offenders• Mentally Disordered Offenders• Sexually Abusive Adolescents• Chaperone Training Program and other populationsReports To
You will report to Clinical Director
Locations- Central Region: Stockton, Modesto, and Merced
- San Francisco Region: San Francisco, San Mateo
- North East Bay Region: Richmond (El Cerrito), Pittsburg (Concord), Berkeley, Vallejo and Fairfield
South East Bay Region: Hayward
- North Coast Region: Salinas, Capitola
- South Coast Region: San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria
- North San Diego Region: Escondido and Moreno Valley
- South San Diego Region: El Cajon, San Diego
Clinical assessment and treatment of sex offenders
Clinical assessment and treatment of non-offending relatives
Case management
To maintain program documentation as required
To represent the agency as needed in the community (i.e. serving on committees, making presentations on our programs, etc)
To participate in agency clinical meetings, team meetings and staff meetings as well as participate in in-service training.
Maintain agency documentation as required
Ongoing communication with referral sources
Attend trainings, conferences, and workshops
Provide court testimony
Other duties as assigned
Masters Degree in Psychology or related field
Minimum of 1 years’ experience in clinical setting
Registered with Board of Behavioral Sciences
Working knowledge of theory and application of Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment
Working knowledge of ATSA’s “Practice Standards and Guidelines”
Ability to organize and run a treatment group with adult men or women
Ability to produce accurate and complete assessments formulated from knowledge of sex offender dynamics
Ability to write effective case notes and report on data from files
Ability to organize work
Ability to work independently; but relate issues to manager appropriately
Ability to work effectively when under extreme pressure
Adhere to California Sex Offender Management Board - State Certification Requirements (CASOMB)
Adhere to board licensing standards and requirements
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage difficult client discussions
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with peers, supervisors, and outside agencies
Ability to work independently and in a group setting
Dedication to preventing further sexual victimization and ability to address difficult issues with a challenging population
Proven track record of reliability and consistency of high performance
Strong desire to learn and grow professionally
Exhibits an exemplary work ethic by being highly organized, detailed, and thorough
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and ensuring equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
All hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.