Therapist
Los Angeles, CA
Full Time
ICMS
Experienced
The Organization
SSG-Project 180 turns lives around through innovative, wraparound services that keep people out of
institutions and in their communities. Project 180 is a leader in the forensic treatment space, offering
high-quality, specialized treatment programs that serve thousands of justice-involved individuals. Our
programs span criminal justice intercepts and include pre-arrest interventions, court-based diversions, jail in-reach, and intensive post-release services. Project 180 operates in partnership with County agencies including the Department of Mental Health (DMH), the Department of Health Services (DHS), and the Justice, Care and Opportunities Department (JCOD).
The Program
The Intensive Case Management Services (ICMS) program is funded by the Department of Health
Service (DHS) Office of Diversion and Reentry. The ODR/ICMS program provides intensive wraparound
services to the high-need/high-barrier behavioral health population in the LA County jail system. The
program provides both interim and permanent supportive housing for some of the most underserved or
highest utilizers in the county system.
The Position
The ICMS Therapist works within an interdisciplinary team to provide intensive, wraparound, field-based
clinical services to clients with a forensic dual-diagnosed background, to help them establish permanent
supportive housing. The ICMS Therapist is responsible for conducting assessments, developing and
implementing comprehensive treatment plans for clients in collaboration with clients’ treatment teams,
and conducting individual and group sessions to assist clients with stability and recovery. The ICMS
Therapist serves as a clinical expert on the treatment team. They are able to develop strong working
relationships with clients and support them in making meaningful progress towards their individualized
goals. This position reports to the ICMS Clinical Service Manager.
Essential Functions
Provide intensive, wraparound, field-based clinical services to support client goals
Required:
$35.76-$39.34/hour
Supervisory Responsibilities
None.
Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions)
Job duties are to be performed both in office and field settings throughout LA County.
Physical Requirements
The employee is expected to move about the worksite throughout the day, which may involve walking,
standing, and climbing stairs, or using a mobility device, or similar. The employee is expected to drive,
carry a maximum of 20 lbs, listen, and speak in order to complete job requirements.
Mental Requirements
The employee must be able to do any/all of the following: perform complex and varied tasks such as
synthesizing information and making decisions without immediate supervision; handle routine
distractions, interruptions, noise, and uncontrollable changes in priorities/work schedules; interact
professionally and diplomatically in high-stress situations; create and follow plans; meet deadlines.
SSG-Project 180 turns lives around through innovative, wraparound services that keep people out of
institutions and in their communities. Project 180 is a leader in the forensic treatment space, offering
high-quality, specialized treatment programs that serve thousands of justice-involved individuals. Our
programs span criminal justice intercepts and include pre-arrest interventions, court-based diversions, jail in-reach, and intensive post-release services. Project 180 operates in partnership with County agencies including the Department of Mental Health (DMH), the Department of Health Services (DHS), and the Justice, Care and Opportunities Department (JCOD).
The Program
The Intensive Case Management Services (ICMS) program is funded by the Department of Health
Service (DHS) Office of Diversion and Reentry. The ODR/ICMS program provides intensive wraparound
services to the high-need/high-barrier behavioral health population in the LA County jail system. The
program provides both interim and permanent supportive housing for some of the most underserved or
highest utilizers in the county system.
The Position
The ICMS Therapist works within an interdisciplinary team to provide intensive, wraparound, field-based
clinical services to clients with a forensic dual-diagnosed background, to help them establish permanent
supportive housing. The ICMS Therapist is responsible for conducting assessments, developing and
implementing comprehensive treatment plans for clients in collaboration with clients’ treatment teams,
and conducting individual and group sessions to assist clients with stability and recovery. The ICMS
Therapist serves as a clinical expert on the treatment team. They are able to develop strong working
relationships with clients and support them in making meaningful progress towards their individualized
goals. This position reports to the ICMS Clinical Service Manager.
Essential Functions
Provide intensive, wraparound, field-based clinical services to support client goals
- Actively engage clients in clinical services through the development of strong rapport, consistent contact and use of motivational interviewing. Provide service by meeting clients “where they are at” (service location, client’s point of view).
- Services provided aim to target symptom reduction and cornerstones of recovery-oriented care (instilling hope, empowerment, self-responsibility and engaging in meaningful roles). Ensure service delivery is consistent with ethical standards within a harm reduction, strength-based, trauma-informed framework.
- Clinical services include: assessments, diagnosing, treatment planning, as well as individual and group psychotherapy, rehabilitation, clinical case management, and crisis intervention.
- Engage and join with collaterals (family members, probation, court) as appropriate. Provide education related to mental health recovery to better support clients. Engage in client advocacy.
- Conduct urine analysis tests as indicated by a client’s treatment plan, if needed.
- Actively contribute to planning and execution of interventions in collaboration with the treatment team to promote client care.
- Participate in coordinated interventions with other members of the treatment team, both in-office and in the field.
- Collaborate with external partners (i.e. probation/parole officers, court staff, LASD, residential substance treatment facilities, primary care clinics, etc) to ensure high quality, integrated care.
- Maintain comprehensive case notes in the electronic health record per program guidelines
- Maintain and submit billing records per program guidelines
- Participate in program data collection per program guidelines.
- Regular attendance required. Holiday or weekend work may be required.
- Maintain and uphold Agency mission statement, values, policies, procedures, and principles.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Maintain active license and/or registrations as applicable (i.e. BBS, CCAPP)
- Clinical Expertise: Provides clinical care with a focus on high-quality service delivery.
- Empathetic, clear and effective verbal and electronic communication, and excellent listening skills to build strong relationships.
- Culturally competent: Understands and is sensitive to diverse backgrounds and needs.
- Resourceful: Efficiently navigates and utilizes available resources.
- Collaborative: Able to work in diverse teams to solve complex issues.
- Adaptive and flexible to changing circumstances and client needs in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills, remains calm and emotionally-regulated under pressure.
- Courteous, respectful and helpful with others. Maintains appropriate professional boundaries.
- Proactive: Anticipates potential issues, and takes the initiative for the benefit of client care.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and has strong time management skills.
Required:
- Master’s degree in social work or mental health field from an accredited college or university, and valid license or registration with licensing body (i.e. the BBS).
- Experience working with culturally diverse populations.
- Valid CA driver’s license, proof of insurance and own vehicle required. Ability to transport clients in personal vehicle as needed.
- Must not be on any type of legal supervision (probation or parole).
- Verification of Employment Eligibility and Background Check
- Basic computer skills
- Lived experience with homelessness, mental health/substance use recovery or the criminal justice system.
- Experience working with the forensic and/or dual-diagnosed populations.
- Experience working on an interdisciplinary team in a mental health or hospital setting.
- Knowledge of and experience with providing trauma-informed services.
- Spanish-speaking
$35.76-$39.34/hour
Supervisory Responsibilities
None.
Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions)
Job duties are to be performed both in office and field settings throughout LA County.
Physical Requirements
The employee is expected to move about the worksite throughout the day, which may involve walking,
standing, and climbing stairs, or using a mobility device, or similar. The employee is expected to drive,
carry a maximum of 20 lbs, listen, and speak in order to complete job requirements.
Mental Requirements
The employee must be able to do any/all of the following: perform complex and varied tasks such as
synthesizing information and making decisions without immediate supervision; handle routine
distractions, interruptions, noise, and uncontrollable changes in priorities/work schedules; interact
professionally and diplomatically in high-stress situations; create and follow plans; meet deadlines.
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