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Job Description About Us: SCADP Southern California Alcohol and Drug Programs, Inc. (SCADP) was established in 1972 in a grassroots effort by community members seeking alternatives to prison for individuals with substance use disorder (SUD). SCADP is now a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing residential treatment services and outpatient counseling services to individuals throughout Los Angeles, as well as housing and supportive services for survivors of domestic violence. SCADP now offers services with a continuum of care to underserved and disadvantaged populations throughout the Los Angeles area. PAY RATE: $30.40 - $32 Per Hour BENEFITS: SCADP offers competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE Under the clinical supervision of a 2 year post Licensed Clinician and the operations supervision of the Program Manager, the Trainee Clinician will learn basic skills of assessment, documentation, individual, family, couple and group sessions, confidentiality, ethics and boundaries, diagnosing, trauma informed care, CBT and other theory approaches. The Trainee Clinician will be in a practicum class at their college engaged in learning the skills to advance to a registered Clinician once graduating college. In the process of being a trainee by learning and developing clinical skills towards becoming a registered clinician, the Trainee Clinician shall receive training by 2 year post licensed clinicians in performing assessments, diagnosing, individual, family, couple and group sessions, and determining medical necessity. All work performed while supervised by 2 year post licensed clinicians shall emphasize respect for clients and ensure the required confidential nature of services provided. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES How to complete diagnosis based on DSM 5 evaluation and Z codes. Ensure adherence to DMC-ODS Waiver, Title XXII, CARF standards, and HIPAA, while maintaining client confidentiality. Deliver treatment using trauma informed approach and evidence based practice protocols. Provide individual, family, couples and group therapeutic counseling Learn to complete, timely, and accurate documentation of all treatment in Electronic Health Record system and client files, ensuring confidentiality as required by HIPAA. All documentation to be reviewed and signed off on by supervising 2 year post licensed clinicians. Respond to client crises and emergencies as needed Maintains the dignity and personal rights of all clients as highlighted by deploying clear and skilled crisis communication, de-escalation techniques when participants display hostile or volatile behaviors. Develops positive workplace relationships with staff and peers by participation in professional development events and offering appropriate support while maintaining a high level of professionalism Participates in routine clinical supervision with 2 year post licensed clinician Attend staff meetings, case conferences, required training to ensure continuum and quality of care. Serve as role model through positive, appropriate conduct and participation in agency events ESSENTIAL DUTIES SCREENING AND ASSESSMENT: Perform client screening, intake, orientation, and assessment functions necessary to complete admission to the residential program, and screen for continuing stay criteria based on ASAM Criteria. TREATMENT AND COUNSELLING: Deliver treatment using trauma informed approach and evidence-based practice protocols. Provide individual, group and family therapeutic counseling. TREATMENT AND COUNSELLING: Provides complete, timely, and accurate documentation of all treatment in Electronic Health Record system and client files, ensuring confidentiality as required by HIPAA. TREATMENT AND COUNSELLING: Provide field based services as indicated Respond to client crises and emergencies as needed PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Participates in routine clinical supervision with licensed clinician Attend staff meetings, case conferences, required training to ensure continuum and quality of care. Assist with training and education projects for staff, residents and community Other duties as required and may be subject to change Qualifications REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications EDUCATION: Current enrollment in Master of Science or Master of Arts Degree in Human Services, Social Work or Psychology (or related discipline) from an accredited graduate school. Current enrollment in practicum class at graduate school with approval to complete hours at SCADP EXPERIENCE: This is an entry-level Clinical position PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Alcohol and Drug Counseling Certification by an approved accrediting organization (CCAPP, CADTP or CADEE) Knowledge of Drug Medi-Cal and Los Angeles County services provisions Diagnosis and treatment delivery Familiarity with Electronic Clinical Management System Bilingual in English and Spanish Strong crisis management, conflict resolution and de-escalation skills. Southern California Alcohol and Drug Programs, Inc. (SCADP) is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This employer participates in E-Verify as required by the federal government and will provide the federal government with your Form 1-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (OHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment.