CLINICIAN

New Directions is seeking a dynamic and compassionate clinician. The clinician will work with participants to address the clinical needs of our population with a focus on substance abuse treatment.

Job Duties

• Assists program manager, case managers, and service coordinators to address clinical issues which lie beyond the scope of practice of peer counselors.
• Assists in screening new clients coming into the program.
• Provides case consultation with program staff regarding supplemental treatment plans.
• Acts as a liaison to other service providers, making referrals where appropriate and coordinating with other referral sources.
• Provides crisis intervention.
• Provides individual psychotherapy.
• Facilitates specialized groups such as family reunification group, psychotherapy group, trauma recovery group, self-esteem group, and others.
• Documents clinical notes in client charts for compliance with required procedures.
• Prepares for inspections and liaisons with government agencies during monitoring visits.
• Provides supervision to certificate level interns and possibly masters or doctorate level interns.
• Should be available to work 8 hours a day between the hours of 9am and 8pm.
• Will be required to work some hours on the weekend.

Job Requirements

• Skilled in working with a diverse population, especially those with co-occurring disorders
• Experience with mental health services
• Must be knowledgeable with substance abuse issues, therapeutic interventions, and treatment planning, particularly as relevant to therapeutic communities
• Must have a firm understanding of the 12 steps of Alcoholic Anonymous or other fellowships
• Experience and knowledge in working with trauma victims and clients with PTSD
• Veterans preferred

Education

• Masters level training in social work, psychology/counseling, or family therapy
• Licensed required for at least 2 years (LCSW, LMFT or PHD)

New Directions is a well established long-term, residential care, substance abuse, and mental health organization. Founded in 1992, the agency offers a comprehensive set of services for homeless male and female veterans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

We offer a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision plans which are paid by employer. We also offer supplemental insurance, 11 paid holidays, discount entertainment tickets, credit union services, paid time off, 403b retirement account w/employer match and company sponsored events.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Please send your resume via fax or email to:

New Directions, Inc.
Attn: Human Resources Dept.
11303 Wilshire Blvd., Bldg. 116
Los Angeles, CA 90073
Fax: (310)626-9740
Email: hr@ndvets.org