You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Therapist to conduct thorough clinical assessments, deliver individual therapy using modalities like CBT and DBT, and implement crisis intervention strategies. This role involves comprehensive case management, utilizing motivational interviewing, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for patients with various mental health conditions.

Responsibilities / Job Duties

• Conduct thorough clinical assessments and diagnostic evaluations utilizing ICD-10 and ICD-9 coding standards to determine appropriate treatment pathways.
• Deliver individual therapy employing modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and psychodynamic therapy.
• Implement crisis intervention strategies to manage acute mental health episodes with sensitivity and professionalism.
• Facilitate case management activities, including patient intake, treatment planning, progress documentation, and medical record maintenance in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to engage clients actively in their recovery process while supporting behavioral health goals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for patients with PTSD, addiction issues, or other mental health conditions.

Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements

• Master’s Degree.
• Active Associate License (or fully Licensed) as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Social Worker, or Clinical Counselor.
• BBS Registration.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in crisis management and crisis intervention within behavioral health or community care contexts.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, mental health diagnoses (ICD coding), CPT coding for billing purposes, and medical documentation standards.
• Hands-on experience providing psychotherapy for individuals with histories of trauma and/or incarceration.
• Preferred experience working with adults in clinical settings such as outpatient clinics or hospital environments.
• Previous involvement in clinical research or hospital-based mental health services will be considered an asset.
• Energetic professional committed to excellence in patient care and continuous growth within a supportive environment.

Skills

• Crisis management and crisis intervention.
• Medical terminology, mental health diagnoses (ICD coding).
• CPT coding for billing purposes.
• Medical documentation standards.
• Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).
• Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).
• Psychodynamic therapy.
• Motivational interviewing.

Schedule / Shift

• There is some flexibility regarding the schedule. This individual can start as early as 9-9:30 am and work until as late as 7 pm.
• 8 hours per week, structured into 1 dedicated day (Mondays, Thursdays, or Fridays)

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

^*As a job position within our Care Management division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, access and handling of patient medical records, providing medical care inside a patient’s residential address, driving, prescription and other drug access and administration, and working with vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.