What are the responsibilities and job description for the Primary Therapist position at Summit Malibu?
Summit Malibu is looking for an LMFT or LCSW for our substance abuse program in Malibu.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Knowledge of drug and alcohol dependency, mental health, family systems and 12 step/recovery resources in the community
- Maintain appropriate documentation as required
- Conduct assessments of clients at the time of admission and re-assessments as required
- Conduct mental status examinations
- Provide appropriate diagnoses and treatment recommendations based on a review of the client’s history, signs, and symptoms
- Provide individual, couple/family, and group psychotherapy as needed
- Ability to demonstrate respect for cultural and lifestyle diversities of clients and staff
- Crises intervention services, including 5150 determinations
- Treatment Planning
- Participation in Case Conference Reviews
- Knowledge of current legal standards pertaining to professional practice, reporting requirements, professional boundaries, and related issues
- Knowledge of the philosophy and approach of the 12-step model of recovery (AA, CA, NA, Alanon)
We are looking for someone who is compassionate, can establish a good rapport with clients, is able to set boundaries and challenge their clients and is a team player.