Behavioral Health Therapist

AMAAD is seeking a dynamic individual to serve as a Behavioral Health Therapist (BH-T). Reporting to the Behavioral Health and Recovery Director, the BH-T will work closely with the Behavioral Health Team to provide evidence-based practices and support to participants/clients while educating the broader community about the services offered at AMAAD for treating substance use disorders, mental health disorders, and other co-occurring conditions.

Like all AMAAD employees, the BH-T should demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission and values of AMAAD and possess substantial expertise in all areas of responsibility. Join an organization celebrating a decade of unapologetically offering quality programming and services for the LGBTQ+ community in South Los Angeles.

DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the delivery of timely, appropriate, cost-effective, and high-quality services/programs with a minimum client caseload of 20, but no more than 30;
• Assures continuity of care and appropriate utilization of resources both within and outside of Behavioral Health Care;
• Achieve and maintain a continuum of care within Behavioral Health Services, including complaint recordkeeping and data management;
• Participate in regular case conferencing, clinical dialogue, and other practice-enriching activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A graduate from a university with nationally recognized accreditation, with a Master’s degree in a related human service field.
• Must possess and maintain appropriate credentials to practice as an associate Behavioral Therapist.
• Associates must be advanced to licensing before the end of their second anniversary date at AMAAD.
• Computer skills required: Spreadsheet Software (Excel), Word Processing Software (Word), Electronic Mail Software (Outlook), and Presentation Software (PowerPoint).
  • Other skills required:
• Strong mentoring and coaching skills
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.
• Demonstrated ability to make successful presentations to individuals and/or groups at all levels of an organization.
• Passion, enthusiasm, focus, creativity, and a positive outlook.
• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.

COMPETENCIES:

• • Interpersonal Skills -- Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
  • Oral Communication -- Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
  • Written Communication -- Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
  • Ethics --Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
  • Innovation -- Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• • Occasionally required to lift items up to 25 pounds
  • California Driver’s License Required

AMAAD Institute is an equal opportunity employer. Black and Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) and those with intersectional identities, predominantly Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning/Queer (LGBTQ+), gender nonconforming people, and allies are encouraged to apply.