Mental Health Therapist (Gen Ed)- Aspire Public Schools at Aspire Public Schools - Los Angeles County
Job Summary
Job Summary
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrate knowledge of and support of, Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, equity commitments, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Consistently and routinely update case files for students on their caseload, complying with all Aspire, BBS, state, and federal guidelines and mandates around documentation, practice, and maintenance of clinical registration, including honoring mandated reporting duties. Exhibit positive rapport with students that demonstrates skillful professional boundaries. Create positive, appropriate, and consistent communication with Aspire staff and administration about student clinical goals and progress. Attend all staff meetings and professional development sessions, including attending IEPs, 504s, and MTSS meetings for students on their caseload, as necessary. Explore and sharpen therapeutic preventions and interventions at all intervention tiers for the purposes of fostering better mental health and positive learning environments for all students at Aspire. Mental Health Therapist 2 & 3: Design and perform therapeutic preventions and interventions at all intervention tiers for the purposes of fostering better mental health and positive learning environments for all students at Aspire. Collaborate with school staff on universal interventions for students such as peer mediation, conflict mediation, Restorative Practices, socio-emotional learning (SEL), and trauma-informed interventions, etc. Support the creation and implementation of community and school programming, including, but not limited to: parent workshops and community resources. Research and initiate partnerships with outside agencies to help foster better learning and support for the students of Aspire and their families. Provide crisis counseling and referrals for students as needed, including honing th
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required Master’s Degree in counseling/social work or related discipline required Mental Health Therapist 1: Registered Associate with BBS (AMFT, ASW, and/or APCC) Mental Health Therapist 2: Clinical Licensure through the BBS Mental Health Therapist 3: Clinical Licensure through the BBS and certification to provide clinical supervision Highly desirable qualifications: PPS credential or eligibility for PPS credential Bilingual - Spanish Supervise trainees/interns (Mental Health Therapist 3 only) Aspire Public Schools is mandating COVID-19 vaccination and testing, which varies between *LAUSD co-located and non-co-located school sites. All job applicants must be prepared to show proof of vaccination and/or request and receive and exemption. All Aspire employees must also test for COVID-19 weekly in accordance with Aspire policy and legal requirements. Please note that compliance with the policy is a precondition of employment. Questions may be directed to HR@aspirepublicschools.org. *Effective October 16, 2021, LAUSD prohibits Aspire from allowing unvaccinated employees on District property and Aspire must adhere to this directive pursuant to its facilities use agreements with the District. In instances where Aspire is not able to accommodate a teammate’s onsite, it will consider other accommodations including telework (if available based on essential functions of the job), medical leave or unpaid leave of absence.
Bachelor’s Degree required Master’s Degree in counseling/social work or related discipline required Mental Health Therapist 1: Registered Associate with BBS (AMFT, ASW, and/or APCC) Mental Health Therapist 2: Clinical Licensure through the BBS Mental Health Therapist 3: Clinical Licensure through the BBS and certification to provide clinical supervision Highly desirable qualifications: PPS credential or eligibility for PPS credential Bilingual - Spanish Supervise trainees/interns (Mental Health Therapist 3 only) Aspire Public Schools is mandating COVID-19 vaccination and testing, which varies between *LAUSD co-located and non-co-located school sites. All job applicants must be prepared to show proof of vaccination and/or request and receive and exemption. All Aspire employees must also test for COVID-19 weekly in accordance with Aspire policy and legal requirements. Please note that compliance with the policy is a precondition of employment. Questions may be directed to HR@aspirepublicschools.org. *Effective October 16, 2021, LAUSD prohibits Aspire from allowing unvaccinated employees on District property and Aspire must adhere to this directive pursuant to its facilities use agreements with the District. In instances where Aspire is not able to accommodate a teammate’s onsite, it will consider other accommodations including telework (if available based on essential functions of the job), medical leave or unpaid leave of absence.
Comments and Other Information
Required knowledge, skills & abilities:
Demonstrated commitment to students and learning.
Experience with students grades TK-12.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to write clearly and interact effectively with different stakeholders.
Excellent organization, time management and follow-up skills; ability to rank and carry out a variety of urgent priorities; demonstrated ability to successfully handle multiple cases concurrently.
Ability to work as a part of a team.
Possess knowledge of a variety of forms of intervention and prevention models for both individuals and group therapeutic settings (ex: CBT, Play therapy, etc.)
Demonstrate ability to adjust to and use new approaches in the performance of their duties.
Deal with obstacles and constraints positively and with a solutions-oriented mindset.
Comments and Other Information
Required knowledge, skills & abilities:
Demonstrated commitment to students and learning.
Experience with students grades TK-12.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to write clearly and interact effectively with different stakeholders.
Excellent organization, time management and follow-up skills; ability to rank and carry out a variety of urgent priorities; demonstrated ability to successfully handle multiple cases concurrently.
Ability to work as a part of a team.
Possess knowledge of a variety of forms of intervention and prevention models for both individuals and group therapeutic settings (ex: CBT, Play therapy, etc.)
Demonstrate ability to adjust to and use new approaches in the performance of their duties.
Deal with obstacles and constraints positively and with a solutions-oriented mindset.