About Us
Waymakers is a well-established non-profit human services agency committed to helping individuals experiencing conflict and crisis make their way to a place of strength and stability. Celebrating 50 years of providing services in Orange County, Waymakers is comprised of 8 core programs assisting over 120,000 persons a year.
Waymakers Crisis Residential Program and Youth Shelter provides a therapeutic home- like setting for short-term crisis intervention for young people ages 11-17 with a goal of stabilizing immediate mental health crisis. The Program provides a “safe respite” and immediate services to adolescents displaying behaviors or a history indicative of Serious Emotional Disturbance, experiencing significant familial conflict, and at-risk of hospitalization and/or out-of-home placement.
Learn more at www.WaymakersOC.org
Associate Clinician (HBYS/CRP)
CCRP – Laguna Beach. F/T, Sunday - Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Must be available for 24/7 On-Call.
Responsibilities Include:
- Provide individual, family, group therapy and case management services to adolescents and their families at the shelter residence.
- Clinical assessments with DSM 5 diagnostics, short-term therapy, behavior modification, crisis intervention, linkage to after-care supports, case management and coordination of care under the clinical supervision of a licensed professional.
- The minimum caseload is 6 clients and 100 direct service hours per month.
Requirements Include:
- Master’s Degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field.
- Knowledge of theory and experience with techniques of individual, family, and group dynamics, behavioral interventions, substance abuse, crisis intervention, trauma-focused and cognitive behavioral approaches.
- Possession of a current intern, associate or license number with the BBS.
- Must become LPS designated to write 5150 holds within 90 days of employment.
- Excellent communication skills, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- First Aid and CPR certifications, health screen, and negative TB test result.
- LivsScan fingerprinting and criminal records clearance and compliance with Community Care Licensing Title 22 Group Home regulations.
- Ability to work under pressure to meet clients’ needs and organizational deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to effectively manage crisis situations.
- Valid California driver’s license, auto liability insurance, and satisfactory driving record.
Benefits:
- 13 Paid Holidays
- 15-20 Paid Leave Days (based on hours worked and years of service)
- Choice of pre-tax group health plans with generous employer contribution
- Medical (HMO), Dental (PPO), and Vision (PPO) Plans
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan with 3% fully vested employer contribution plus 1% match
- Free $50,000 Basic Term Life/AD&D Insurance
- Free Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Waymakers is a "Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer."
Equal Opportunity Employer
Waymakers is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and/or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $6,234.00 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Work setting:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
License/Certification:
- Associate or License Number with BBS? (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Huntington Beach, CA 92647: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person