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Licensed Therapist for Parents Anonymous Department of Mental Health Program

Location: Palmdale, Van Nuys
Working hours: Full Time

This licensed therapist will facilitate 1-2 Parents Anonymous® Adult groups per week face to face.

About Us: We are a compassionate organization dedicated to supporting the empowerment journey of diverse Parents, Children and Youth though Evidence-Based Programs that ensure diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We offer a safe space for parents, caregivers and their children and youth to receive emotional support, guidance, and resources to help them navigate personal concerns.
Learn more about Parents Anonymous®: https://parentsanonymous.org/
Learn more about the CA and National Parent and Youth Helplines: https://caparentyouthhelpline.org
https://www.nationalparentyouthhelpline.org

Position Overview: We are seeking a Licensed Therapist who will be trained in Evidence-Based Parents Anonymous® to facilitate one to two Weekly Parents Anonymous® Adult support groups during evening hours. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mental health and family therapy and be passionate about supporting the empowerment journey of diverse parents and caregivers.

Key Responsibilities
• Facilitate 1- 2 Weekly Parents Anonymous® Adult Support Group meetings in the evening by ensuring Model Fidelity.
• Conduct Building Family Strength Interviews of interested Parents.
• Engage in all four Evidence-Based therapeutic processes of Parents Anonymous®.
• Ensure a safe and supportive environment for parents to share their underlying feelings.
• Assist participants in developing coping strategies and improving family dynamics.
• Maintain accurate documentation of Building Family Strength Interviews and group sessions.
• Refer all Parents Anonymous® Participants to utilize the California Parent and Youth Helpline™ 24/7.
• Collaborate with other professionals to connect participants with additional resources as needed.

Qualifications
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in the state of California.
• Experience working with diverse Parents, Children and Youth.
• Commitment to the vision, mission and goals of Parents Anonymous®
• Strong group facilitation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability to be supervised during the week.
• Prior experience facilitating support groups.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and family systems therapy.

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