Therapist (South L.A.--Spanish-Speaking)

Supervisory Responsibilities

1. This position does not have formal supervisory responsibilities.

Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions)

1. Ergonomically safe office environment with desktop computer, desk, chair, natural light from windows.

Physical Requirements

1. In the course of performing this job, this position typically involves sitting, standing, walking, carrying (max. 20 lbs), lifting (max. 20 lbs), listening, and speaking.
2. This position requires someone that can accommodate any/all of the following: constant distractions, interruptions; uncontrollable changes in priorities/work schedules; availability for on call/duty after regular
working hours; and exposure to inappropriate behavior and language of others.

Application Process:

Please submit cover letter and resume by e-mail to: Jeremy, jeremyv@apaitonline.org

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Special Service for Groups, Inc. (SSG) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

SSG will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements set by law.

1. Licensed, registered or eligible MSW, MFTI, Psychology Assistant or equivalent from an accredited college or university with major work in clinical social work and/or marriage and family therapy.
2. Current registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences.
3. Strong knowledge of HIV/AIDS, and related issues.
4. Bilingual in Spanish
5. Basic knowledge of health and social service issues such as HIV/AIDS, substance use, human trafficking, reentry, and housing.
6. Ability to work with clients from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.
7. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate to staff from a variety of cultures, languages, and educational backgrounds.
8. Ability to coordinate multiple tasks/projects simultaneously in a high-pressure environment.
9. Ability to work with diverse communities (e.g., multi-gender, ethnic, generation, bilingual, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, substance use).
10. Strong written and oral skills necessary for program narrative reporting and presentations.
11. Demonstrated experience and knowledge of PC hardware and software (i.e., Windows, word processing, spreadsheets and databases).
12. Maintain and uphold Agency mission statement, values, policies, procedures, and principles.
13. Valid California driver’s license, plus proof of car insurance.
14. Reliable transportation.
15. Verification of employment eligibility and passing of background check.
16. Updated tuberculosis test (annual requirement) – read, reviewed and dated by a clinician.