Job Description
For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section. About The Position Senior Clinical Therapist LPCC, LMFT or LCSW Blythe Behavioral Health Clinic, Blythe, CA The Blythe Behavioral Health Clinic provides Behavioral Health treatment services to children, teen, adults and older adults in the community. This position will provide supervision to Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) registered associates and student interns, carry a small caseload, and act as a lead when the supervisor is unavailable. The position will also provide individual/family therapy services, group therapy, crisis management and linking to resources. Some driving may be required to attend trainings therefore a California Drivers License is required. Under direction, performs the full range of therapeutic assignments related to the field of mental or behavioral health services and psychiatric social work, which includes the design and implementation of personalized treatment plans, individual and group psychotherapy, evaluations and investigations, and professional counseling, as applicable by professional licensing law, in order to meet the needs of consumers or families with mental or emotional disorders; and performs other related duties as required. The Senior Clinical Therapist is the lead/advanced journey level of the Clinical Therapist series. The Senior Clinical Therapist class has responsibility for providing clinical supervision, according to licensure and training, over unlicensed clinical staff. This classification is also responsible for performing, within the scope of licensure, the full range of psychotherapy and counseling services for individual consumers, couples, families, and groups exhibiting a variety of mental health and related disorders in a clinic or institutional setting. Assignments range from moderately difficult to the most complex and include serving in a lead capacity over and providing consultative support to other mental health treatment staff. This classification is distinguished from the class of Mental Health Services Supervisor in that the latter class is the first line supervisor responsible for the planning or implementation of specialized mental health services. The Senior Clinical Therapist is further distinguished from the Clinical Therapist II in that the former is the lead level and may provide extensive clinical supervision, according to licensure and training, over unlicensed clinical staff. The certification list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill other future Senior Clinical Therapist vacancies within Behavioral Health that may occur in the coming weeks. RUHS – Behavioral Health Meet the Team! Riverside University Health System – Behavioral Health is a leading provider of mental health and substance use services in Riverside County. With a dedicated team of professionals, including psychiatrists, clinicians, peer specialists, and paraprofessionals, RUHS-BH serves over 45,000 individuals annually. We are committed to delivering culturally competent, evidence-based care across all ages. Our programs, including Mental Health Services, Substance Use Services, and the Public Guardian’s Office, address the diverse needs of our community. At RUHS Behavioral Health, you’ll join a compassionate, innovative team where your skills make a real difference. We offer opportunities for growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact. If you’re passionate about advancing your career while improving mental health in Riverside County, RUHS Behavioral Health is the place for you! For more information, please visit www.ruhealth.org/behavioral-health Examples Of Essential Duties Provide extensive clinical supervision to unlicensed clinicians, within the scope of licensure. Monitor fidelity and provide clinical supervision and coaching for evidence based treatment models. Develop mental health related training curriculum and conduct training for clinical therapists and other departmental staff. Conduct clinical and quality improvement chart audits. Coordinate clinical decisions in response to operational demands. Conduct clinical discussions regarding complex or difficult cases. Act as a casework consultant to other clinical therapists and other departmental staff. Provide guidance to volunteers and staff. Serve as liaison with other sections, units, services, and agencies. Participate in mental health conferences and local area committees. Interview consumers, relatives, and other involved per