Mental Health Therapist

MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST
SOUTH ASIAN NETWORK, ARTESIA, CA

Position Type: Full Time, Non- Exempt l Pay: DOE

About SAN:
The South Asian Network (SAN) is a 32-year old grassroots, community-based, nonprofit
organization dedicated to advancing the health, well-being, and civil rights of South Asians
living in Southern California. SAN is the only South Asian organization of its kind that provides
outreach, direct services, and advocacy in three key areas: health and well-being, civic
engagement, and violence prevention and intervention. SAN embraces the diversity of South
Asians as strength and builds unity among immigrants and communities of color in order to
advance a shared progressive agenda for Southern California.

The SAN team is composed of highly dedicated, resourceful, accomplished and diverse
individuals who are passionate about issues such social justice, empowerment, and diversity
and inclusivity. While our work atmosphere is casual, we employ the utmost levels of
professionalism, excellence and integrity in our work. For more information about SAN, visit
www.southasiannetwork.org.

About the Mental Health Therapist role:
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor and Deputy Director
Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt
Salary/Wages: DOE; Plus health insurance, paid leave, and opportunity to contribute to the
organization;s 403b retirement plan.

Position Responsibilities:

The Mental Health Therapist provides free or low-cost critical culturally and linguistically
specific support to individuals within the South Asian community in Southern California that
they cannot find elsewhere. They also conduct regular outreach in the community, such as in
faith-based locations and college campuses, to build awareness about mental health and
reduce stigma. The Therapist works across program areas, and is an important and growing
role at the South Asian Network. The Mental Health Therapist will report to the Clinical
Supervisor and Deputy Director.

• Conduct intakes, screenings and assessments of community members seeking services

in relation to mental health;

• Provide case management, individual, family, group therapy, and support to community

members seeking services;

• Maintain proper client files, including initial biopsychosocial assessments, treatment

plans, session notes, collateral contacts, and discharge summaries and; ensure all files
are complete and up-to-date at all times;

• Assist staff in managing SAN’s client calls and walk-ins;
• Conduct outreach and workshops, and provide psychoeducation about mental health

services in community and faith-based settings, on campuses and in South Asian
cultural spaces;

• Develop and disseminate culturally and linguistically appropriate communication

material for the South Asian American community;

• Represent SAN in community based settings, coalition meetings, conferences etc.
• Work with staff across SAN’s units to plan and conduct activities such as workshops,

presentations and outreach events at community festivals, religious spaces and schools
and colleges;

• Assist with other duties as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• In an eight-hour workday, the employee must be able to bend and crouch occasionally,

sit continuously and stand or walk frequently.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology or other related

degree

• Understanding effects of poverty, disabilities, intersectionality, and cultural awareness in

relation to trauma and treatment.

• Knowledge of child, elder and dependent adult abuse and domestic violence reporting

requirements and other significant regulations affecting clinical practice (e.g. Tarasoff,
patient-psychotherapist privilege).

• Knowledge of issues related to immigrants and community resources;
• Ability to handle crisis situations;
• Ability to facilitate support groups and/or workshops;
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks efficiently;
• High self-awareness and willingness to seek support through supervision as needed;
• Ability to work with diverse cultures, community, and professional groups;
• Ability to complete timely, confidential, and ethically appropriate documentation;
• Comfort and competence in working independently as well as part of a team;
• Excellent communication and time management skills;
• Ability to work flexible hours (including some weekends);
• Valid California driver’s license, insurance, and automobile that may be used during

• Unlicensed Clinical Therapists must have current and active registration with the

California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as an Associate Clinical Social Worker,
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, or Associate Marriage and Family Therapist;

• Knowledge of and ability to abide by legal, ethical, and professional guidelines set forth

by NASW, CAMFT, BBS, APA,HIPAA and other relevant guiding governing bodies.DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous experience providing therapy to the South Asian community strongly preferred, but
not required.

To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and three references to:
saninfo@southasiannetwork.org.

Application deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

The South Asian Network is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels.
All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.