Who We Are: Point Quest Pediatric Therapies, LLC is certified through the California State Department of Education for related services to local schools as a certified Non-Public Agency (NPA). Point Quest focuses on providing meaningful and functional behavioral, mental health, and speech and language services to students ages 5 to 22 years of age.   

LMFT/LPCC (Depending on relevant experience.): $75-80k
AMFT/APCC (Depending on relevant experience.): $55-60k

Why Should you Apply?

• Competitive pay
• Year-round salary (you will be paid even over school breaks)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401(k) with a company match
• Vacation for full-time employees
• Sick Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Team environment
• Feel confident that you are working for a company that truly cares for its employees and the community of students it provides services to
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

PURPOSE OF POSITION: The purpose of the position is to primarily provide individual and/or group counseling to students with approximately ages 5 to 22 years of age typically identified by Emotional Disturbance or Autism or Other Health Impairments as a licensed provider registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences. This position may also provide crisis counseling and parent counseling or consultation to students and families, as needed, on a general education campus with a mild/moderate special education environment. 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Provide individual, group, and/or parent counseling services as required in each student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
• May also need to provide crisis counseling as needed to students in distress.
• Document session attendance, progress notes, and communication with parents/guardians/other service providers via Point Quest Pediatric Therapies’ secure electronic health record system.
• Clinical supervision will also be provided with some flexibility to attend.
• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs) & Licensed Marriage Family Therapists (LMFTs) must maintain annual renewal of registration with the Board of Behavior Sciences and complete all necessary CEUs.
• May need to create Social/Emotional goals and assist with the creation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for student IEPs.
• Attend student IEPs to provide updates on student progress and behavior.
• Provide therapeutic and behavioral support to students in Special Education in the classroom.
• Ability to complete required training(s) including Crisis Prevention Institute’s Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training provided by Point Quest’s certified trainers.
• Work closely with school district teachers and staff to meet the needs of the students.
• Ability to communicate professionally with co-workers, district employees, and other support staff at all times.
• Maintain a safe environment for all individuals.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as needed.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable environments and use sound judgment.
• May be asked to assist with training development for other staff or therapists.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be an AMFT/LMFT/APCC/LPCC, registered and currently in good standing with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, and maintain this registration and standing throughout your employment.
• Preferred experience working within a school setting or with children with autism and/or behavioral issues. 
• Must be able to pass a DOJ/FBI background check. 
• Must have a negative test result for Tuberculosis OR a Tuberculosis Clearance Letter provided by your doctor. 
• Ideal candidates can start right away. 
• Associates must attend board regulated weekly supervision sessions. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• Occasional exposure to dust, pollen, and fumes 
• Requires frequent reaching, handling, sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, running, carrying and lifting 50 or more lbs. 
• Must be able to see and hear within normal range with or without correction. 
• The noise intensity level is moderate to high 

*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential job functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.