Position Title: Bilingual Pre-licensed Clinical Trainee (Spanish & English)

Reports to: Director of Behavioral Health

Classification: Part-time up to 32 hours weekly

Term: Ongoing

Compensation: $22-$26 per hour, commensurate with experience

Location: Palm Springs and Coachella

POSITION SUMMARY:

The pre-licensed clinical trainee will meet with clients in individual, couples, and family settings providing low-cost counseling based on a sliding-scale model. This position also requires connecting clients to community resources best serving their needs. Weekly individual and group supervision is required, along with certification in Riverside University Health Systems (RUHS) PEI program of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Late Life Depression (CBT-LLD). Group facilitation is also encouraged. We are a clinical training/internship site where clinicians work to accrue the necessary hours towards licensure.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Providing psychological services in person and/or virtually.
• Daily/weekly documentation of client sessions.
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing reports.
• Participating in training, supervision, and meetings.
• Maintain appropriate board number (associate-level clinicians) and liability insurance coverage up to date.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, psychology, or related field with accompanying associate’s number, if applicable.
• Experience and extensive knowledge of the LGBTQ+ community.
• Comfortable using a computer, EHR, and Microsoft Suite for various tasks.
• Attendance and participation at weekly 2-hour group supervision every Wednesday from 4:00-6:00 pm.
• 1-hour weekly supervision with direct supervisor.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) required.
• Uphold the values of The Center and feel committed to the mission and vision of The Center.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Vision:  Thriving lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people, living authentically in supportive inclusive communities. 

Mission:  Creating vibrant community by helping LGBTQ+ people along their way. 

Strategic Initiatives:   

Ending Isolation and Loneliness 

Connecting People to Services & Community 

Enriching Our Individual and Collective Experiences 

Values:                                  

Integrity: We do what’s right and stand by our values to support and provide assistance to our LGBTQ+ Community. 

Equity: Any and all are welcome at The Center for our community is of utmost priority, and we will provide assistance to whomever comes through our doors. 

Joy: Our community’s happiness is our happiness. We find joy in building the LGBTQ+ community up and we strive to deliver that joy in every aspect at The Center. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All individuals, including those of color, women, non-binary, genderqueer, persons with disabilities, and persons who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or intersex are encouraged to apply. The Center maintains a policy of non-discrimination with respect to employees, volunteers, interns, and applicants. No aspect of employment will be influenced in any matter by actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, sex, age, national origin, marital status, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical/mental condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by statute; nor as to any individuals associating with an individual of any legally protected class.

TO APPLY:

Please submit a cover letter outlining your interest and applicable skills along with a CV/resume to Dr. Jill Hingston, Director of Behavioral Health at [email protected]. No phone calls please. Posting will remain up until the position is filled.