Tarzana Treatment Centers
Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Opportunities as of Friday, August 27, 2010:


Tarzana Facility
Domestic Violence Counselor 
F/T (40 hrs/wk). PC 1000 and Domestic Violence facilitator (Batterers’ Group) position. Duties include intake assessment, group facilitation, court report writing, charting, fee collection, data entry and working closely with Supervisors. Minimum requirement is 1 year experience in facilitating batterers group, LA County Probation Department Certified, enrollment in or completion of an academic addictions studies program, and registration with one of the DADP-approved state-wide certification entities and one year experience in a behavioral healthcare setting. Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) also preferred. To apply, e-mail resume to jhealy@tarzanatc.org Phone: 818-996-1051, ext. 2055; or fax to (818) 345-6402.
Job #20100507JH
Psychologist / Mental Health Training Program Supervisor 
Exciting opportunity to coordinate, develop, and lead an established, nationally-accredited psychology internship training program at Tarzana Treatment Centers, a JCAHO-accredited behavioral healthcare organization in Southern California. Supervise other licensed psychologists and provide training and supervision to pre-doctoral interns and post-doctoral fellows. Responsibilities include clinical involvement on an inpatient unit that focuses on co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Requires licensure as a California psychologist and prior clinical supervision and clinical training experience. Full-time position at our Tarzana site. Contact Dr. Ken Bachrach, Clinical Director, via email at kbachrach@tarzanatc.org or phone at 818-654-3806.
Job #20100726KB
Technician/Van Driver - On-call Per Diem  
On-call per diem technician/driver positions open to provide supportive services to patients,counselors, nurses and other staff on the inpatient detox unit. In addition, transporting patients via company van is required as needed. Must be able to work various shifts. High school diploma or equivalent and valid Class B drivers license required. Must have excellent customer service skills and strong written and verbal communication skills. Bilingual a plus. Prior work experience in behavioral healthcare particularly in detox or residential settings preferred. To apply, e-mail resume to Keith Star, Director, Inpatient and Detox Services at kstar@tarzanatc.org
Job #20061103KS
Counselor 
On-call per diem Chemical Dependency Counselor position. Will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team of case managers, CD counselors, nurses and psychiatrists under the direction of the Operations Supervisor and Program Director. Duties include, among others, the implementation of chemical dependency assessments and individualized treatment plans for patients, facilitation of individual group, documentation, participation in case conferences and crisis intervention as needed. Requires the following: 1- completion of an academic addictions studies program 2- Registration and/or certification with one of the DADP-approved state-wide certification entities and 3- minimum 5 years experience in a behavioral healthcare setting. Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) also preferred. To apply, e-mail resume to kstar@tarzanatc.org
Job #20071207KS
Maintenance Worker 1 
Full Time, 8 hours per day / 5 days per week on the Saturday - Wednesday shift. Responsible for the day-to-day repair and maintenance and repair functions related to facilities (Maintenance/Engineering, Environmental Services), as defined by the Maintenance Supervisor. Education/Training/Experience: Minimum one (1) year experience in a facilities role. Candidate must possess excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills. Bilingual English/Spanish very helpful. Computer literacy, knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred. Knowledge of JCAHO preparation helpful. Please call Julio Ochoa at 818-489-8267.
Job #20100528JL
System Analyst 
Full-time. Duties include troubleshooting software, hardware and network related issues. Knowledge of Cisco IOS, Microsoft 2003/2008 Server, Active Directory, Crystal Reports and some programming training/experience desirable. Must be detail-oriented, have excellent written communication and organizing skills, and the ability to effectively handle multiple tasks while being a team player that values quality customer service. To apply, email your application to: bvischjager@tarzanatc.org
Job #20100820BV
Receptionist/clerk 
Temporary, On-call Receptionist position. Job duties include: handling & routing of in-coming and out-going calls, general clerical (assistance with copying and mail duties), maintain lobby and reception logs, greet and assist patients and visitors entering facility, and other duties as assigned. Bi-lingual in English and Spanish is highly desirable. Excellent customer service skills, computer skills, high school diploma (or GED), and previous experience required. To apply, send resume by email: rbrandt@tarzanatc.org or fax to: 818-345-3778.
Job #20100722JL

Reseda Facility
Chemical Dependency Counselor 
FT/PT Chemical Dependency Counselor INTERN-Unpaid. Train with an experienced Certified AOD Outpatient Supervisor; will sign for hours. Provides the unique opportunity to work closely with and learn from a multidisciplinary team. Duties include assessments / individualized treatment plans, facilitation of individual group, documentation, and participation in case conferences and crisis intervention as needed. Requires enrollment in an academic addiction studies program, and registration with one of the DADP-approved state-wide certification entities. Bilingual Spanish capability highly preferred. Please email resume to Resedajobs@tarzanatc.org or fax (818) 936-0139 for consideration.
Please refer to Job #2009110909TM when applying for this position.
Health Educator/Outreach Worker 
Full time position. Will engage in street and community outreach to active drug users. Individual will conduct client recruitment and enrollment for a harm reduction program. Group facilitation, one-on-one counseling, and data entry skills are highly desirable. Familiarity and comfort working with drug using individuals and cultures, HIV and Hepatitis prevention, and behavior change models required. Driving record must be in good standing. High School diploma or GED preferred. Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus. Please email resume to resedajobs@tarzanatc.org or fax to (818) 936-0139 for consideration.
Please refer to Job# 20100108DB when applying for this position.
MFT Intern 
Full time/Part Time position, with flexible scheduling, for registered Bilingual Spanish/English speaking MFT intern in the Mental Health Department. NO FEES. Excellent communication skills and an opportunity to work with clients dually diagnosed from diverse cultural backgrounds, (HIV/AIDS and Chemical Dependence). Excellent supervision/training weekly. Supportive team environment. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Conducting clinical assessments, creating individualized treatment and discharge planning, determining diagnoses and treatment recommendations, facilitating individual, couple/family, and group psychotherapy. Excellent organizational skills a must to ensure timely and accurate documentation.Please email resume to resedajobs@tarzanatc.org or fax (818) 936-0139 for consideration.
Please refer to job # 20090529TM when applying for this position.
Grant Writer 
This is a part time or full time position. The Grant Writer reports to the Director of Program Development and is responsible for lead writing private and public grant applications. Position is responsible for researching funding sources, developing concept papers, writing letters of inquiry, and lead writing all narrative sections of funding applications. Succesful candidates will have a demonstrated history of lead writing grant applications to SAMHSA, HRSA, CDC, OAPP, ADPA or other comparable public funding agency within the last 6 month period. Candidate will have excellent writing skills, be familiar with core elements of successful grant writing, and accustomed to working on several grant application deadlines. Proficiency in MS Office Product (MS Word, Outlook, Excel) a must. Persons with a Masters level degree in a health related field preferred and minimum of two years experience writing grants for a healthcare organization (substance abuse, mental health, HIV/AIDS, primary care, etc.). To apply, please fax or e-mail resume to Dr. Salazar, Program Development Director at (818) 936-0133 or jsalazar@tarzanatc.org
Job #20100511JS
Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor  
Full Time position. Will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team. Duties include, but are not limited to: participation in team meetings, performing client assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, group facilitation and individual counseling sessions. Bilingual in English and Spanish highly desirable; bilingual applicants who are enrolled in but have not yet completed an academic addiction studies program are encouraged to apply. Please e-mail resume and cover letter to resedajobs@tarzanatc.org or fax to 818-936-0139.
Please refer to job # 20100730GL when applying for this postion.

Antelope Valley Facility
Nurse Practitioner / Physician Asst 
Fulltime Nurse Practitioner or Physician Asst. needed to provide medical care, treatment and HIV/AIDS education and prevention services to patients in our Palmdale and Lancaster clinics. Candidate must have some HIV/AIDS treatment experience. Please fax or email your resume to Bill Reimers, Director, at (818) 975-5033 or breimers@tarzanatc.org; You may also call (818) 654-3809 with any questions regarding the position.
Job #20100505BR
Parent Partner 
F/T position needed to join our Wraparound team to provide service as a Parent Partner. Service includes assisting parents/guardians in communicating their needs to service providers, modeling effective parenting techniques, and providing peer support to parents/guardians involved in the treatment process. The ideal candidate must have/or have had a child, or close relative, involved with DMH, Probation or DCFS. Excellent communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work with clients in a wide variety of cultural contexts are required. Candidate must have good writing skills. Please submit resumes to Michelle Bee, by email to mbee@tarzanatc.org or fax to (661)952-1030.
20100720AP
Wraparound Facilitator 
F/T position responsible for facilitating and managing Child and Family team meetings for Wraparound clients to ensure continuity of care. Duties include serving as the primary point of contact for all key stakeholders(e.g. clients, families, service providers, and community members) to ensure consistent feedback on service delivery. This is a field based position providing services in the Antelope Valley. Strong verbal and writing skills a must. Applicant must have a Bachelor´s degree in a Human Services field and experience in mental health or social service field. Wraparound and DMH paperwork experience preferred. Please forward resumes to Michelle Bee at mbee@tarzanatc.org
Job #20100723AP
Mental Health Therapist/Counselor 
Full time position needed to conduct comprehensive assessments for youth ages 0 to 18. Duties include travel to obtain case information relevant to completing the assessments. Position requires excellent written skills with knowledge of DMH paperwork. Duties also include providing individual therapy and completion of all required documentation. A good driving record is required. Prior experience working with youth preferred. Position requires a Masters degree in a health services related field. Please email resumes to Alesia Ping-DiFiore at apingdifiore@tarzanatc.org or fax to (661)952-1030
20100804AP
Counselor 
On-call/Chemical Dependency Counselor immediately needed. Will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor in an Outpatient setting. Duties include, assessments and individualized treatment plans for patients, facilitation of groups, documentation, participation in case conferences and crisis intervention as needed. Requires completion of, or enrollment in, an academic addiction studies program, and registration with one of the DADP-approved state-wide certification entities, and one year experience in a behavioral healthcare setting. To apply, e-mail resume to Nucion Avent navent@tarzanatc.org
Job #20100812NA

Tarzana Youth Facility
Child and Family Specialist 
F/T Child and Family Specialist needed for new Wraparound Program. The specialist will be responsible for working directly with the children and family in their respective environments to help them achieve a permanent placement for the children. This position requires 24-hr coverage of Wraparound services, seven days a week, including weekends. Must have a Bachelor´s or Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field in human services and a minimum of two (2) years experience as a case manager working with youth and their families in a community service agency. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred. Submit resume by e-mail to Mandi Beimel,LMFT at mbeimel@tarzanatc.org or fax to (818) 975 - 5038
20100520WCFSSS
Parent Partner 
F/T position needed to join our Wraparound team to provide service as a Parent Partner. Service includes assisting parents/guardians in communicating their needs to service providers, modeling effective parenting techniques, and providing support to parents/guardians involved in the treatment process. The ideal candidate must have had a child involved with DMH, Probation or DCFS. The case with DCFS or probation needs to have been closed for a minimum of one year.Excellent communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work with clients in a wide variety of cultural contexts are required. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.This position requires 24-hr coverage of Wraparound services, seven days a week, including weekends.Candidate must have good writing skills. This is a field based position. Please submit resumes to Mandi Beimel, LMFT at mbeimel@tarzanatc.org or fax to(818)975 -5038
20100520WPPSS

Long Beach Facility
On -call Technician/Van Driver 
1 On-call positions open to transport patients and provide other support services. Must be able to work various shifts, especially nights and weekends. High school diploma or equivalent and valid Class B driver’s license required. Must have excellent customer service skills and strong written and verbal communication skills. Bilingual a plus. Prior work experience in behavioral healthcare preferred. To apply,e-mail resume´ to aknox@tarzanatc.org
Job #20100504AK
On - call Counselor 
On-call Chemical Dependency Counselor position. Will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team of case managers, CD counselors, nurse and psychiatrist under the direction of the Clinical supervisor. Duties include, among others, the implementation of chemical dependency assessments and individualized treatment plans for patients, facilitation of individual group, documentation, participation in case conferences and crisis intervention as needed. Requires the following: 1- completion of an academic addictions studies program 2- Registration and/or certification with one of the DADP-approved state-wide certification entities and 3- minimum 5 years experience in a behavioral healthcare setting. Bilingual skills (English/Spanish). To apply, e-mail resume to aknox@tarzanatc.org
Job number 2010504bAK
On- call Counselor 
On-call Chemical Dependency Counselor immediately needed. Will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor in an Outpatient setting. Duties include, assessments and individualized treatment plans for patients, facilitation of individual group, documentation, participation in case conferences and crisis intervention as needed. Requires completion of or enrollment in an academic addiction studies program, and registration with one of the DADP-approved state-wide certification entities and one year experience in a behavioral healthcare setting. Bilingual Spanish capability highly preferred. To apply, e-mail resume to Erin Spencer at espencer@tarzanatc.org
Job #2010602ES
Health Educator/ Outreach Worker  
Position available for Teen Pregnancy and STI Prevention Health Educator / Outreach worker for both male and female youth in Long Beach and the surrounding South Bay of Los Angeles County. Experience and competency in group facilitation and presentation a must. Will also attend informational and collaborative meetings as well as outreach events. Must be a team player and work independently with a very flexible work schedule which may include some week-ends. Detail-oriented with good documentation, reporting and writing skills a must. Bilingual Spanish - English a plus. Minimum BA/BS in health or human/social service related field. Please send e-mail to Stewart Sokol,PhD. at ssokol@tarzanatc.org or fax to (818)936-0237
20100728HESS

Northridge Clinic Facility