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Mental Health Clinician II

Stars Behavioral Health Group · Downey, CA · 1 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time

About the role

This position assesses clients at the start of treatment (reviews as needed), develops and maintains treatment plans, and conducts family collateral and discharge planning. The MHS II is a clinical treatment team member who is also responsible for providing direct care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the clients through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction. MHS II will also be engaged in admission and diagnostic formulation, screening incoming referrals, and work with referring parties (i.e. Social Workers, Nurses, hospital liaisons and etc.) to ensure appropriate client care and treatment planning. Duties are performed under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, but some tasks are accomplished independently.

Responsibilities

  • Affirmatively assess clients at the start of treatment (reviews as needed)
  • Develop and maintain treatment plans
  • Conduct family collateral and discharge planning
  • Provide direct care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of clients
  • Engage in admission and diagnostic formulation
  • Screen incoming referrals
  • Work with referring parties to ensure appropriate client care and treatment planning

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related mental health field
  • Valid California Driver's License with a driving record that meets company eligibility policies
  • Current First Aid certification from an approved agency (such as the American Red Cross) or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of employment
  • Active registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as an Associate (AMFT, ACSW, or APCC) for MHS II
  • Active licensure with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as a Licensed clinician (LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC) for MHS III

Qualifications

  • Education: Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related mental health field
  • Driver's License: Valid California Driver's License with a driving record that meets company eligibility policies
  • Licensure Requirements: Active registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as an Associate (AMFT, ACSW, or APCC) for MHS II and Active licensure with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as a Licensed clinician (LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC) for MHS III

Skills

  • Comprehensive physical/psychological evaluations
  • Mental health counseling
  • Case management
  • Life-skills and interpersonal training
  • Dedicated assistance for locating permanent housing

Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience
  • Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle
  • Professional Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities
  • Career development programs designed to help you grow
  • Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable)
  • Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

Pay

$70,304 - $73,819.20 USD Per Year

Schedule

Sunday - Thursday 10am-6:30pm

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