Mental Health Therapist

About the role

This position has primary responsibility for providing individual and group mental health services and case management services to children, adolescents, adults and their families. Services include but are not limited to individual, family and collateral therapy, bio-psycho-social assessments, treatment/service planning, discharge planning, etc. Functions as crisis intervention clinician as needed. He/she acts as liaison with external agencies and functions on teams with other clinical & support staff. S/he documents and bills for mental health and case management services and completes outcomes information. May be requested to obtain additional certifications as needed, including for evidenced based practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group mental health services and case management services to children, adolescents, adults and their families.
• Conduct bio-psycho-social assessments and develop treatment/service plans.
• Engage in crisis intervention and provide immediate support as needed.
• Act as liaison with external agencies and collaborate with other clinical and support staff.
• Document and bill for mental health and case management services.
• Complete outcomes information and participate in performance evaluations.
• May be asked to become LPS designee certified to facilitate the completion of "applications 5150/5585" for clients in need of such.

Requirements

• MHSII Master's degree in a mental health/social services field with BBS Registered intern number.
• MHSIII Master’s degree in mental health/social services field with BBS License.
• Two years’ experience in a mental health field with age group(s) to be served by the position in residential or outpatient settings preferred.
• Licensure Requirements: MHSII - BBS AMFT associate registration, BBS ASW associate, registration BBS APCC registration. MHSIII – LMFT, LCSW or LPCC license in California.
• Preferred: Current Substance Abuse Counselor or Chemical Dependency Counselor certification (Certificate program from an organization on the California DHCS list of certifying organizations).

Qualifications

• Education & Compliance: Required for all levels: Education MHSII Master's degree in a mental health/social services field with BBS Registered intern number. MHSIII Master’s degree in mental health/social services field with BBS License.
• Driver's License: Valid California Driver's License with a driving record that meets company eligibility policies.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of mental health disorders and treatment options.
• Proficiency in computer software for documentation and billing.

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

$68,194.00 - $70,304.00 USD Per Hour

Schedule

Wed-Fri 10 am to 8:30 pm & Sat 8 am to 6:30 pm