Bilingual Mental Health Therapist
About The Position
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. The facility is a 16-bed facility designed for adults with mental health challenges or a recent crisis who need intensive treatment. It offers 24/7 programs as an alternative to urgent care or hospitalization. Individuals can live on-site in a homelike setting for a short term while they receive counseling and learn basic living and interpersonal skills. They can receive physical and psychological evaluation, mental health, and case management services, in addition to assistance locating permanent housing.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in psychology, social work, or another related mental health field
- MHS II - Registered with the Board of Behavioral Science as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC)
- MHS III - Registered with the Board of Behavioral Science as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
- Must possess a valid CA driver's license and maintain a driving record that meets the company driver eligibility policy
- First Aid certification from persons qualified by agencies including but not limited to the American Red Cross or obtain certification within 90 days of employment
- Spanish Required
Nice To Haves
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable)
Responsibilities
- Assesses clients at the start of treatment (reviews as needed)
- Develops and maintains treatment plans
- Conducts family collateral and discharge planning
- Provides direct care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the clients through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction
- Engaged in admission and diagnostic formulation
- Screens incoming referrals
- Works with referring parties (i.e. Social Workers, Nurses, hospital liaisons and etc.) to ensure appropriate client care and treatment planning
Benefits
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle
- On-the-job training
- Paid CEU opportunities
- Career development programs
- Generous Time Off
- Ample vacation
- Holiday pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
