Bilingual Mental Health Clinician
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. 16-bed facilities Designed for adults with mental health challenges or a recent crisis who need intensive treatment. 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. Able to 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 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)
Nice To Haves
- Fluent in Spanish
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
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable)
- Employee Recognition & Rewards
- Ample vacation and holiday pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
