Mhs II

Stars Behavioral Health Group • Sylmar, CA

6d • $70,304 - $73,819 • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Specialist II (MHS II) is a clinical treatment team member at Olive View Crisis Residential Treatment–Central Star, a 16-bed residential facility providing short-term, home-like care and 24/7 intensive treatment as an alternative to hospitalization or urgent care. The role assesses clients at the start of treatment and conducts reviews as needed, develops and maintains treatment plans, and provides family collateral and discharge planning. The MHS II also provides direct care to address clients’ physical and psychosocial needs through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction.

The position participates in admissions and diagnostic formulation, screens incoming referrals, and coordinates with referring parties—including social workers, nurses, and hospital liaisons—to support appropriate client care and treatment planning. Duties are performed under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, although some tasks are completed independently. The program offers physical and psychological evaluations, mental health counseling, case management, life-skills and interpersonal training, and assistance locating permanent housing.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Assess clients at the start of treatment and conduct reviews as needed.
• Develop and maintain treatment plans.
• Conduct family collateral and discharge planning.
• Provide direct care to meet clients’ physical and psychosocial needs through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction.
• Participate in admission and diagnostic formulation.
• Screen incoming referrals.
• Work with referring parties, including social workers, nurses, and hospital liaisons, to support appropriate client care and treatment planning.
• Perform duties under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, while completing some tasks independently.

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits.
• Vacation and holiday pay.
• On-the-job training and access to paid CEU opportunities.
• Career development programs.
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals, where applicable.
• Employee recognition and rewards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level