Mental Health Therapist Job Description

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Mental Health Therapist

STARS Behavioral Health Group - Los Angeles, CA

Partner with us in making a positive change!

Join a community that's changing mental healthcare for the better. We have been certified as a Great Place to Work by our own employees for over 5 years running. Looking forward to your partnership in making a difference with us!

Job Title:
Mental Health Specialist II
Division/Program:
MLK/Mark Ridley Behavioral Health (MLK) - Los Angeles, CA
Starting Compensation:
$64K -$70K USD Yearly
Working Location:
Compton, CA
Working Hours/Shift:
Mon-Fri 7 am to 3:30 pm

What SBHG brings to you (benefits):

Competitive compensation
Company paid benefits package including medical, dental and vision and many other voluntary benefits for employees
Generous vacation and holiday pay
On the job training including paid CEU opportunities and career development
AMFT, ACSW and APCC's receive supervision for BBS hours (when applicable)
Click here to learn more: https://www.starsinc.com/careers/employee-benefits

What you bring to SBHG (Qualifications):

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)
Valid California Driver's License, required.
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.

How you will make a difference (Job Overview):

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. Duties are performed under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, but some tasks are accomplished independently.

Division/Program Overview:

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.

Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

For Additional Information:

SBHG and its affiliates acknowledge all COVID 19 vaccination guidelines and mandates recommended by the State of California Department of Public Health. For more details, please see: https://covid19.ca.gov/workers-and-businesses/#vaccination-testing-requirements

Grade State Range: 65,452.04 - 98,178.07 USD Annual