Alexander Valley Healthcare·Cloverdale, California
The therapist will work with primary care providers to assess patient needs, provide individual therapy, and facilitate behavioral health support. They are also responsible for case management, crisis intervention, and maintaining accurate patient records in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
Must have a valid license as a Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California.
Why work with us?
At Alexander Valley Healthcare, you’ll be part of a passionate team where everyone’s voice is heard and valued.
This is your chance to work for a leading health care innovator making a real difference in northern Sonoma County.
Professional growth and support We invest in every employee’s continuous learning and development through our programs.
From scholarships to professional development opportunities, we ensure that our employees build skills and are able to grow within their roles.
Our programs build engagement and contribute to Alexander Valley Healthcare’s strong ethos and dedication to serving our community with outstanding care.
Generous benefits Alexander Valley Healthcare offers competitive salaries, a family-friendly work environment, and one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry.
Benefits include 99% employer-paid health coverage, life insurance, liberal paid time off, loan repayment, and a retirement plan with employer contribution.
We are located in the beautiful City of Cloverdale, northern rural Sonoma County.
Tasks/Duties Include: Works closely with primary care providers to assess patient needs and develop appropriate support and/or interventions.
Behavioral services include but are not limited to; individual therapy, behavioral health education, support groups, information on other community resources and linkages to other resources.
Provides case management support as necessary to ensure that client’s medical, mental health and social service needs are being addressed and met.
Provides behavioral health consultation to primary care providers and support staff.
Works with medical staff to manage crisis situations.
Participates with Director of Behavioral Health in the development and delivery of trainings on behavioral health topics for medical, dental, and support staff.
Completes and maintains patient records that meet applicable legal and ethical standards and the requirements of AVH.
Maintains high ethical standards, especially confidentiality, as required by AVH, the profession, state and federal regulations.
Participates in applicable AVH quality assurance procedures.
Attends behavioral health team meetings, relevant agency meetings, and supervision as directed.
Seeks clinical and administrative supervision as needed.
Participates in ongoing training.
LMFT with a valid, unrestricted California license. Current CPR/BLS certification.
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Medical Specialty: Addiction Medicine Psychiatry Schedule: 10 hour shift 4 hour shift 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Ability to Commute: Cloverdale, CA 95425 (Required)
Candidates must hold a valid, unrestricted California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist and possess current CPR/BLS certification. One year of experience in a similar role or integrative primary care setting is preferred.
Market context
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.
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