Alliance Medical Center Inc.·Healdsburg, California
The trainee will provide mental health services to individuals, couples, families, and children using solution-focused therapy under remote clinical supervision. Key duties include conducting intake assessments, developing treatment plans, and accurately documenting patient records.
As a part-time University of San Francisco MFT Student Trainee, you will work onsite at Alliance Medical Center (AMC) under the supervision of an AMC clinical supervisor to diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders within the context of marriage and family systems. The part-time USF Student Trainee will apply psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques while gaining experience in providing services to individuals, couples, and families with a focus on mental health diagnosis and treatment.
The part-time USF MFT Student Trainee role is designed to develop one's clinical skills under the guidance of a licensed AMC clinical supervisor. In this traineeship, students receive one hour of individual supervision (or two hours of group supervision) for every five hours of direct client contact, with regular mid-term and end-of-term evaluations from the assigned AMC clinical supervisor. Supervision is provided remotely while the trainee works on-site at an AMC site.
Provide mental health services to families, couples, individuals, and children using solution-focused therapy under the consistent supervision of a licensed remote AMC clinical supervisor. Conduct intake assessments, needs evaluations, and therapeutic interventions for individuals and families, including observation and discussions to gather information. Participate in the development and implementation of treatment plans under the guidance of the AMC clinical supervisor and the AMC clinical team. Document patient records accurately and in accordance with clinic and licensing standards under clinical supervision. Attend weekly clinical team meetings and engage with other community organizations to broaden your understanding of mental health care. Complete other duties as assigned, based on training needs and scope of practice. Supervisory Responsibilities This role does not involve supervisory responsibilities.
Education/Experience Currently enrolled in USF, or have completed a Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related behavioral science field. No prior clinical experience required; this trainee role is designed to meet academic program requirements while providing hands-on experience and skill development. Ability to work onsite at an Alliance Medical Center clinic while effectively engaging in clinical supervision that may be provided virtually. Licenses and Certifications Master’s Program Enrollment Verification Traineeship Course Verification Language Skills Bilingual in English and Spanish, both written and verbal, required.
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.