Stars Behavioral Health Group·Coachella, California
The specialist assesses clients, develops treatment plans, and provides individual, group, and family therapy. They are also responsible for case management, crisis response, and coordinating discharge planning for children and families.
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Coachella: Coachella Center
68,000 - 70,304 USD Per Year
Working Location: Coachella, CA
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We are seeking an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC), or Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) to join our team.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Valid California Driver’s License with a driving record that meets company eligibility policies.
First Aid certification from an approved provider (such as the American Red Cross) or the ability to obtain it upon hire.
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and manage a diverse nursing team.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with clients, staff, physicians, and community partners.
Must successfully pass a mandatory background check, criminal record clearance, and drug screening.
Meet agency driver eligibility criteria if applicable
The Mental Health Specialist assesses clients at start of treatment (reviews as needed), develops and maintains treatment plans, and conducts family collateral and discharge planning. Duties include discussing goals and objectives of proposed treatment plans and establishing a contract with the consumer. Interviewing consumers to team with mental health professionals in determining the needs of individuals or groups on a walk-in/telephone basis; respond to potential suicide or other emergency events. Visit clients, individually or as part of a team, in a variety of living situations, to help assess the mental health needs of individuals and families, observe progress, provide counseling, gather data, and report significant changes in the client's condition to designated professional staff.
· Centers provide outpatient mental health services to children and their families.
· Working with children of all ages, at home, at school and in the community
Services include: · Individual therapy
· Group therapy
· Family counseling
· Case management
· Rehabilitative/Skill building services
· Medication management and support
https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/ [https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/]
mlawrence@starsinc.com
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in psychology, social work, or a related field and be registered as an Associate (ACSW, APCC, or AMFT) with the Board of Behavioral Science. A valid California Driver's License and First Aid certification are also 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.
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