Stars Behavioral Health Group·San Bernardino, California
The specialist assesses clients, develops treatment plans, and provides counseling to transitional age youth in a residential crisis setting. They are responsible for conducting family collaterals, discharge planning, and responding to emergency psychiatric events.
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San Bernardino: TAY Crisis Residential Treatment
68,000 - 70,304.00 USD Per Year
Working Location: San Bernardino, CA
8 Hour AM Shift Monday - Friday (Rotating Weekends)
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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.
• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related mental health field.
• Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as an Associate (AMFT, ACSW, or APCC).
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.
The TAY Crisis Residential Treatment (CRT) facility is a short-term, voluntary residential program for Transitional Age Youth (TAY) aged 18-25 experiencing a psychiatric crisis. It offers 24/7 services, including therapeutic and mental health care, substance use rehabilitation, pre-vocational or vocational counseling, medication evaluation and support, daily exercise, health and wellness education, and crisis intervention, all aimed at helping residents stabilize, recover, and transition back into the community.
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
Temporary Mental Health Specialist II roles in California are often competitive because employers typically look for a master’s degree, active Board of Behavioral Science associate registration, and practical readiness to work with clients right away. Benefits like medical, dental, vision, vacation, and holiday pay can make temporary openings more attractive, and this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your ACSW, APCC, or AMFT status, California driver’s license, and First Aid certification are current.
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