Sutter Health·Santa Clara, California
Provide psychotherapy and comprehensive assessments for individuals, children, and families dealing with chronic or life-threatening illnesses. Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to coordinate care and implement behavioral health best practices.
Responsible for providing psychotherapy with individuals, children and families.
Provides comprehensive assessment and counseling support for mental, emotional, social and behavioral issues that arise for patients with chronic or life threatening illness.
Assists patients in learning effective tools to cope with stress, grief and loss, and to make healthy behavioral changes.
Works in partnership with physicians, other health practitioners and administrative staff on care coordination and treatment planning, and is the principle team resource for all mental health matters.
The position also collaborates with the other psychotherapists (LCSW, LMFT, Psychologist) to implement and sustain best practices in the area of psychotherapy and guided imagery, and to stay abreast of research and best practice in the field of behavioral health.
**hybrid remote days eligible*
EDUCATION: Master's: Social Work OR Master of Social Services, MSS, degree from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: LCSW-Licensed Clinical Social Worker OR LMFT-Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist OR PSY-Psychologist of California TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: Two years recent relevant experience
Yes Unions: No Position Status: Exempt Weekly Hours: 32 Employee Status: Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $94,481.92 to $132,271.36 / annual salary The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Requires a Master's degree in Social Work or Social Services and a valid LCSW, LMFT, or Psychologist license in California. Candidates should have at least two years of recent relevant clinical experience.
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.
