Mental Health Social Worker - 217601 Job at Medix™, California

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  • Medix™
  • California

Job Description

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8am-5pm

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

  • Proficiency in conducting mental status examinations and familiarity with current diagnostic manuals.
  • Strong grasp of psychiatric mental health theories and their application in practice.
  • Conducting individual and group therapy sessions for clients with various psychopathologies.
  • Acting as a primary therapist and collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary treatment team.
  • Accurately observing and documenting treatment sessions.
  • Comprehensive understanding of human relationships and their dynamics.
  • Effective communication and interaction with visitors, law enforcement, and community members.
  • Skill in assessing client statements and behaviors for indications of antisocial tendencies.
  • Clear and concise communication in both verbal and written English.
  • Proficiency in spoken and written Spanish for effective communication (preferred).

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Proven clinical experience in treating acute and chronic mentally ill populations.
  • Expertise in crisis intervention and experience in family therapy.
  • Competence in treatment and discharge planning.
  • Familiarity with community resources pertinent to mental health care.
  • Experience in preparing written client evaluations.
  • Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or ASL is advantageous.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Master’s degree in Behavioral Sciences or a related field from an accredited university.
  • Valid registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (CA BBS).

Performance incentives monthly of up to $1,000

Job Tags

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