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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