Clinician - Older Adult, Bilingual  (Regular Full-Time, Hourly)
Program: Maria Sardinas Wellness & Recovery Center (South SD)
Region: South San Diego
Services: Adult Outpatient (AOP)
Career Type: Clinicians

Hours: 40 hours per week. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; Wednesday, 11:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Pay Rate: $37.30 to $38.46 per hour

Education: Master's degree in a mental health related field such as Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling required

Licensure: Licensed, license-eligible, or registered in California with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) or PhD/PsyD or Waivered Psychologist required

Benefits:

• 19 days of PTO and 12 paid holidays per year
• Free clinical supervision and CEUs
• Monthly contribution of $100 towards qualified student loan debt; access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for eligible individuals
• Choice of medical plans, with minimal employee cost/expenses and excellent coverage
• Several dental plan options; vision benefits
• Company-paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Tax-Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses
• Generous retirement plan contributions
• Free Employee Assistance Plan
• Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans
• Opportunities for advancement and growth

As a Clinician I - Older Adult, you will:

• Primarily provide services and serve as the point person for clients in the older adult population.
• Serve as a team lead and support to management for questions about client care, supporting in crises, and assisting with staff training especially pertaining to the care of Older Adults
• Conduct initial behavioral health assessments for clients, utilizing a psychosocial rehabilitation focus and dynamic team-based approach.
• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions.
• Develop and update individual treatment service plans for clients.
• Create discharge plans and provide linkage to other support services within the community.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning.
• Provide crisis intervention services as needed.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with a mental health population, especially with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders is strongly preferred
• Bilingual Spanish required for this position
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment is essential
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office
• A valid California driver's license in good standing and eligibility to be an approved CRF driver is required to fulfill the essential functions of this position. In addition, proof of insurance is required prior to driving personal vehicles on company business.
• Ability to pass criminal/background clearance

CRF inspires and mentors the next generation of mental health professionals!

Maria Sardinas Wellness Recovery Center is one of our Adult Outpatient programs (AOP), which provide behavioral health services including psychiatric and clinical assessment, treatment planning, ongoing medication services, individual and group counseling, case management, crisis intervention, mobile outreach, vocational support, peer support and older adult outreach. We deliver fully integrated services to adult clients diagnosed with a serious mental illness, as well as individuals with co-occurring, mental health, and substance use disorders.

All of our outpatient programs also provide full-time walk-in services. Our programs utilize evidence-based practices to assist our clients in reaching their goals and to live the highest quality of life while managing their mental illness.

CRF staff members work together to meet the needs of San Diego County's residents who are experiencing mental/behavioral health challenges. We offer a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters personal growth and development. You will work within a collaborative, supportive team structure, learn new ways to provide optimal supports to your clients and help people change their lives for the better!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Clinician I - Older Adult