Mental Health Clinician - Children/Youth/Families

Clinician, Bilingual  (Regular Full-Time, Hourly)
Program: Nueva Vista Family Services (Chula Vista)
Region: Chula Vista
Services: Child and Family (CYF)
Career Type: Clinicians
 

UPCOMING CAREER FAIR! April 23, 2024, 10:30 am - 3:00 pm

Marina Village Conference Center - 1936 Quivira Way, San Diego, 92109

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Hours: 40 hours per week with some evenings required. Clinic hours are Monday and Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 9:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Pay Rate: $32.50 - $35.50 per hour

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

Licensure: Registered, license-eligible, or licensed with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) required and must be kept current throughout employment

Bilingual Spanish is required for this position

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, you will:

• Provide therapeutic interventions to clients and/or members of clients' families in a collaborative and professional manner in individual, group and family modalities.
• Conduct collateral interviews as indicated with all identified partners, i.e., school, social services, probation and other treatment providers to support service plan objectives.
• Provide crisis intervention for clients and their families, and maintains all required documentation.
• Provide community-based services as needed by the families (schools, homes, community centers, churches, or where the family/clients feel most comfortable).
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and develops and updates client service plans.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Experience working with children and adolescents with severe emotional disturbance in a public mental setting
• Understanding of psychosocial rehabilitation (PSR) and recovery principles, wrap-around models, and evidence-based practices
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple concurrent assignments and work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with the County Electronic Health Record (EHR) system writing assessments preferred
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office
• A valid California drivers license in good standing, proof of insurance, and personal vehicle are required to fulfill the essential functions of this position.
• Able to pass criminal/background clearance

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

Nueva Vista Family Services is one of our Children, Youth and Families (CYF) programs which provides services throughout San Diego County. We provide a range of services including crisis intervention, individual, family, and group therapy, medication support, rehabilitation, case management and co-occurring behavioral health and substance use services while incorporating the family systems and wrap-around approach.

We provide mental health services to children and youth with Medi-Cal as well as those who are uninsured and underinsured. Our services are clinic, school, community, and home-based.

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