EMS Clinician: Youth Mental Health Counselor

Helpline Youth Counseling; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Helpline Youth Counseling (HYC) seeks an EMS Clinician to provide therapy and counseling within the Emergency Medical Services program at the Whittier headquarters. You will conduct intake assessments, develop treatment plans, and deliver crisis interventions for young adults, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a behavioral health field, relevant licensure, and the ability to manage a caseload with strong documentation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Mental Health, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field.
• Current professional licensure, registration, or certification required for the position, when applicable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience providing behavioral health, mental health, case management, or related services to clients and families.
• Willingness and ability to adhere to site-specific training, policies, procedures, and professional practice requirements.
• Ability to collect, document, and maintain accurate client data in accordance with program, agency, and project protocols.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, families, project team members, staff liaisons, supervisors, and other stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including managing caseloads and timely documentation.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with clients, families, and service providers.
• Reliability in transportation and ability to travel to HYC locations when needed.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends as required.
• Valid California driver’s license and ability to drive for organization purposes.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy/counseling to students in the EMS certification program.
• Perform intake assessments and develop treatment plans for young adults 19–26.
• Offer crisis intervention and make appropriate referrals.
• Assist with case management and care coordination for clients.
• Collaborate with clinical and case management teams to coordinate care.
• Attend weekly clinical supervision and complete practicum evaluations.

Skills

Counseling & therapy

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal communication

Documentation & data management

Case coordination

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Mental Health, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field

Job description

Helpline Youth Counseling (HYC) seeks an EMS Clinician to provide therapy and counseling within the Emergency Medical Services program at the Whittier headquarters. You will conduct intake assessments, develop treatment plans, and deliver crisis interventions for young adults, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a behavioral health field, relevant licensure, and the ability to manage a caseload with strong documentation.