Licensed Mental Health Professional (Enhanced STRTP)

crestwoodcareers; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Sick Leave Buy Back

401(k) Retirement

Education Loan Assistance

Jury Duty Pay

Paid Holidays

Service Awards

Job summary

Crestwood San Luis Obispo is opening an Enhanced Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (E-STRTP) and seeks a licensed mental health professional to provide clinical oversight and supervise treatment staff. The role emphasizes compliance with licensure standards and coordinated discharge planning.

The position requires a CA license (LCSW/LMFT/ Psychologist/ Psychiatrist), at least 2 years in a healthcare setting serving youth, and familiarity with DSM-5-TR. CA driver’s license is needed.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current, active California license as a mental health professional.
• Minimum 2 years in a healthcare setting, with children/adolescents preferred.
• Knowledge of DSM-5-TR and regulatory standards is required.
• Experience with residential treatment or crisis settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight in E-STRTP and supervise staff.
• Coordinate treatment planning, transition, and discharge activities.
• Ensure compliance with licensing standards and reporting requirements.
• Support the Clinical Director and deliver therapeutic guidance.

Skills

DSM-5-TR knowledge

Therapeutic guidance

Client assessment

Education

CA Licensure (LCSW/LMFT/Psychologist/Psychiatrist)

Valid CA Drivers License

Job description

Title: Licensed Mental Health Professional (Enhanced STRTP)

Are you looking for a meaningful role in behavioral health and have the desire to work with an organization that puts people first? If you have a passion for helping others along their recovery journey, then we invite you to join our Crestwood family!

For more than 50+ years Crestwood has been committed to creating innovative recovery programs and developing compassionate communities that support each client in their journey. Our model of care focuses on a personal and self-directed process that empowers the people we serve and helps them to develop the skills to thrive!

Job Duties:

Under the supervision of the Administrator or Designee, the Licensed Mental Health Professional provides clinical oversight in the Enhanced Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (E-STRTP), a 24-hour, short-term (typically 10 to 30 days) intensive residential treatment program serving youth ages 10 through 17 experiencing a mental health or behavioral health crisis who require more support than a family-based setting can provide but who do not meet criteria for inpatient psychiatric hospitalization. The Licensed Mental Health Professional meets directly with youth, oversees staff responsible for treatment, transition, and discharge planning, and ensures compliance with CDSS Community Care Licensing STRTP Interim Licensing Standards, DHCS mental health program requirements, and established policies and procedures, including timely completion of reporting requirements. The Licensed Mental Health Professional helps in the supervision of program staff by providing therapeutic guidance and assists the Clinical Director in coordinating and implementing the core program.

Campus Opening: February 2027

Schedule: Full-Time

Qualifications:

• Must hold a current, active California license as an LCSW, LMFT, Psychologist, or Psychiatrist.
• A minimum of 2 years in a healthcare setting at least one of which must have been in a mental health setting serving children or adolescents; experience in residential treatment, crisis stabilization, or child welfare preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of DSM-5-TR.
• Familiarity with the STRTP Interim Licensing Standards, CCR Titles 9 and 22, Medi-Cal specialty mental health services, the Child and Family Team (CFT) process, and other governmental regulations.
• Valid CA Drivers License.
• Additional trainings provided for Professional CEUs: DBT, Motivational Interviewing, WRAP, etc.

Crestwood Offers Comprehensive Benefits Packages to Full-Time Employees Including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Sick Leave Buy Back
• 401(k) Retirement
• Scholarship Program
• Education Loan Assistance Program
• Qualifying Supervision for BBS Associates
• Competitive Pay
• Paid Holidays
• Service Awards
• Jury Duty Pay

About the Campus:

Crestwood San Luis Obispo's new Enhanced Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (E-STRTP) will provide specialized, intensive behavioral health services and 24-hour support for youth experiencing a mental health crisis. This four-bed program will primarily serve foster youth ages 12-17 who need a highly structured therapeutic setting but do not meet the criteria for psychiatric hospitalization. Through individualized assessment, stabilization, and treatment, the program will help youth strengthen coping skills, improve emotional and behavioral regulation, and safely transition to a lower level of care. As part of San Luis Obispo County's children's continuum of care, the E-STRTP will help bridge an important service gap between hospitalization and home- or community-based care.

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Pay Range:

The salary range listed below represents the minimum and maximum base pay per hour at the time of posting. Final salary offered to the candidate selected for the position will be based on factors including but not limited to candidate's skills, experience, licensure, and program acuity.

Pay Range:

$145,600 - $163,883 USD

It's About Growth! Our employees are our most valuable assets.

Did you know that at Crestwood you can gain experience at one of California's leading behavioral health service providers? We deliver industry leading education and training that allows our team members to succeed and continue to grow their careers with Crestwood.

Check out our Career Page to learn more about being a part of the Crestwood Family and the benefits available. https://workatcrestwood.com/

Crestwood is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We embrace all differences and are fully committed to fostering a sense of belonging for everyone. Employment and advancement opportunities are extended to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity or expression