Mental Health Specialist II - PM

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous time off

Medical, dental, vision coverage

CEU opportunities

Supervision for AMFT/ACSW/APCC

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group in Irvine, CA is hiring a Mental Health Specialist II - PM to join the Coastal Star Crisis Stabilization Unit. The role supports crisis stabilization, conducts assessments, develops treatment plans, and coordinates discharge planning.

Requires a Master’s degree in psychology or social work, California BBS Associate license (AMFT/ACSW/APCC), First Aid certification or ability to obtain, and a driving license.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related mental health field.
• Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as an Associate (AMFT, ACSW, or APCC).
• First Aid certification from an approved provider or ability to obtain it upon hire.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid California Driver’s License with a driving record that meets company eligibility policies.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients at start of treatment and develop and maintain treatment plans.
• Conduct family collateral and discharge planning.
• Interview clients to collaborate with mental health professionals in determining needs.
• Visit clients in various living situations and respond to potential emergencies.

Education

Master’s degree in psychology or social work

Job description

Partner with us in making a positive change!

Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.

Job Title

Mental Health Specialist II - PM

Division/Program

Irvine: Coastal Star Crisis Stabilization Unit

Starting Compensation

67,000 - 77,000 USD Per Year

Working Location

Irvine, CA

Working Hours/Shift

Sunday - Thursday 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.


• Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.


• Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.

Professional Growth Opportunities

• On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.


• Career development programs designed to help you grow.


• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).

Employee Recognition & Rewards

A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

We are seeking an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC), or Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) to join our team.

Education

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related mental health field. (Recently graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply!)

Licensure

• Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as an Associate (AMFT, ACSW, or APCC).

Compliance & Safety

• Must be 18 years of age or older.


• Valid California Driver’s License with a driving record that meets company eligibility policies.


• First Aid certification from an approved provider (such as the American Red Cross) or the ability to obtain it upon hire.

How You Will Make a Difference

The Mental Health Specialist assesses clients at start of treatment (reviews as needed), develops and maintains treatment plans, and conducts family collateral and discharge planning. Duties include discussing goals and objectives of proposed treatment plans and establishing a contract with the consumer. Interviewing consumers to team with mental health professionals in determining the needs of individuals or groups on a walk-in/telephone basis; respond to potential suicide or other emergency events. Visit clients, individually or as part of a team, in a variety of living situations, to help assess the mental health needs of individuals and families, observe progress, provide counseling, gather data, and report significant changes in the client's condition to designated professional staff.

Program

Division/Program Overview

The Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) is a place where people experiencing a mental health crisis can go to be stabilized. These facilities operate 24/7 to provide crisis stabilization.

Population Served

Up to 16 adults (ages 18 and up) and 8 adolescents (ages 13 to 17).

Facility & Setting

Can be compared to an Urgent Care Center where people often go for a medical emergency instead of going to the hospital ER. Patients may stay up to 23 hours.

Clinical Services

Provides important services to those in need of immediate crisis intervention and stabilization. Designed to prevent psychiatric hospitalizations.

Length of Stay

stay of up to 23 hours

Skills & Transition

The CSU will help clients to stabilize and will also provide referrals to other needed services. Transportation is provided as needed.

Learn more about SBHG at

https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/