Mental Health Therapist (EBW)

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 PTO Days per year

9 Nationally Observed Holidays

401k matching up to 6%

Health care premiums: $2500 individual

Job summary

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services is seeking Mental Health Therapist I or II in Oakland, CA. You will provide behavioral health interventions, develop treatment plans, and perform individual, group, and family therapy under supervision. The role includes crisis intervention, caseload management, and collaboration with other staff to support youth and families.

Shifts are Full Time, 9 am–5:30 pm. Benefits include PTO, holidays, 401k, and health premiums; California licensing requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in social work, psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or a related field.
• Mental Health Therapist I requires one year of internship experience providing mental health services in relevant settings.
• Mental Health Therapist II requires two years of post-master’s experience providing professional mental health services in relevant settings.

Responsibilities

• Provides behavioral health clinical intervention and recovery services to assigned participants and their families.
• Develops treatment plans and performs individual, group, and family therapy, routine and emergency assessment, crisis intervention, and related treatment services.
• Manages an assigned caseload of children, youth, or young adult participants and collaborates with staff, programs, and agencies.

Education

Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or related field

Job description

Brief Description

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services is a great place to work. Year after year, our employees make the difference in helping those with mental health issues. Whether you are just starting your career or a seasoned professional, you’ll be able to find the right spot to help others. East Bay Wrap is a program designed to support youth and their families using an evidence-based model that is family centered, culturally/linguistically responsive and community based.

What You Will Do

Under administrative and clinical supervision (Mental Health Therapist I) or consultation and direction (Mental Health Therapist II), provides behavioral health clinical intervention and recovery services to assigned participants and their families; develops treatment plans and performs individual, group, and family therapy , routine and emergency assessment, crisis intervention, and related treatment services; manages an assigned caseload of children, youth and/or young adult participants; provides consultation to other staff, programs, and agencies related to treatment needs and plans; and performs related duties as assigned.

Shifts Available

Full Time – 9 am - 5:30 pm

Salary Range

In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this position is between $33.69 and $43 per hour. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Amazing Benefits

• 21 PTO Days per year
• 9 Nationally Observed Holidays
• 401k matching up to 6%
• Affordable monthly health care premiums: Company provides $2500 for individual and $5000 for family (annually), towards co-pays.
• 2024-2025 Benefits Guide

What You Bring to The Table (requirements)

• Education: Mental Health Therapist I - II: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in social work, psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or a related field; and
• Experience: Mental Health Therapist I: One (1) year of internship experience providing mental health services in a behavioral health, clinic, residential, school-based, or community-based setting for children, youth, or young adults.
• Experience: Mental Health Therapist II: Two (2) years of post-master’s experience providing professional mental health services in a behavioral health, clinic, residential, school-based, or community-based setting for children, youth, or young adults.
• Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, a satisfactory driving record, and a properly registered and insured vehicle, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Licenses and Certifications: Mental Health Therapist I: Possession of a valid registration as an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW), Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), to be maintained throughout employment. Some programs may consider candidates who are able to obtain registered status within the first six (6) months after hire.
• Licenses and Certifications: Mental Health Therapist II: Possession of valid licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), to be maintained throughout employment.

Our Mission

“Fred Finch Youth & Family Services partners with individuals and communities to provide culturally responsive services that cultivate mental and physical resilience and wellness.”

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