Mental Health Therapist - STAY Program

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 21 days/year

9 paid holidays

401k matching up to 6%

Degree assistance up to $10,000

Health care premiums

Job summary

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services in Oakland, CA seeks a Mental Health Therapist to provide behavioral health interventions and therapy to children, youth, and young adults under supervision. The role requires a master’s degree in a related field and current or eligible California registrations.

Responsibilities include treatment planning, individual/family therapy, crisis intervention, and caseload management, with opportunities to collaborate across programs and services in a supportive,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, MFT or related field.
• Internship experience providing mental health services (I level).
• Two years post-master’s experience providing professional mental health services (II level).
• Possession or eligibility for California professional registrations as listed (ACSW/AMFT/APCC or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health interventions and recovery services to participants and families; develop treatment plans and conduct individual, group, and family therapy.
• Perform routine and emergency assessments, crisis intervention, and related services; manage an assigned caseload of children/youth/young adults.
• Consult with staff, programs, and external agencies regarding treatment needs and plans.

Skills

Behavioral health care

Caseload management

Crisis intervention

Education

Master’s degree in social work/psychology/counseling/MFT or related field

Internship experience (I level)

Two years post-master’s experience (II level)

Tools

California Driver’s License

ACSW/AMFT/APCC registration or eligibility

LCSW/LMFT/LPCC licensure (II level)

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. Our team is currently looking for a Mental Health Therapist, whether you are just starting your career or a seasoned professional, you’ll be able to find the right position to help others.

Pay/Benefits at a Glance:

• Pay Range: The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. This position may be filled at one of two levels:
• Mental Health Therapist I: $70,304- $89,434.15 per year
• Mental Health Therapist II: $77,112 - $98,416.62 per year.
• 21 PTO Days per year
• 9 Nationally Observed Holidays
• 401k matching up to 6%
• Up to $10,000 in the Degree Assistance Program
• Affordable monthly health care premiums
• To learn more about our full benefits package, click here

Our Culture and Mission

We envision Fred Finch as a healing-centered organization where our diverse staff at all levels feels at home. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive, grow, and explore opportunities. Together, we actively work on diversity within our organization and the communities we serve.

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

The philosophies and concepts behind the service design of the Supportive Services for Transition Age Youth draw from both evidence-based and evidence-informed best practices. STAY utilizes principles from the Transition to Independence model (TIP) for working with Transition Age Youth (TAY); the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP); and Assertive Community Treatment (ACT). Additionally, co-occurring disorders are normative in this population, and therefore all staff receives education in concepts related to co-occurring complexity such as Motivational Interviewing. Individually designed services support participants to gain the skills, knowledge, and abilities to move successfully into adult life. Through their engagement in program services, participants learn to imagine and develop aspirations for the future.

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.

Qualifications

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
• 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.
• 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; minimum of two (2) years of driving experience; or the ability to obtain and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within ten (10) days of hire.
• 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
• 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

Join our team as: Mental Health Therapist

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services (FF) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FF does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.