Overnight Associate Crisis Clinician

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Victorville (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group in Victorville, CA is seeking an Overnight Associate Crisis Clinician to assess clients at the start of treatment, develop and monitor treatment plans, and coordinate discharge planning with the care team.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related field; California BBS registration as AMFT, APCC, or ACSW; 18+ years old; a valid CA driver’s license; and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain).

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, APCC, or ACSW).
• 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 (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Assess clients at start of treatment and develop treatment plans.
• Coordinate discharge planning and collaborate with mental health professionals.
• Interview clients and participate in crisis intervention and safety planning.
• Provide counseling and support to individuals and families as needed.

Education

Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related mental health field

Tools

First Aid certification

California Driver’s License

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: Overnight Associate Crisis Clinician

Division/Program: Victorville: High Desert Crisis Walk In Center

Starting Compensation: 75,000 - 80,000 USD Per Year

Working Location: Victorville, CA

Working Hours/Shift: 8 Hour Overnight Shift 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM (Sunday - Thursday)

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.

What You Bring to SBHG (Qualifications)

• 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.

Division/Program Overview

Program: The Valley Star Crisis Walk-In Center (CWIC) is voluntary and offered on a 24/7 basis in an unlocked setting with a stay of up to 23 hours

Population Served: All age groups – children, adolescents, adults, and older adults – who need immediate access to crisis mental health services.

Facility & Setting: The Valley Star Crisis Walk-In Center (CWIC) is voluntary and offered on a 24/7 basis in an unlocked setting

Clinical Services: Rapid mental health assessment and crisis intervention, the center provides important services to those in need of immediate crisis intervention and stabilization

Length of Stay: stay of up to 23 hours

Skills & Transition: Individuals admitted into the crisis stabilization unit will be provided with support and services to ensure their safe transition to the next level of care or back to the community.

Learn more about SBHG at:

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

For Additional Information:

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Join an organization dedicated to improving lives and supporting those facing mental health and behavioral challenges. At Stars Behavioral Health Group, we are seeking passionate professionals ready to make a lasting, positive impact on children, youth, families, and adults across California. As a leading statewide provider, SBHG brings together over 2,000 professionals across 70+ specialized programs and 60+ locations, delivering compassionate care to more than 40,000 individuals each year.We are committed to diversity as we believe exceptional care begins with a diverse team. SBHG is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates LGBTQ+, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity across every level of our organization.