Mental Health Clinician

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Job Title:

Mental Health Clinician Division/Program:

Crisis Residential Unit (Adult Inpatient)

Starting Compensation:

70000 - 80000

USD Per Year Working Location:

Merced, CA Working Hours/Shift:

Sunday-Wednesday 830am-7pm (4 day / 10 hour work schedule). 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 This role is eligible for commuter benefits: Employees who commute over 20 miles one way may receive a monthly stipend: $200 per month for full‑time staff $100 per month for part‑time staff What you bring: Master's degree in social work, marriage & family therapy, or psychology from an accredited college or university required. One (1) year direct service experience in a mental health setting required (student internship and/or practicum time may be substituted). Experience in an inpatient therapy setting preferred.

Mental Health Specialist II:

Licensed as AMFT, ACSW, or APCC required.

Mental Health Specialist III:

Licensed as LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC required. How you will make a difference Prepares a comprehensive written psychosocial evaluation and assessment on assigned clients, in addition to an intake note, daily progress notes, summary notes (as may be required) and a discharge summary. Responsible for assessing client's readiness for admission and coordination planning with treatment team, the client's case managers, and transferring facilities Responsible for assessing client's readiness for discharge and coordination planning with treatment team; working with case managers to effect appropriate referrals for placement, case management and aftercare services; coordinates benefits (Medi-Cal) with Business Office personnel; and maintains knowledge of community resources. Provides individual group therapy to clients on a weekly basis and as needed based on the needs of the clients Actively participates in treatment team meetings and is responsible for working with other disciplines to develop a coordinated treatment plan for assigned clients. Leads or co-leads therapeutic groups.

Division/Program Overview:

24/7 inpatient voluntary program 16-bed facility for adults (ages 18-59) Rehabilitation/recovery services, including substance use rehabilitation services Pre-vocational or vocational counseling Medication evaluation and support services Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

For Additional Information:

CencalJobs@Starsinc.com We are committed to providing a career-enhancing environment for dedicated professionals desiring to improve the lives of people living with mental health and other challenges to their well-being. SBHG currently employs approximately 1,900 people at more than 45 different sites throughout California. We serve more than 30,000 adults, children, youth and families annually throughout the state. We strongly value and are committed to having a truly diverse workforce and environment- including LGBTQ, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity in our workforce.