STARS Behavioral Health Group

Mental Health Specialist II

STARS Behavioral Health Group • $139K — $160K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

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).
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Valid California Driver's License meeting company eligibility policies.
  • First Aid certification or ability to obtain it upon hire.

Responsibilities

  • Assess clients at the beginning of treatment and as needed.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
  • Conduct family collateral sessions and facilitate discharge planning.
  • Provide crisis stabilization services within the unit.
  • Offer referrals to other supportive services as necessary.

Benefits

  • Supportive environment for new graduates to grow and develop professionally.
  • Opportunity to work in a crisis intervention setting with immediate impact.
  • Access to transportation assistance for clients.
  • Work schedule provides consistent Tuesday to Saturday shifts.
Full Job Description
Job Title:
Mental Health Specialist II
Division/Program:
Irvine: Coastal Star Crisis Stabilization Unit
Starting Compensation:
67,000 - 77,000 USD Per Hour
Working Location:
Irvine, CA
Working Hours/Shift:
Tuesday - Saturday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

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:

This position assesses clients at start of engagement/treatment, assesses as needed, develops, and maintains treatment plans, conducts family collateral and discharge planning.

Division/Program Overview:

Program:

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 4 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.

For Additional Information:

[email protected]

About STARS Behavioral Health Group

STARS Behavioral Health Group is a non-profit organization that provides mental health services to children, adults, and families in California. The organization was founded in 1988 and has since grown to become one of the largest providers of mental health services in the state. STARS offers a wide range of services, including outpatient therapy, residential treatment, and crisis intervention. The organization is committed to providing high-quality care to its clients and to promoting mental health awareness in the community.
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Size
3,000 employees
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Founded
1988

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