About this opportunity
NEW ALTERNATIVES, INC. lists this Mental Health Worker opportunity in chula vista, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
South Bay Clinic
FT Position: Mental Health Worker
Schedule: Monday-Friday 11:00am-7:00 pm (working FREE lunch with youth)
Do you want to work where you can make an invaluable impact on a teen who is struggling? Do you have a passion for helping youth navigate their world and make positive changes in their lives?
AND if you are considering going back to school to get a Master's in Marriage & Family Therapy, Social Work or Counseling, this role offers excellent real-world clinical experience and paid internships!!
New Alternatives, Inc. is a private nonprofit agency that has provided a wide range of services to children, youth and families in San Diego and Orange Counties since 1978. Therapeutic services include residential, outpatient, day treatment, crisis support, and in-home support services.
South Bay Clinic is an outpatient clinic that provides mental health services to youth ages 11-18 who reside onsite at the residential facility in Chula Vista. SBC serves clients primarily referred through Child and Family Well-being (CFWB) or Probation.
Responsibilities
Build therapeutic relationships with the clients in order to encourage the healing of past relationship traumas and the development of healthy boundaries.
Encourage and foster positive participation in school and the residential treatment program
Assist in shaping client behavior through positive reinforcement and teach replacement behaviors for their mental health symptoms.
Document rehab services through Medi-Cal billing for the purpose of tracking youth’s progress, engagement, and high-risk needs.
Engage youth in life skills training, skill building, cultural humility, and increasing coping skills in individual and group settings
Collaborate with therapists, county personnel, caregivers, and other individuals involved in the client’s treatment.
Remain available to assist with crisis assessment and intervention, as needed.
Participate in supervision, team meetings, CFTs, and case consultation
Participate in trainings, exhibit competency, and utilize evidence-based & promising practices, as deemed appropriate
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in the area of behavioral sciences.
Experience in a mental health setting is required.
Bilingual/Bicultural is a plus.
Preferred Qualities
Creative and able to engage adolescents with challenging behaviors
Effective crisis intervention and critical thinking skills
Strong Organizational skills, strong communication skills, and able to work independently
Knowledge and understanding of trauma-informed care and resiliency practices is a plus
Full-Time Benefits
Excellent medical and dental benefits
Vacation, Sick Time
403B Plan
Family Fit Program through LA Fitness & Discounts at CRUNCH Fitness
Extensive training and promotional opportunities
Great clinical experience and training if you are considering a master's degree, paid internships available!
$21-24 an hour, to start, based on education, experience and language capability
Worksite address
chula vista, CA, 91911, US
Who can apply
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