Mental Health Counselor/PSR Specialist â Mental Health Services for Short-Term Acute Residential Treatment (START) Program
Hours: Weekend shift(s); 8:00 am – 4:00 pm and 4:00 pm – 12:00 am
Community Research Foundation inspires and mentors the next generation of mental health professionals! Our accredited programs are growing and expanding, with opportunities for motivated and dedicated staff.
We are proud to announce that CRFâs START programs have just been recognized by SAMHSA as Evidence Based Programs! This national recognition is a reflection of the excellence of our programs and our emphasis on successful treatment models that stress alternatives to hospitalization and increasing client-centered services and satisfaction.
Come and join this CRF program that is nationally-recognized for quality services!
Program Overview:
Located in Escondido, CA, Esperanza Crisis Center is a Short Term Acute Residential Treatment (START) program provides intensive, community-based crisis residential services for adults throughout San Diego County. We deliver a unique alternative to psychiatric hospitalization to clients who are suffering a psychiatric crisis of such magnitude so as not to be manageable on an outpatient basis. Our services are provided in a home-like environment that specializes in the psychosocial rehabilitation of each individual.
Built around a bio-psychosocial approach, our multi-disciplinary team addresses each aspect of a clientâs unique situation, including mental health, co-occurring substance abuse, housing, medical/medication needs, and establishing connections to social service supports within the community to facilitate successful transition beyond the START program.
Typical Duties of the Mental Health Counselor
Conduct initial psychological assessments for clients, utilizing a psychosocial rehabilitation focus and dynamic team-based approach
Conduct individual and group counseling/psychotherapy sessions
Develop and update individual treatment service plans for clients
Create discharge plans and provide linkage to other support services within the community
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning
Excellent opportunity to work with dually-diagnosed adults
Required Skills and Qualifications
Master’s degree in a mental health-related field such as Social Work, Psychology, Counseling
Licensed or registered in CA as IMF, ASW, PCCI, or waiver-eligible (ABD) psychologist candidate as required by contract
First Aid/CPR certification is required and must be kept current during employment
Minimum of 2 years of experience working with a mental health population, especially with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders is strongly preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of County Health and Human Services requirements including documentation is preferred
Proficiency in MS Office applications, specifically Word and Excel
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment is essential
Ability to pass criminal/background clearance
Your well-being matters at CRF! Full-time eligible employees have access to great benefits.
Generous paid time off
Exceptional medical, dental, vision and other health and wellness benefits
Clinical Supervision towards licensure
Free training and education
Opportunities for advancement
Retirement plan with generous employer contributions
Graduates: You may qualify for student loan repayment/forgiveness programs!
Be a part of our vibrant non-profit organization and make a difference in the lives of the people we serve!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
In keeping with our commitment to support healthy communities, CRF has a tobacco use policy for all workforce members. More information is available upon request.