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Mental Health Counselor/PSR Specialist– Mental Health Services for Adult Outpatient Program
Hours: 40 hours per week; Clinic hours: M/W 9:00 am – 8:00 pm; T/Th/F 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

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.

Program Overview:
Located in San Ysidro, CA, the Maria Sardinas Wellness & Recovery Center, located in the South County region of San Diego County provides a variety of intervention services to individuals in crisis. We serve individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance abuse disorders.

Our services include initial psychosocial assessments, psychiatric and medication evaluations, ongoing medication support services, limited individual and group counseling, supported housing, care coordination, case management, and linking clients with additional community-based supports.

Typical Duties of the Mental Health Counselor

The Transitional Aged Youth (TAY) Mental Health Counselor provides psychosocial rehabilitation interventions and services to clients between the ages of 18 and 24.

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

Required Skills and Qualifications

Master’s degree in a mental health-related field such as Social Work, Psychology, Counseling and licensed or registered in CA as IMF, ASW, PCCI, or waiver-eligible (ABD) psychologist candidate as required by contract

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

Reliable transportation is required to fulfill the essential functions of this position. A valid California driver’s license in good standing and proof of insurance are required for employees driving personal vehicles on company business

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 – 24 days per year

11 paid holidays

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 our 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.

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