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Santa Clara County

Marriage and Family Therapist II - Behavioral Health Services

Santa Clara County, San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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Overview

Join us in Behavioral Health Services! Under general supervision, the Marriage & Family Therapist II (Licensed) provides counseling, psychotherapy, case management, and treatment services in a counseling center, clinic, or institutional setting. The County of Santa Clara Behavioral Health Services Department (BHSD) strives to be a premier integrated behavioral health care provider, employer, and partner. We are a passionate team of caring, courageous staff and professionals dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals, children, families, and older adults impacted by mental health and substance use challenges. To support achievement of their hopes, dreams, and quality of life goals, our team provides high quality whole-person care and comprehensive community-based behavioral services through the lens of race, equity, diversity and inclusion. We are looking for stellar health care professionals like you to start a rewarding career with us and be a partner for health and wellness in the community. We have opportunities across multiple clinical programs and services within the Behavioral Health Services Department. Responsibilities

Performs intensive counseling, psychotherapy, case management, and treatment services with patients or clients and their families. Participates in the evaluation of problems presented and in the making of treatment plans. May participate in group therapy programs. Cooperates with other staff members and with community agencies in carrying out treatment plans. Participates in psychotherapy and case management programs with psychiatric staff treatment teams. Interprets and explains social and emotional factors pertaining to illness to clients, relatives, and community groups, and may conduct educational sessions and training events, as appropriate. Evaluates new techniques for dealing with emotional and environmental problems. Refers patients or clients to appropriate community agencies. May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW), as required. Performs other related duties, as required. Qualifications and Requirements

Training and Experience Note:

The required knowledge and abilities are attained through possession of licensure as described in the Special Requirements. Special Requirements Possess and maintain current registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) for the duration of employment in this classification. Incumbents in this class must comply with California licensure requirements as outlined by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Some positions may require provider credentialing prior to appointment. Ability to travel to alternate locations in the course of work. If driving, possession of a valid California driver’s license prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver authorization. As a condition of employment, pursuant to California Government Code Sections 3100-3109 and Local Ordinance, all County of Santa Clara employees are designated Disaster Service Workers (DSWs), including extra help. A DSW is required to complete all assigned DSW-related training, and in the event of an emergency, return to work as ordered. Knowledge

Theory and treatment practice of intrapsychic, interpersonal, and social pathology. Theory and practice of community behavioral health and substance abuse interventions. Community agencies and community resources serving mentally ill and those with substance abuse disorders. Physical and mental illnesses and their impact on personality. English usage, style, grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Common computer systems and applications. Ability

Apply theory and practice of intrapsychic, interpersonal, and social pathology. Conduct differential diagnosis. Develop and implement a counseling program. Use psychiatric consultation effectively. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, at all levels, including colleagues, the public, and representatives of other agencies. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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