Mental Health Specialist

2 months ago


Oakland, California, United States FRED FINCH YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES Full time
Job Title: Mental Health Counselor

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services is a leading provider of mental health services for at-risk youth and their families. We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Mental Health Counselor to join our team.

Job Summary:

The Mental Health Counselor will provide high-quality, trauma-informed therapeutic services and care coordination to a diverse population of at-risk youth and young adults experiencing mental health symptoms, and their families. This role will involve working in residential and community locations, including homes, schools, program offices, psychiatric emergency settings, clinics, crisis residential programs, and/or shelters.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide individualized, developmentally appropriate therapeutic services to at-risk youth and young adults.
  • Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide ongoing clinical services to clients and their families.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care and support for clients.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with community partners and stakeholders to ensure seamless service delivery.
  • Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with best practices in trauma-informed care and mental health services.

Requirements:

  • Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
  • 2+ years of experience working in a mental health setting, preferably with at-risk youth and families.
  • Certification in CANS/ANSA assessment within 90 days of employment.
  • Supervised experience in providing counseling services.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of risk assessment and effective community-based interventions.
  • Cultural responsiveness and ability to work with diverse families and communities.
  • Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and learn crisis de-escalation techniques.
  • Valid CA driver's license and reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working with program target population (e.g., intellectually disabled, homeless, teens or young adults, seriously emotionally disturbed).
  • Experience with program modality (e.g., school-based, residential, mobile/community-based, wraparound).
  • Knowledge of recovery-model orientation, public mental health and child welfare systems, and/or trauma-informed interventions.
  • Fluency in prevailing language(s) of the community.

What We Offer:

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services offers a competitive salary range of $24.81-$40.41 per hour, depending on experience. We also provide amazing benefits with affordable copays and a supportive work environment.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their application, including a cover letter and resume, to [insert contact information].



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