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Licensed Mental Health Professional
Wellpath 4.8
Licensed professional counselor job in Santa Maria, CA
Job Description
As a Licensed Mental Health Professional working in a correctional facility, your responsibilities include conducting intake evaluations, providing therapeutic interventions and suicide prevention techniques, and developing treatment plans for inmates. You will also be responsible for monitoring the clinical needs of inmates on your caseload, providing staff training on mental health topics, and documenting all findings in accordance with company and facility policies. Your role is critical in ensuring that inmates receive appropriate mental health services and care while incarcerated.
Responsibilities
Conduct screening, assessments, and triages for inmates referred by security, healthcare staff, and other community sources, and provide appropriate recommendations for their level of care.
Develop and recommend treatment plans, conduct essential treatment services such as psychoeducational and transitional groups, and provide suicide prevention interventions and management techniques.
Respond to sick call requests, provide medication adherence, and coordinate with prescribing providers for medication evaluations.
Provide crisis intervention, oversee the clinical needs of patients on caseload, and participate in treatment team multidisciplinary meetings and administrative meetings.
Provide staff training on relevant mental health topics, document all findings in the patient's health record, and ensure compliance with facility and company policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Education
Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or Other Related Mental Health discipline
Experience
One (1) or more years of experience in a Mental Health treatment program, preferably in a Correctional or Hospital setting
Licenses/Certifications
Unrestricted, current license in the State of practice - e.g. LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LMHC, Psychologist - Must maintain all licensures, certifications, continuing educational requirements, etc.
$119k-147k yearly est. 7d ago
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Mental Health Professional (MHP)
The Stepping Stones Group 4.5
Licensed professional counselor job in Santa Maria, CA
Calling All Mental Health Superstars! Are you passionate about empowering students, breaking down barriers, and making a lasting impact? The Stepping Stones Group is searching for Mental Health Professionals to join our amazing team in Santa Maria, CA!
If you're ready to help students navigate emotions, overcome challenges, and thrive in school, this is your moment to shine!
Qualifications:
* A Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field
* A current license as a Mental Health Professional in CA
* Bonus points if you've worked in a school setting before!
Why You'll Love It Here:
* Supportive Clinical Leadership - You'll never feel like you're in this alone!
* Ongoing Professional Growth - Because learning should never stop!
* Exclusive Resources - Think of it as your VIP toolkit for success!
* Competitive Salary + Benefits - Perks you'll love!
* Flexible Pay Options - Because budgeting shouldn't be stressful!
* Professional Development & Continuing Ed - Keep growing your skills!
* An Inspiring & Collaborative Team - Work with people who get you!
What You'll Do:
* Support students' emotional & social well-being
* Collaborate with educators, parents & administrators to set students up for success
* Create meaningful programs tailored to diverse student needs
* Be a champion for inclusion, positivity & student success!
This position is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a significant impact on students' lives and seeking a rewarding career in school-based social work. Join us at The Stepping Stones Group to be part of a team dedicated to educational excellence and student well-being.
Apply today and let's change lives together!
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$70k-106k yearly est. 41d ago
Social Services - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
CMC 4.3
Licensed professional counselor job in San Luis Obispo, CA
Genie Healthcare is looking for a Social Services to work in LicensedProfessional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) for a 27 weeks travel assignment located in San Luis Obispo, CA for the Shift (5x8 Days - Please verify shift details with recruiter, 07:00:00-15:00:00, 8.00-5).
Pay and benefits packages are estimated based on client bill rate at time the job was posted. These rates are subject to change.
Exact pay and benefits vary based on several things, including, but not limited to, guaranteed hours, client changes in bill rate, experience, etc.
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401(k) with company matching (50% up to 6% of what you contribute)
$96k-114k yearly est. 5d ago
Mental Health Counselor
Capslo
Licensed professional counselor job in San Luis Obispo, CA
Must be fluent in two or more languages, including one that supports the needs of the program and community. We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Mental Health Counselor to join our SLO-Hub program. Under the direction of the SLO-Hub Program Supervisor and in collaboration with the contract clinical supervisor, you will provide assessment and therapeutic intervention for clients. Your expertise in psychotherapy and various treatment modalities will be crucial in supporting individuals with dual-diagnosed disorders.
What you bring to the table:
Must have one of the following licenses:
Licensed Marriage Family Therapist
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Associate Clinical Social Worker
Clinical Psychologist
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor
Required: AA/AS Degree and at least 3 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling at least 5 years in administrative/financial roles.
Preferred: Experience with data entry, payment systems, accounts payable, or other finance/information technology areas.
As the Mental Health Counselor you will:
Process program expenditures, including vouching invoices and documenting cost allocations.
Prepare and submit paperwork for Accounts Payable, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in vendor invoices and financial transactions.
Review and compute program donations and grants, assisting with program spending and projections.
Prepare and route independent contractor agreements for review and signature.
Process provider payments, dues, family fees, and reimbursements.
Compile information for financial analysis and reporting.
Provide ongoing support for updating projections related to staffing, cost allocation, and cost fluctuations.
Assist program staff with purchase requisitions and communicate financial procedures.
Attend department meetings and planning sessions.
Provide training and support to various teams on fiscal policies and procedures.
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
To view the full job description click HERE.
$45k-67k yearly est. 1d ago
Mental Health Counselor
Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County 3.5
Licensed professional counselor job in San Luis Obispo, CA
Must be fluent in two or more languages, including one that supports the needs of the program and community. We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Mental Health Counselor to join our SLO-Hub program. Under the direction of the SLO-Hub Program Supervisor and in collaboration with the contract clinical supervisor, you will provide assessment and therapeutic intervention for clients. Your expertise in psychotherapy and various treatment modalities will be crucial in supporting individuals with dual-diagnosed disorders.
What you bring to the table:
Must have one of the following licenses:
Licensed Marriage Family Therapist
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Associate Clinical Social Worker
Clinical Psychologist
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor
Required: AA/AS Degree and at least 3 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling at least 5 years in administrative/financial roles.
Preferred: Experience with data entry, payment systems, accounts payable, or other finance/information technology areas.
As the Mental Health Counselor you will:
Process program expenditures, including vouching invoices and documenting cost allocations.
Prepare and submit paperwork for Accounts Payable, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in vendor invoices and financial transactions.
Review and compute program donations and grants, assisting with program spending and projections.
Prepare and route independent contractor agreements for review and signature.
Process provider payments, dues, family fees, and reimbursements.
Compile information for financial analysis and reporting.
Provide ongoing support for updating projections related to staffing, cost allocation, and cost fluctuations.
Assist program staff with purchase requisitions and communicate financial procedures.
Attend department meetings and planning sessions.
Provide training and support to various teams on fiscal policies and procedures.
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
To view the full job description click HERE.
$48k-66k yearly est. 5d ago
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist LMFT
Nightingale's List
Licensed professional counselor job in San Luis Obispo, CA
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Contract Type: Local Contract or Travel Assignment
Compensation:
Local Contract: $60/hour
Travel Assignment: $2,560/week
About Us: Nightingale's List is a premier staffing agency dedicated to providing top-tier healthcare professionals to facilities across the nation. Our primary niche is staffing correctional facilities, ensuring that underserved populations receive the care and support they need.
Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) to join our team and provide high-quality mental health services at a correctional facility. This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating inmates with various mental health conditions, facilitating individual and group therapy sessions, and developing comprehensive treatment plans.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
Provide individual, family, and group therapy sessions.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated care for inmates.
Maintain accurate and confidential records of patient interactions and progress.
Participate in case conferences and staff meetings to discuss patient care and treatment plans.
Adhere to all facility policies, procedures, and regulations.
Qualifications:
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of CA.
Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or a related field.
Minimum of ONE year of clinical experience, preferably in a correctional or similar setting.
Strong clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to an underserved population.
Benefits:
Competitive pay: $60/hour for local contracts or $2,560/week for travel assignments.
Flexible contract lengths to suit your availability.
Comprehensive support from our experienced staffing team.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Travel and accommodation assistance for travel assignments.
$60 hourly 7d ago
Residential Counselor - Mental Health 367
Main Template
Licensed professional counselor job in Santa Maria, CA
“They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I'd be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live...” - Client from Telecare
What You Will Do to Change Lives
The Residential Counselor provides direct and indirect services to both individuals and groups of members served.
Shifts Available:
*Full-Time; PM |3:00pm - 11:30pm | Friday - Tuesday
Expected starting wage range is $21.00 - $25.00. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.
What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)
High School graduation or a G.E.D. equivalent
At least one (1) year of direct service experience in a mental health setting
Valid and current driver's license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver.
Willingness to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.
What's In It for You*
Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year
Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)
Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship
Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships
Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan
For more information visit: *************************************
Join Our Compassionate Team
Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.
Agnes Avenue in Santa Maria, California will provide traditional short-term crisis residential services for up to 10 adults. It is a recovery-focused learning environment where residents have opportunities to improve symptom self-management, community living and interpersonal skills and make lasting connections to family, community-based mental health services and other community supports.
EOE AA M/F/V/Disability
*May vary by location and position type
Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.
Residential Case Manager, Residential Mental Health Worker
If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.
$21-25 hourly 60d+ ago
Mental Health Therapist
Transitions Mental Health Asso 3.6
Licensed professional counselor job in San Luis Obispo, CA
Full-time Description
MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST
PROGRAM/LOCATION: ADULT FULL SERVICE PARTNERSHIP (FSP) PROGRAM - SAN LUIS OBISPO
The Full Service Partnership (FSP) Program provides intensive, community-based support to adults living with serious mental illness who are at risk of acute hospitalization or long-term institutional care. The primary objective of the program is to help clients achieve and maintain stability in the community through structured, individualized support. FSP serves individuals facing complex challenges, including co-occurring substance use disorders, significant trauma histories, and substantial functional impairments. Services are provided in the community-where clients live and feel most comfortable-rather than in clinical or hospital settings. This approach emphasizes hope, resiliency, and recovery, and is grounded in principles of cultural humility, professional integrity, and a commitment to ongoing self-reflection and personal growth for both clients and staff. The FSP Mental Health Therapist provides a comprehensive range of trauma-informed clinical services. These include diagnostic assessments, individualized treatment planning, therapy, care coordination, psychosocial rehabilitation, co-occurring disorder treatment, medication support, social and daily living skills development, supported housing and employment services, and linkage to educational and 24/7 crisis support resources. FSP operates with a “whatever it takes” philosophy. Therapists will be based at the San Luis Obispo TMHA office but are expected to meet with clients throughout the county in diverse, client-centered settings such as homes, parks, libraries, coffee shops, and community agencies. Under the direction of the FSP Clinical Team Leader, the Mental Health Therapist provides clinical oversight, consultation, and expertise to the multidisciplinary team. They play a key role in integrating observations from all team members into individualized treatment plans and ensuring high-quality, holistic care.
HOURS/ SALARY:
Full-time, non-exempt position. 40 hours per week. Anticipated hiring range is $33.50-$35.50. Includes a generous individual benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life, 403b retirement (with up to a 5% employer match) paid vacation/holiday time, paid sick time and a variety of helpful employee perks as well. (*Full Salary Schedule $33.50-$49.00 per hour).
Employee Perks/ Work Culture:
A few of our helpful employee benefits include membership discounts to various local fitness centers. We offer years of service gift cards to businesses of your choice. We offer gift cards for walking, biking, or carpooling to work as well as 20% discount for shopping at our Growing Grounds Downtown Store/Nursey/ Farm. We host two employee appreciation events for employees and their families yearly. We practice Trauma Informed Care Principles, Guidelines for Collaborative Conversations, and encourage the use of pronouns. We mindfully promote equality, respect and diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and all the fascinating characteristics that make us different! TMHA is also a pet friendly workplace (upon approval)!
Mission Statement:
Transitions Mental Health Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating stigma and promoting recovery and wellness for people with mental illness through work, housing, community and family support services.
Organization Description:
Transitions - Mental Health Association is a leading non-profit agency committed to providing comprehensive mental health services and support to individuals and families by inspiring hope, growth, recovery and wellness in our communities. TMHA has decades of experience with teams of compassionate staff. TMHA is a driving force in improving mental health and wellness in our communities and a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and individual contributions.
Responsibilities and Duties:
1. Provide a wellness and recovery approach to service delivery for all clients. Foster and maintain a collaborative team approach with the FSP team members. Model a client centered approach to service delivery, bringing a “whatever it takes” approach to meeting the needs of clients in all aspects of their treatment (ie: “doing alongside” clients, recreational/art/music therapy, attending wellness groups with clients).
2. Provide and participate in trainings on best practices and evidenced based approaches to service delivery including: Assertive Community Treatment, integrated treatment of co-occurring disorders, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, Trauma Informed Care (trainings provided, as needed, and approved by FSP Clinical Team Leader).
3. Medi-Cal billing provides a critical portion of funding for this program. You are expected to reach documentation and billing goals as set by Team Leader and Director.
4. All direct service staff are expected to spend 50% of their work time in direct service and support of clients, unless otherwise assigned by your supervisor.
5. Work with and train team members, clients and family members on mental health services and/or drug or alcohol abuse prevention strategies as part of developing a holistic wellness and recovery plan for the clients.
6. Participate in daily case review and coordination meetings with teammates. Assess and interview potential clients to determine if requirements for admission into FSP Program services are met, or if referral elsewhere is most appropriate. Collaborate with County Behavioral Health on assessments and referrals for admission into FSP services and stepping down of services back to the County BH Clinic.
7. Provide therapy, education and rehabilitation services for individuals, couples, or members of a family. Assist clients in achieving productive social adjustments reducing the impact of disabling disorders, and facilitate the achievement of family, vocational, recreational, legal and interpersonal goals.
8. Document clinical activity in a timely manner, meeting program outcomes, in an electronic medical records system, presenting diagnostic and interview findings, clinical evaluations, and recommendations as a member of an interdisciplinary team; function as the SAI (Single Accountable Individual) for client caseload. Must document and provide at least one contact with each client per week.
9. Provide crisis intervention in the field and in the office for individuals experiencing acute episodes; evaluate clients and arrange for voluntary or involuntary admission to facilities for observation and treatment. Become trained and designated to conducting evaluations and writing of applications for 5150 holds (training provided).
10. Confer with and advise clients' families to promote their understanding of and cooperation in treatment and rehabilitation programs.
11. Employees in this position are required to participate in a rotating on-call schedule as part of their regular job duties. This includes providing client support services during weekday after-hours and all weekend hours, in accordance with our program's contractual obligations. Flexibility and reliability are essential. Employees must respond, sometimes in person, in accordance with our on-call policy.
12. When necessary, perform the duties of a case manager by coordinating services for a caseload of 15-20 clients to assure continuity of care and assure that clients receive appropriate types of service.
13. Provide transportation to clients as determined by the daily schedule and the needs of the client, in agency vehicle or own automobile (reimbursed for mileage).
14. Promote, encourage and maintain trauma-informed practices in all services and activities. Practice and promote, both individually and in team meetings, TMHA's Collaborative Communication Guidelines in order to facilitate clear, empathetic and person-centered communication.
15. Cooperate and work with other agencies and practitioners.
16. Educate clients, and their families regarding their diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, and the rehabilitation process.
17. Assist clients to obtain stable housing, physical health care, benefits and entitlements, and to learn basic living skills.
18. Participate in ongoing quality assurance and program evaluations.
19. Assist with interviewing, hiring, and training of new staff, as needed.
20. All other duties as assigned by the FSP Clinical Team Leader and Clinical Director.
Job Environment:
1. Daily and frequent documentation of client services on the computer.
2. Services may be delivered to clients during a Monday through Sunday workweek; schedules will be developed in collaboration with all teammates and management staff to ensure maximum support for clients.
3. Moderate, physical activity and frequent driving that will include the transportation of TMHA clients; may include moving or lifting up to 50 lbs.
4. Involves moderate risks that require safety precautions and the risk of exposure to potentially intense situations.
5. Position involves working within the residential environments.
6. Possible intense situations related to confrontational or oppositional adults.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
1. Possession of a valid license as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT); a registered associate progressing toward licensure.
2. Working knowledge of: assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, counseling, and psychotherapeutic treatment of marriage, family, and child relationship dysfunctions; methods of developing and implementing a treatment plan; human service delivery system; current trends in the field of mental health; and laws and regulations applicable to mental health.
3. Ability to: perform effective counseling and psychotherapy with individuals, families, and groups; develop and maintain cooperative relationships with clients' families, members of other professional disciplines, social service agencies, and co-workers; relate professionally with persons with serious mental disorders; identify and utilize community resources; prepare and present clear and concise oral and written reports.
4. Must have experience working with persons with severe and persistent mental illness, co-occurring disorders, personality disorders/complex trauma and be comfortable treating those with acute and complex presentations/histories (multiple hospitalizations for mental health issues, forensic backgrounds).
5. Must have experience working with (professionally or personally) persons who are chronically homeless, homeless, or at risk of becoming homeless.
6. Must participate in the on call rotation schedule to provide services to clients after hours and on weekends.
7. Must have a strong commitment to the right and ability of each person with a severe and persistent mental illness to live in a safe living environment, develop a meaningful role in the community, and have access to competent and continuous supports and services.
8. Must have a strong commitment in clients' rights to self-govern and create their own choices and goals.
9. Strong interpersonal skills, collaborative work style and strong oral/written and communication skills.
10. Well defined organizational and time management skills.
11. Ability to work independently and flexibly.
12. Ability to handle intense situations, display good judgment and decision-making skills, and remain calm and clearheaded under pressure.
13. Able to work effectively with a variety of people and personality types regardless of age, ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or socio-economic level.
14. Ability to possess and maintain good physical and mental health.
15. Ability to work well within a team and maintain a professional, respectful attitude in the workplace.
16. Ability to be willing to work with supervisor oversight and direction.
17. Attendance is an essential function of this job that requires face-to-face interaction with clients and/or other employees.
18. Ability to mindfully promote equality and respect diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all of the other fascinating characteristics that make us different.
19. Demonstrate the ability to successfully deliver culturally responsive services.
20. Knowledge of the various dimensions of diversity, including mental health, gender, race and ethnicity.
21. Must use reasonable precautions in the performance of one's duties and adhere to all applicable safety rules and practices while acting in such a manner as to assure at all times, maximum safety to one's self, fellow employees, clients, and other persons contacted through TMHA business.
22. Conditions of employment include:
• Must be at least 18 years of age; possess a valid CA Driver's License, at least 2 years driving experience and DMV driving record that meets TMHA's current vehicle insurance requirements. May be required to utilize reliable personal vehicle and auto insurance.
• Must comply with a TB assessment (possibly a TB test if needed to confirm a negative tuberculosis result) and receipt of a criminal record clearance through fingerprinting.
• Must be able to successfully complete First Aid and CPR training.
Physical Demands:
1. Seeing
2. Hearing
3. Speaking
4. Stooping/Bending
5. Moving around office
6. Moving between offices/clients
7. Driving
8. Climbing
9. Lifting/carrying heavy items
10. Computer use
11. Pushing/pulling/dragging items
12. Standing for long periods
13. Working outside
14. Using hands/fingers
Salary Description $33.50-$35.50 (Full Salary $33.50-$49.00)
$33.5-35.5 hourly 60d+ ago
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT (Full or Part Time)
Teema Group
Licensed professional counselor job in San Luis Obispo, CA
Job Description
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
The Correctional LMFT provides mental health services to inmates within a correctional facility. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing individual and group therapy to address mental health issues, trauma, and relationship challenges. The therapist works collaboratively with correctional staff to ensure the well-being of inmates and to support their rehabilitation and reintegration into society.
Setting: Correctional
Responsibilities:
Conduct clinical assessments and diagnose mental health conditions of inmates.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Provide individual and group therapy sessions to inmates.
Monitor inmate progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
Maintain detailed and confidential client records.
Collaborate with correctional staff and other healthcare providers.
Provide crisis intervention and support within the correctional setting.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case consultations.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Newly licensed are welcome!!
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of California
Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or related field.
Contract Role:
Full or Part Time Employment
Part-time must work 3 days min
Weekends are available
Flexible scheduling options are available, allowing for either 8 or 10-hour workdays.
If you're interested, please reply to this advertisement or directly email your resume to me at *********************** or by calling/texting **************.
I strive to reply within 48 hours. Looking forward to connecting with you soon. Thank you!
$50k-76k yearly est. Easy Apply 28d ago
Part-Time Counselor Faculty Pool
California State University System 4.2
Licensed professional counselor job in San Luis Obispo, CA
Campus Health & Wellbeing helps students achieve and maintain academic success and lifelong health and wellbeing by providing timely and appropriate primary and acute health care, disease and injury prevention education, professional mental health care, outreach, educational services and campus consultations.
Counseling & Psychological Services is a department within Student Affairs that provides a variety of culturally responsive services to help enrolled students understand themselves, enjoy satisfying relationships, achieve academic success, and make effective life choices. CAPS promotes the development of holistic student emotional health and serves the campus through advocacy and the provision of confidential, accessible services. Additionally, Counseling services provides outreach, educational services, and campus consultations.
Key Qualifications
1. Provide brief individual and couple/partner psychotherapy to students on personal, psychological, educational, and/or developmental issues in accordance with EO1053;
2. Assist the client in identifying presenting problem(s), establishing treatment goals, and working toward emotional health and wellbeing;
3. Provide crisis response, screening and intervention;
4. Determine if referrals are needed and assist client in referral process;
5. Consult with appropriate personnel as needed; and
6. Maintain ethical and timely documentation of all clinical work in electronic record keeping system.
Education and Experience
Possession of a Master's degree in appropriate field and current licensure or eligible for licensure to practice in the State of California as LPCC, LCSW or LMFT with a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience post degree (in any state or province).
OR
Possession of a doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology and current licensure or eligible for licensure (i.e., successfully completed all supervised professional experience) as a psychologist in the State of California.
(Note that hiring level will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate.)
Salary:
Anticipated Hiring Range: $93,528 annual 12 month salary prorated by hours contracted.
Note that the hiring level will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
Classification Range: $7,127 - $12,771
Cal Poly
Known for its Learn by Doing pedagogy, Cal Poly is the flagship of the world-renowned California State University system. Annually recognized as one of the top public universities in the nation, Cal Poly continues to offer an academic curriculum based on learned experience gained through real-world practice. Located in San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly is nestled comfortably among the coastal foothills, minutes from the Pacific Ocean and equidistant to the Bay Area and Los Angeles.
Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.
Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
Special Conditions
All CSU employees are designated "mandated reporters" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. As a condition of your employment, you will be required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 and any subsequent amendments.
Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.
Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community.
For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.
In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California.
How to Apply
To apply, please attach (1) a cover letter illustrating how you meet the requirements of the position, particularly regarding crisis and diagnostic experience and expertise in providing services to underserved student populations, (2) curriculum vitae (CV), (3) unofficial transcripts to your online application, (4) a copy of license (as applicable), and (5) responses to the supplemental application questions listed below.
Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online faculty application. Cal Poly will directly solicit letters from the people listed by applicants; please include your current/most recent supervisor as one of these three. Sealed official transcripts showing highest degree earned will be required of finalists.
Supplemental Questions are included within the application.
* How do you tailor your approach to clinical work to meet the unique needs of diverse client populations?
* How have your specific training, experience, and educational endeavors prepared you for this position to support the mental health of students at Cal Poly?
For questions, please contact: Andrea Lawson - ************ or ********************
Advertised: Nov 10 2025 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:
$93.5k yearly Easy Apply 60d+ ago
Clinical Counselor
State of California 4.5
Licensed professional counselor job in Atascadero, CA
The LicensedProfessional Clinical Counselor will be directed by the Senior Psychologist Supervisor in the Department of Psychology at the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:
* Collaborate with the treatment team.
* Conduct assessments and/or screening.
* Complete required documentation.
* Facilitate individual and group therapy.
* Collaborate with treatment team to provide critical observations about patients.
* Assist with the development, implementation, and adherence to behavioral plans and treatment plans, including the competent use of electronic systems used for treatment planning and documentation.
* Provide clinical supervision as needed/required by the Board of Behavioral Science for unlicensed professional clinical counselors.
* Participate in meetings, committees, and conferences.
In order to be considered for this job vacancy, you MUST satisfy one of the following requirements:
1. BE LIST ELIGIBLE: Successfully complete the competitive State civil service exam pertaining to this classification at LicensedProfessional Clinical Counselor Exam Bulletin, OR
2. BE TRANSFER ELIGIBLE: MUST meet the minimum qualifications of the classification per DPA Rule 250, have current employment with the State of California in the same classification with permanent or probationary status or in a classification that is substantially the same with permanent or probationary status, OR
3. BE REINSTATEMENT ELIGIBLE: Have obtained previous permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable.
Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: DSH Recruitment Survey
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA).
Minimum Requirements
This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below.
* Clinical Counselor
Additional Documents
* Job Application Package Checklist
* Duty Statement
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-503886
Position #(s):
************-925
Working Title:
LicensedProfessional Clinical Counselor
Classification:
Clinical Counselor
$8,133.00 - $10,378.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
San Luis Obispo County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
DSH - Atascadero
Department Information
The Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.
Department Website: **********************
Special Requirements
* The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
* The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
* The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
* The position(s) require(s) a(n) LicensedProfessional Clinical CounselorLicense. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
* The Medical Staff of DSH-Atascadero requires LicensedProfessional Clinical Counselor candidates meet the Medical Staff criteria for allied health professional privileging set forth in the facility bylaws. Candidates applying for both licensed and unlicensed positions must submit the required documents listed under the Required Application Documents Section.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 1/29/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at ********************** When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of State Hospitals
DSH - Atascadero Postal
Attn: DSH - Atascadero Employment Office
PO Box 7005
Atascadero, CA 93423-7005
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of State Hospitals
DSH - Atascadero Drop Off
DSH - Atascadero Employment Office
10333 El Camino Real
Atascadero, CA 93422
Building 105
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
* Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at ********************** All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
* Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
* Other -
You MUST provide your current CaliforniaLicensedProfessional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) License Number on your application.
* Other -
Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) MUST provide a copy of your unofficial college transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Higher degrees cannot be accepted without evidence of the lower degree that leads to it. Please note: foreign transcripts MUST include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company. Please redact birthdate and social security number from degree/transcripts.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package including:
Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Holidays and leave
Defined benefit retirement program
Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
Commute Program
Employee Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: **********************
Hiring Unit Contact:
DSH-Atascadero Employment Office
**************
************************
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Pearl Melena
**************
***********************
California Relay Service: ************** (TTY), ************** (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Information
* Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
* Selected candidates will be required to submit to a criminal history review utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.
* This position requires candidates to pass a Medical Evaluation. You will be required to submit to a Medical Evaluation and receive clearance prior to being hired.
* This position requires candidates to take and pass a Drug Screening Test. You will be required to take and pass the drug screening test prior to being hired.
* Applications postmarked on the final filing date will be accepted. Scanned, copied or faxed applications will not be accepted.
* Applications will be screened and only the most competitive will be offered an interview.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
$48k-60k yearly est. 3d ago
B.H. CLINICIAN I/II/III
San Luis Obispo County, Ca 3.6
Licensed professional counselor job in San Luis Obispo, CA
Classes in this series provide a variety of professional mental health and substance use disorder assessment, diagnosis, therapy, counseling, education, and community outreach services to clients in the community, schools, clinics, jail, juvenile hall, and inpatient settings.
The Behavioral Health Department is actively seeking talented clinicians to join our dedicated workforce. Names from this recruitment may be used for current and future vacancies across various programs and locations within the Behavioral Health Department. This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County. Behavioral Health Clinicians provide a variety of professional mental health and substance use disorder assessment, diagnosis, therapy, counseling, education, and community outreach services to clients in the community, schools, clinics, jail, juvenile hall, and inpatient settings.
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Click here for the complete Job Description for B.H. Clinician III
This is a continuous recruitment and will remain open until filled.
The ideal candidate possesses the following skills:
* Within scope of licensure, education, and experience: assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, case management, crisis intervention, and psychotherapeutic modalities
* Principles, practices and techniques of psychotherapy, substance use disorder treatment within a variety of modalities, and evidence based practices
* Federal, State, and Local regulations related to the practice and procedures for mental health and substance use disorders including HIPAA, HITECH, and 42 CFR
* Culturally competent recovery and resiliency oriented care
* Medical terminology related to mental health and substance use disorder assessment and treatment
* Psychiatric medications
* Principles of individual and group behavior
Ability to:
* Effectively assess and treat clients
* Establish and maintain the confidence and cooperation of clients, co-workers, and others from a variety of socio-economic, racial, ethnic, and other diverse backgrounds and orientations
* Work effectively in a demanding environment with a multi-disciplinary team
* Apply existing laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures to behavioral health department operations
* Communicate effectively both verbally and in written form
* Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services in the Electronic Health Record
* Foster a spirit of teamwork and support when interacting with staff and others
* Maintain a safe and orderly work environment
Education and Experience
Unless noted otherwise, licensure/registration must be held at time of application and maintained throughout employment.
Behavioral Health Clinician I: Master's Degree in a counseling or related field, and proof of intern registration application with the Board of Behavioral Sciences, or Board of Psychology. Proof of active intern registration must be presented in order to complete the initial probationary period.
Behavioral Health Clinician II: Master's Degree in a counseling or related field, and proof of active intern registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences, or Board of Psychology; and equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience, post-Master's degree, in providing direct services to individuals and/or families.
Behavioral Health Clinician III: Current active and unrestricted Californialicense as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, LicensedProfessional Clinical Counselor, or Psychologist, AND two (2) years of full-time experience, after obtaining master's degree, in providing direct services to individuals and/or families.
This is a continuous recruitment; however, the posting can close at anytime without notice, therefore, prompt application is encouraged.
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at ***************. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at *********************
$62k-88k yearly est. 54d ago
Part-Time Counselor Faculty Pool
Cal Poly 4.1
Licensed professional counselor job in San Luis Obispo, CA
This position supports the mission of Counseling & Psychological Service (CAPS) and Campus Health & Wellbeing through the provision of individual and couples/partner counseling, crisis intervention, and consultation as a member of the CAPS team within Campus Health & Wellbeing. It also includes work with serious presenting concerns, requiring the ability to conceptualize cases and provide diagnoses within sociocultural context.
This position is part time (up to 18 hours/week) and remote. Primary work hours will be during 4-9 pm weekdays and between 8 am and 9 pm on weekends. Specific hours will be assigned in coordination with operational needs and availability.
Department Summary
Campus Health & Wellbeing helps students achieve and maintain academic success and lifelong health and wellbeing by providing timely and appropriate primary and acute health care, disease and injury prevention education, professional mental health care, outreach, educational services and campus consultations.
Counseling & Psychological Services is a department within Student Affairs that provides a variety of culturally responsive services to help enrolled students understand themselves, enjoy satisfying relationships, achieve academic success, and make effective life choices. CAPS promotes the development of holistic student emotional health and serves the campus through advocacy and the provision of confidential, accessible services. Additionally, Counseling services provides outreach, educational services, and campus consultations.
Key Qualifications
1. Provide brief individual and couple/partner psychotherapy to students on personal, psychological, educational, and/or developmental issues in accordance with EO1053;
2. Assist the client in identifying presenting problem(s), establishing treatment goals, and working toward emotional health and wellbeing;
3. Provide crisis response, screening and intervention;
4. Determine if referrals are needed and assist client in referral process;
5. Consult with appropriate personnel as needed; and
6. Maintain ethical and timely documentation of all clinical work in electronic record keeping system.
Education and Experience
Possession of a Master's degree in appropriate field and current licensure or eligible for licensure to practice in the State of California as LPCC, LCSW or LMFT with a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience post degree (in any state or province).
OR
Possession of a doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology and current licensure or eligible for licensure (i.e., successfully completed all supervised professional experience) as a psychologist in the State of California.
(Note that hiring level will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate.)
Salary:
Anticipated Hiring Range: $93,528 annual 12 month salary prorated by hours contracted.
Note that the hiring level will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
Classification Range: $7,127 - $12,771
Cal Poly
Known for its Learn by Doing pedagogy, Cal Poly is the flagship of the world-renowned California State University system. Annually recognized as one of the top public universities in the nation, Cal Poly continues to offer an academic curriculum based on learned experience gained through real-world practice. Located in San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly is nestled comfortably among the coastal foothills, minutes from the Pacific Ocean and equidistant to the Bay Area and Los Angeles.
Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.
Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
Special Conditions
All CSU employees are designated "mandated reporters" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. As a condition of your employment, you will be required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 and any subsequent amendments.
Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.
Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community.
For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.
In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California.
How to Apply
To apply, please attach (1) a cover letter illustrating how you meet the requirements of the position, particularly regarding crisis and diagnostic experience and expertise in providing services to underserved student populations, (2) curriculum vitae (CV), (3) unofficial transcripts to your online application, (4) a copy of license (as applicable), and (5) responses to the supplemental application questions listed below.
Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online faculty application. Cal Poly will directly solicit letters from the people listed by applicants; please include your current/most recent supervisor as one of these three. Sealed official transcripts showing highest degree earned will be required of finalists.
Supplemental Questions are included within the application.
* How do you tailor your approach to clinical work to meet the unique needs of diverse client populations?
* How have your specific training, experience, and educational endeavors prepared you for this position to support the mental health of students at Cal Poly?
For questions, please contact: Andrea Lawson - ************ or ********************
$93.5k yearly Easy Apply 60d+ ago
Medical Social Worker/Social Worker Assistant-Southern San Luis Obispo
Central Coast Home Health & Hospice 4.1
Licensed professional counselor job in Santa Maria, CA
Central Coast Home Health & Hospice is a fast-growing, locally owned and operated organization with an excellent reputation throughout the Central Coast. We are now seeking a full-time Medical Social Worker or Social Worker Assistant to work with both Home Health and Adult Hospice patients in the
Southern San Luis Obispo areas (5 cities- Lompoc).
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying autonomy and flexibility, supported by clinical supervision from an experience LCSW. Clinical supervision is available for candidate working toward licensure.
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Human Development OR
Master's Degree from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
Minimum of one-year social work experience in a healthcare setting, home health &/or hospice experience preferred.
Understand the "hospice philosophy" and issues of death and dying
Reliable vehicle to drive for work
Current Driver's license
Clean background & driving record
Maintain auto insurance coverage
CPR certified
Attributes:
Act calmly and professionally at all times
Strong organization and communication skills
Work well independently and in a team environment
High attention to detail and good follow up
We offer for full time positions, flexible schedules, competitive pay & benefits including medical, dental, vision, holiday pay, 401(k), gym membership, continuing education, paid sick and personal time off. For more information about our company and to apply please visit our website at ***************************
$45k-57k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Licensed Mental Health Professional (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC)
Wellpath 4.8
Licensed professional counselor job in Santa Maria, CA
You Matter
• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved • Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture • Excellent career growth opportunities
Join us and find a career that supports: • Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients
• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Autonomy in a warm team environment
• Growth and training
Perks and Benefits
In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including:
• DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!
• Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
• Company paid life insurance
• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.
Why Us
Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved.
If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time.
Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan.
We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and have best in class clinical resources for training, education, and point of care support.
How you make a difference
As a Licensed Mental Health Professional working in a correctional facility, your responsibilities include conducting intake evaluations, providing therapeutic interventions and suicide prevention techniques, and developing treatment plans for inmates. You will also be responsible for monitoring the clinical needs of inmates on your caseload, providing staff training on mental health topics, and documenting all findings in accordance with company and facility policies. Your role is critical in ensuring that inmates receive appropriate mental health services and care while incarcerated.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct screening, assessments, and triages for inmates referred by security, healthcare staff, and other community sources, and provide appropriate recommendations for their level of care.
Develop and recommend treatment plans, conduct essential treatment services such as psychoeducational and transitional groups, and provide suicide prevention interventions and management techniques.
Respond to sick call requests, provide medication adherence, and coordinate with prescribing providers for medication evaluations.
Provide crisis intervention, oversee the clinical needs of patients on caseload, and participate in treatment team multidisciplinary meetings and administrative meetings.
Provide staff training on relevant mental health topics, document all findings in the patient's health record, and ensure compliance with facility and company policies and procedures.
Additional Details Must be independent licensed in the State of California. Will help provide time off coverage for both Santa Maria and Santa Barbara on an as needed basis.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or Other Related Mental Health discipline
Experience
One (1) or more years of experience in a Mental Health treatment program, preferably in a Correctional or Hospital setting
Licenses/Certifications
Unrestricted, current license in the State of practice - e.g. LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LMHC, Psychologist - Must maintain all licensures, certifications, continuing educational requirements, etc.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness.
We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn't seem to align perfectly with every element of the , we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.
Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.
We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
$119k-147k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
CMC 4.3
Licensed professional counselor job in San Luis Obispo, CA
Job Title: Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Setting: Correctional Healthcare Schedule: 8:00AM - 4:00PM x 5 Term: 6-month assignment with the potential for extension Pay Rate: $65.00 - $70.00/hr
Astrya Global, a San Diego based medical staffing agency, is hiring Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists for a state correctional facility in San Luis Obispo, California. These positions are 6-month contracts with the ability to extend.
Benefits for a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist:
Weekly Pay: $65.00 - $70.00/hr
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Pet Insurance
401K Retirement Plan (matching)
Full-service Credentialing and Corporate Travel Team
Referral Bonus up to $1,500
Astrya Global Medical Staffing offers 10+ years of staffing experience, 100% domestic support, and is certified by both the Joint Commission and National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations. At Astrya, we are dedicated to helping healthcare professionals find the perfect job.
$65-70 hourly 6d ago
Residential Counselor (On Call) - Mental Health 367
Main Template
Licensed professional counselor job in Santa Maria, CA
“They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I'd be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live...” - Client from Telecare
What You Will Do to Change Lives
The Residential Counselor provides direct and indirect services to both individuals and groups of members served.
Shifts Available:
On-Call | Shifts vary as needed | Days vary as needed | Hours vary as needed
Expected starting wage range is $21.00 - $22.52. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.
What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)
High School graduation or a G.E.D. equivalent
At least one (1) year of direct service experience in a mental health setting
Valid and current driver's license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver.
Willingness to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.
What's In It for You*
Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year
Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)
Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship
Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships
Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan
For more information visit: *************************************
Join Our Compassionate Team
Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.
Agnes Avenue in Santa Maria, California will provide traditional short-term crisis residential services for up to 10 adults. It is a recovery-focused learning environment where residents have opportunities to improve symptom self-management, community living and interpersonal skills and make lasting connections to family, community-based mental health services and other community supports.
EOE AA M/F/V/Disability
*May vary by location and position type
Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.
Residential Case Manager, Residential Mental Health Worker
If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.
$21-22.5 hourly 60d+ ago
Temporary Counselor - Cal Poly Maritime Academy
California State University System 4.2
Licensed professional counselor job in San Luis Obispo, CA
Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) is a department within Student Affairs & Strategic Enrollment Management that provides a variety of culturally responsive services to help enrolled students understand themselves, enjoy satisfying relationships, achieve academic success, and make effective life choices. CAPS promotes the development of holistic student emotional health and serves the campus through advocacy and the provision of confidential, accessible services. Additionally, CAPS provides outreach, educational services, and campus consultations.
This position supports the mission of Counseling & Psychological Services and Campus Health & Wellbeing through the provision of individual, couples, and group counseling, crisis intervention, outreach, consultation, and prevention education as a member of the CAPS team within Campus Health & Wellbeing located at the Solano Campus primarily serving Cal Poly Maritime Academy students. It also includes crisis intervention and work with serious presenting concerns, requiring the ability to conceptualize cases and provide diagnoses within sociocultural context.
This position is in person, time-limited, and part time. The position will start in January 2026 and end on or before May 1, 2026. Work hours will be between 15 and 19 hours per week on a set schedule primarily between 8 am and 7 pm, as negotiated with the Director of CAPS.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Demonstrated competence with diversity and intersectionality, and experience addressing the mental health needs of students including those with historically marginalized identities.
* Demonstrated knowledge of FERPA, HIPAA, and the California Medical Information Act as it relates to the provision of psychotherapy in a university counseling center and confidentiality.
* Demonstrated ability to speak publicly, provide training to, and consult with the campus community regarding mental health topics.
* Demonstrated experience providing brief individual and group psychotherapy to late adolescent and young adult populations including DSM diagnosis.
* Demonstrated ability to effectively manage clinical crisis situations, including hospitalizations.
* Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in and outside the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Graduation from an APA Accredited/BBS-approved graduate training program.
* Training and experience in college counseling center.
* Experience in providing outreach and psychotherapy to historically marginalized populations.
* Ability to provide clinical services in a language other than English.
* Demonstrated specialized training and/or clinical expertise applicable to the university counseling environment.
* Ability to share knowledge in accessible and applicable ways to teammates and the campus community.
* Experience in integrated health and counseling settings.
* Experience working with electronic system for scheduling and casenotes.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
* Possession of a Master's degree in appropriate field and current licensure in the State of California as LPCC, LCSW or LMFT.
OR
* Possession of doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology and current licensure in the State of California as a Psychologist.
(Note that hiring level will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate.)
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, DEGREES, CREDENTIALS:
* Current California psychologist, LPCC, LCSW, or LMFT license that is free of active disciplinary action.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Anticipated Hiring Range: $7,481/month prorated by hours per week
Classification Range: Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Anticipated Hiring Range referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Classification Range may be broader than what the University anticipates paying for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT
This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Must be able to respond to campus situations calling for Counseling & Psychological Services presence (i.e. campus crises, student death, etc.) after normal business hours, or on weekends. Occasional holiday work and adjustment to normal working hours to meet special jobs may be required.
This position classification has been defined as "Exempt" and is not subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
All CSU employees are designated "mandated reporters" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. As a condition of your employment, you will be required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 and any subsequent amendments.
This is an on-campus position. Based on operational need at this time, remote work may be required for a portion of the work week.
Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.
Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community.
In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. It is also expected that faculty establish an on-campus presence to fulfill their responsibilities.
For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates must attach:
* To apply, please attach (1) a cover letter illustrating how you meet the requirements of the position, particularly regarding your experience in integrated health and counseling settings, (2) curriculum vitae (CV), (3) unofficial transcripts to your online application, and (4) a copy of license (as applicable). The application requires contact information including email addresses for a minimum of three professional references; please include your current/most recent supervisor as one of these three. Official transcripts of highest degree will be required of finalists.
Advertised: Nov 18 2025 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:
$7.5k monthly 60d+ ago
Temporary Counselor - Cal Poly Maritime Academy
Cal Poly 4.1
Licensed professional counselor job in San Luis Obispo, CA
Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) is a department within Student Affairs & Strategic Enrollment Management that provides a variety of culturally responsive services to help enrolled students understand themselves, enjoy satisfying relationships, achieve academic success, and make effective life choices. CAPS promotes the development of holistic student emotional health and serves the campus through advocacy and the provision of confidential, accessible services. Additionally, CAPS provides outreach, educational services, and campus consultations.
This position supports the mission of Counseling & Psychological Services and Campus Health & Wellbeing through the provision of individual, couples, and group counseling, crisis intervention, outreach, consultation, and prevention education as a member of the CAPS team within Campus Health & Wellbeing located at the Solano Campus primarily serving Cal Poly Maritime Academy students. It also includes crisis intervention and work with serious presenting concerns, requiring the ability to conceptualize cases and provide diagnoses within sociocultural context.
This position is in person, time-limited, and part time. The position will start in January 2026 and end on or before May 1, 2026. Work hours will be between 15 and 19 hours per week on a set schedule primarily between 8 am and 7 pm, as negotiated with the Director of CAPS.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated competence with diversity and intersectionality, and experience addressing the mental health needs of students including those with historically marginalized identities.
Demonstrated knowledge of FERPA, HIPAA, and the California Medical Information Act as it relates to the provision of psychotherapy in a university counseling center and confidentiality.
Demonstrated ability to speak publicly, provide training to, and consult with the campus community regarding mental health topics.
Demonstrated experience providing brief individual and group psychotherapy to late adolescent and young adult populations including DSM diagnosis.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage clinical crisis situations, including hospitalizations.
Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in and outside the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an APA Accredited/BBS-approved graduate training program.
Training and experience in college counseling center.
Experience in providing outreach and psychotherapy to historically marginalized populations.
Ability to provide clinical services in a language other than English.
Demonstrated specialized training and/or clinical expertise applicable to the university counseling environment.
Ability to share knowledge in accessible and applicable ways to teammates and the campus community.
Experience in integrated health and counseling settings.
Experience working with electronic system for scheduling and casenotes.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Possession of a Master's degree in appropriate field and current licensure in the State of California as LPCC, LCSW or LMFT.
OR
Possession of doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology and current licensure in the State of California as a Psychologist.
(Note that hiring level will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate.)
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, DEGREES, CREDENTIALS:
Current California psychologist, LPCC, LCSW, or LMFT license that is free of active disciplinary action.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Anticipated Hiring Range: $7,481/month prorated by hours per week
Classification Range: Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Anticipated Hiring Range referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Classification Range may be broader than what the University anticipates paying for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT
This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Must be able to respond to campus situations calling for Counseling & Psychological Services presence (i.e. campus crises, student death, etc.) after normal business hours, or on weekends. Occasional holiday work and adjustment to normal working hours to meet special jobs may be required.
This position classification has been defined as "Exempt" and is not subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
All CSU employees are designated "mandated reporters" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. As a condition of your employment, you will be required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 and any subsequent amendments.
This is an on-campus position. Based on operational need at this time, remote work may be required for a portion of the work week.
Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.
Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community.
In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. It is also expected that faculty establish an on-campus presence to fulfill their responsibilities.
For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates must attach:
To apply, please attach (1) a cover letter illustrating how you meet the requirements of the position, particularly regarding your experience in integrated health and counseling settings, (2) curriculum vitae (CV), (3) unofficial transcripts to your online application, and (4) a copy of license (as applicable). The application requires contact information including email addresses for a minimum of three professional references; please include your current/most recent supervisor as one of these three. Official transcripts of highest degree will be required of finalists.
$7.5k monthly 60d+ ago
Marriage and Family Therapist
State of California 4.5
Licensed professional counselor job in Atascadero, CA
The Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) will be directed by the Senior Psychologist, Supervisor in Psychology Services at the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:
* Treat mental and emotional disorders
* Counsel individuals
* Complete required documentation
* Collaborate with the Treatment Team
* Facilitate individual and group therapy
* Collaborate with Treatment Team to provide critical observations about patients; identify and assist with recommendations for appropriate services
* Assist with the development, implementation, and adherence to behavioral plans and treatment plans, including the competent use of electronic systems used for treatment planning and documentation
* Participate in meetings, committees, conferences
Eligibility: To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of one of the following: reachable on an certification list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility.
If you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy.
Click here to take the Marriage and Family Therapist Examination
It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications specified in the examination bulletin/classification specifications.
Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: DSH Recruitment Survey
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
* This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA).
Minimum Requirements
This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below.
* Marriage and Family Therapist
Additional Documents
* Job Application Package Checklist
* Duty Statement
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-500345
Position #(s):
************-XXX
Working Title:
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Classification:
Marriage and Family Therapist
$8,133.00 - $10,378.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
San Luis Obispo County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
DSH - Atascadero
Department Information
The Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings, and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.
Department Website: *********************************
Special Requirements
* The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
* The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
* The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
* The position(s) require(s) a(n) CA BBS - Marriage & Family Therapist License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
* The Medical Staff of DSH-Atascadero requires Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist candidates meet the Medical Staff criteria for allied health professional privileging set forth in the facility bylaws. Candidates applying for both licensed and unlicensed positions must submit the required documents listed under the Required Application Documents Section.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 1/18/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at ********************** When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of State Hospitals
DSH - Atascadero Postal
Attn: DSH - Atascadero Employment Office
PO Box 7005
Atascadero, CA 93423-7005
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of State Hospitals
DSH - Atascadero Drop Off
DSH - Atascadero Employment Office
10333 El Camino Real
Atascadero, CA 93422
Building 105 - Drop box available after hours
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
* Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at ********************** All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
* Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
* Other -
You MUST provide a copy of your unofficial college transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position.
Please note: foreign transcripts MUST include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company.
Please redact birthdate and social security number from degree/transcripts.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to:
* Medical Benefits (health, dental, and vision)
* Work life balance (some positions qualify for flexible work hours and schedules, and a minimum of 10 days of paid leave annually - specific accrual rates can be found here)
* Paid Holidays and leave (family medical leave, military leave, etc)
* Defined benefit retirement program with CalPERS
* Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
* School loan forgiveness under federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness
* Commute Program
* Employee Wellness Program (discounts to health clubs)
* Employee Assistance Program
* Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
* ScholarShare (college savings account)
* On-the-job training and professional development
* Most positions qualify for annual raises until you reach the maximum salary for that position, subject to meeting performance standards
Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
These webpages are intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base, and length of appointment.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: *********************************
Hiring Unit Contact:
DSH-Atascadero Employment Office
**************
************************
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Pearl Melena
**************
***********************
California Relay Service: ************** (TTY), ************** (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Information
* Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
* Applications postmarked on the final filing date will be accepted.
* Scanned, copied, or faxed applications will not be accepted.
* Applications will be screened and only the most competitive will be offered an interview.
* Any limited-term appointments may transition in to a permanent appointment.
* Selected candidates will be required to submit to a criminal history review utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.
* This position requires candidates to pass a Medical Evaluation. You will be required to submit to a Medical Evaluation and receive clearance prior to being hired.
* This position requires candidates to take and pass a drug screening test. You will be required to take and pass the drug screening test prior to being hired.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
$48k-67k yearly est. 15d ago
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