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Pediatric Counselor

Mariposas Project MP Health
place Atascadero, 93423
local_atm $55 - $75 an hour
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Multiple Types Available
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Spanish
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Racism, Diversity, and Tolerance
ECT
Family Systems/Family Therapy
Families
Individuals

About Job

OPEN JOB POSITION: Pediatric Counselor

Title: Pediatric Counselor (supervision provided)

Status: Full time/ Part Time

Location: Atascadero, CA

Company Description(s): We are a multi-disciplinary therapy agency with three service divisions: 1) Early Start (birth-3) and 2) School Age (3-16), 3) Counseling (all ages).

Job Description:

  • Provide clinic-based weekly psychotherapy and counseling services to patients of ages under 16 years old/pediatrics as well as adults.
  • Provide services at a one-of-a-kind inclusion preschool in Atascadero, CA
  • Ability to co-treat with other professionals at our inclusion site
  • Perform mental health/clinical assessments
  • Perform psychotherapy within perspective scope of practice
  • Diagnose and treat psychological and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral within the context of marriage and family systems.
  • Treatment planning
  • Manage clients on a caseload and develop appropriate treatment services for each individual situation.
  • Respond promptly to any incoming referrals

Requirements & Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in marriage and family therapy or a related mental health field.
  • CA license required to practice; and in good standing with the BBS.
  • AMFT and ACSW applicants with appropriate background and experience are highly welcomed, supervision provided (Employee status).
  • Spanish/bilingual skills preferred but not a must (verbal and written).
  • Must have At least 1-2 years’ experience treating children and/or adolescents with significant behavioral and emotional challenges.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Strong work ethic and professional conduct.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and good writing.
  • Has strong interpersonal skills/team oriented.
  • Is inclusive and sensitive to diversity.
  • Must possess proof of malpractice insurance liability.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive salary commensurate on experience.
  • Mentoring and highly supportive work environment.
  • Flexible hours and schedule.
  • Supervision provided for Associates.
  • Employee status for Associates.
  • Free access to all the company trainings.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $55.00 - $75.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 25 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Work Location: In person

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Issues

Racism, Diversity, and Tolerance

Age Groups

Children (5-10)
Adolescents/Teenagers (14-19)
Adults

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT
Family Systems/Family Therapy

Modalities

Families
Individuals

Practice Specifics

Settings

Milieu
Home Health/In-home