Practitioner

Job Summary We are accepting applications to fill multiple full-time Practitioner Intern/I/II vacancies in Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, and Lompoc. The department may hire at the Practitioner Associate, I, or II level. If hired at I or II levels, possession of a valid license as LCSW, LPCC, or LMFT is required at the time of appointment. Location Applicants may be assigned to Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, Goleta, Lompoc, Los Olivos, Santa Maria, and Santa Ynez. Salary Practitioner Associate: $39.31 - $47.14 hourly ($81,758.56 - $98,049.12 annually) Practitioner I: $43.03 - $51.68 hourly ($89,492.00 - $107,488.16 annually) Practitioner II: $44.83 - $53.88 hourly ($93,240.16 - $112,066.24 annually) Bilingual allowance when applicable. Special Duty Assignment allowance for those regularly assigned to a Psychiatric Health Facility. Benefits Click on the Benefits tab or CLICK HERE for more information on County benefits. Applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for retirement reciprocity and time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate. Responsibilities Assess, diagnose, counsel, and provide psychotherapeutic treatment, rehabilitation, and care coordination for seriously emotionally disturbed children and adolescents, and seriously and persistently mentally ill adults. Work within a system of interdisciplinary departmental teams or contract service agencies providing assessment, prevention, intervention, and treatment. Collaborate with community partners to address clients’ needs. Provide individual, family, and group therapy including crisis intervention, case management linkage, and advocacy. Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records. Travel between sites as needed. The Ideal Candidate Will Have experience in a psychiatric facility or community mental health program. Have excellent oral and written communication skills. Work with clients diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Have proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office. Speak English and Spanish fluently (preferred for some positions). Duties Interview potential clients to assess needs and provide counseling or psychotherapeutic services. Develop treatment and service plans involving the client and family. Document clinical activity, diagnostic and interview findings, and recommendations. Advise clients’ relatives and caregivers about treatment and rehabilitation. Educate clients and families about their diagnosis and treatment process. Assist clients in obtaining stable housing, healthcare, benefits, and basic living skills. Cross‑train and cover roles in crisis services programs as needed. Qualifications Valid registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW), or Professional Clinical Counselor Intern (PCC); or Waivered Psychologist status within California. Must obtain a California license as LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC within four years of appointment. For Waivered Psychologist, must obtain a California Licensed Psychologist before waiver expiration. Minimum of six hours of continuing education in marriage and family therapy per license renewal. A valid California Class C Driver’s License may be required. Knowledge of assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, counseling, and psychotherapeutic treatment of marriage, family, and child relationship dysfunctions; methods of developing treatment plans; human service delivery systems; basic math. Ability to perform counseling and psychotherapy with individuals, families, and groups; develop cooperative relationships; prepare and present clear reports. Application Process Submit applications and respond to the supplemental questionnaire. Applicants must score at least 70 on the supplemental questionnaire to be placed on the employment list. Decision and appointment contingent upon a background investigation. Conditional offer subject to Live Scan background check and one‑year probationary period. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The County of Santa Barbara is committed to equity and inclusion and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Contact Leza Patatanian – View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr