BMS Licensed Masters Mental Health Professional A&F Med Skyport

Kaiser Permanente • San Jose, CA

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About The Position

The BMS Licensed Masters Mental Health Professional at Kaiser Permanente provides comprehensive mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and crisis intervention services for adult and child members. This role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, ensuring adherence to therapeutic regimens and medication compliance. The professional will also engage in psychoeducational activities and maintain detailed records of patient progress.

Requirements

• Masters degree in Social Work, Social Welfare, Clinical or Counseling Psychology, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (California) OR Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (California) OR Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (California) with Couples and Families Endorsement within 24 months of hire.
• Familiarity with DSM-V for diagnosis.
• Experience in assessing, diagnosing, and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations, and professional board standards related to member treatment and confidentiality.
• Knowledge of Evidence-Based Practice and psychotherapy research methods.
• Competence in individual, family, and group psychotherapy.

Nice To Haves

• Previous post-license experience as a member of a psychiatric treatment team in an outpatient or inpatient setting.
• Previous clinical responsibility including crisis intervention and psychotherapy.
• Demonstrated professional maturity and ethical integrity.
• Commitment to quality of service and teamwork in a multidisciplinary clinic.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates clinical treatment programs for members with mental illness.
• Participates in staff conferences to select, plan, and evaluate treatment programs.
• Provides outpatient psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families, and groups.
• Instructs and counsels patients and their families regarding compliance with therapeutic regimens and medication adherence.
• Administers specialized therapeutic procedures as appropriate and provides support to members' families.
• Prepares intake summaries, treatment plans, and maintains ongoing confidential records.
• Charts members' treatment and progress in accordance with regulations and community standards.
• Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating patients for psychotropic medications.
• Utilizes resources from public and private agencies to meet members' treatment needs.
• May supervise Post Masters Fellows and Associate Clinical Social Workers as needed.
• Participates in departmental program development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Reports safety concerns to mandated reporting agencies.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Master's degree