Correctional Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) $$

Location: San Diego, CA

Setting: Correctional Facility

Position Type: Full-Time

Term: 18-month bookings with auto-renewal (subject to performance)

Shift Availability: Candidates must be available to work 2 out of 3 shifts (Day, Evening, Night). The assigned shift will be full-time and fixed.

Compensation: Competitive salary with paid orientation (half-time for one week)

Job Summary: We are seeking dedicated and experienced Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs) to provide comprehensive clinical services in a public institution setting. The role involves conducting assessments, providing therapeutic interventions, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care and successful discharge planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Assessments: Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine appropriate therapeutic interventions and counseling services.
• Therapeutic Interventions: Provide individual and group therapy, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Substance Use Disorders (SUD).
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans, ensuring coordinated and effective patient care.
• Discharge Planning: Facilitate transitional care planning to connect patients with community resources and services upon release.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, reports, and documentation of progress and treatment plans.
• Patient Education: Educate patients on life skills and coping strategies to manage and overcome issues related to SUD and other mental health challenges.
• Team Participation: Attend case conferences, trainings, meetings, and committees as required.

Qualifications:

• Licensure: Current and valid MFT license issued by the California Board of Behavioral Science.
• Education: Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from an accredited institution, meeting the requirements stipulated in Business and Professional Code 4980.36.
• Experience: Minimum of 12 continuous months of relevant experience within the last 3 years (excluding internships).
• Certifications: BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Driver's License: Valid driver’s license required for on-ground transportation.
• Compliance: Must pass a drug screening (including THC) and FBI fingerprinting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an acute care or correctional setting.
• Knowledge of the California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 22, Division 5, Chapter 12, Article 1, Section 79543.

Additional Requirements:

• Licensing Verification: Vendor must verify that all licenses and certifications are active and free of misconduct.
• Timely Renewals: Ensure all required licenses and certifications are renewed and submitted at least 30 days prior to expiration.
• Availability: Candidates must disclose any planned time off within the first year at the time of screening.
• Orientation: Must attend a minimum one-week orientation period.

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to body fluids and communicable diseases.
• Fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment due to various demands on therapists.