Mental Health Clinician

Position Title: Mental Health Clinician

Division: Family & Children Services of Silicon Valley

Department: Medi‑Cal Mental Health

Reports To: Clinical Program Manager

Classification: Full Time, Exempt

Salary Range: $86,940+ DOEE and Full Benefits

About Us: Caminar is a leading behavioral health organization that supports youth and adults across multiple counties in Northern California and the San Francisco Bay Area. Caminar builds strength and stability through comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment, and wrap‑around services, delivered through evidence‑based, whole‑person care. Founded in 1964, Caminar's vision is to be a beacon of safety, compassion, and fulfillment, supporting all those in our communities who need it most.

Our mission is to build strength and stability through comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment delivered through evidence‑based, whole‑person care.

Caminar values diversity. People of all races, ethnicities, countries of origin, faiths, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities are welcome here. To learn more, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The position of Mental Health Clinician is under the supervision of the Clinical Program Manager, with the expectation to meet and maintain standard productivity per hours worked according to county contracts requirements for Medi‑Cal billable or direct service to clients. BBS licensed track therapist. This position must be available to respond to Mental Health clinic intakes as needed, including individual and family therapy with children and their families, and individual therapy with adults with serious mental disorders.

• Provide direct service to adults, children, and families using Wellness and Recovery model of care per the Santa Clara County Mental Health Department system of care. Most clients have dual diagnoses, both mental health and substance abuse disorders.
• The primary role is to complete assessments and treatment plans, determine ongoing treatment in collaboration with case managers (as appropriate) and providing individual, family and group therapy in accordance with the developed TCP treatment plan.
• Provide assessments, crisis intervention, and diagnosis. Use engagement skills to develop narrative summaries and treatment plans using Transformational Care Planning model for all clients assigned to caseload.
• Identify changing needs of clients and assist clients to transition appropriately to higher or lower level of care.
• Discuss progress toward treatment goals with client and family.
• Consult with medical doctor or other specialists concerning treatment plan and amends plan as directed.
• Refers client to supportive services to supplement treatment.
• Collaborate with Case managers, as appropriate, using a team approach to determine ongoing care and meeting clients of goals.
• Case management to link clients and families to community resources.
• Comply thoroughly with County Mental Health contract documentation and auditing standards and requirements in a timely manner.
• Participate in individual supervision/program meetings.
• Due to client needs, this position may require working during evening and potentially weekend hours.

• Education – master’s degree in Marriage Family Therapy, Social Work, or Clinical Psychology.
• California BBS registration as a AMFT, ASW, APCC or CA BBS licensed LMFT, LCSW, LPCC required.
• Experience 2‑5 years of therapy related work preferred.
• Language skills – Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and clinical documents. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients and other professionals.
• Computer Skills – To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software and standard office software as well as the ability to develop competency in specialized clinical software as needed.
• Thorough clinical knowledge and experience in providing mental health services to children, adults, and families.
• Bili…