Rehab Therapist - Behavioral

Rehab Therapist is under the supervision of the Activities Director. The Rehab Therapist provides clinical and rehabilitation services to adults with psychiatric disabilities in the Willow MHRC program. In collaboration with a multidisciplinary treatment team the Rehab Therapist assists in the development and implementation of treatment goals, performing rehab assessments, individual and group therapy; is an advocate for clients; provides crisis prevention and intervention when necessary; and helps plan a program including the utilization of community resources to enhance the individual’s quality of life.

Minimum Requirements:

• BA in Psychology, Social Sciences, Recreation Therapy or Expressive Arts Therapy is required. 
• MA/MS in mental health/social work-related field strongly preferred.
• Registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) (AMFT, ASW, APCC etc.) is preferred. 
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of full-time experience, or its part-time equivalent, working in a mental health program serving persons with severe and persistent mental disabilities.
• A bachelor’s degree with a major in psychology, social work or behavioral sciences may be substituted for the two (2) years of full-time work experience or its part-time equivalent.
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) 
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
• Must be at least 18 years of age