Behavior Assistant Northern/Southern CA

Job/Internship Description - A Paid and Learning Opportunity

Duties:

- Conduct patient assessments to evaluate their behavioral health needs and develop appropriate treatment plans
- Provide individual and group therapy sessions to address mental health issues and promote positive coping strategies
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and ensure comprehensive treatment for patients. Provide Linkage services to community resources.
- Utilize evidence-based practices, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, to support patients in achieving their treatment goals
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, including coding for billing purposes
- Participate in clinical research projects to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of social work

Benefits: Paid Position and Academic Credit(s) 

Experience and Interests:

- Strong Interest in social work or a related field
- Some Experience working with children, adolescents and family is highly preferred
- Proficient or Strong interest in learning how to conduct patient assessments and developing treatment plans
- Strong interest in learning and incorporating cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques and their application in a clinical setting; as well as medical records management and coding practices.

- Interest in participating in clinical research projects is a plus

Our staff will provide training to those who are new to this field and willing to learn.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not encompass all tasks or responsibilities that may be assigned.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Internship

Salary: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 4 to 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Hybrid remote
• Outpatient

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: Locations Throughout both Northern and Southern California