Clinical Therapist I​/II - MHSA FSP Adult IRSC

Must be currently registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as:
Associate Clinical Social Worker, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, or an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor.

The Riverside University Health System – Behavioral Health Department is currently recruiting for a MHSA FSP Adult IRSC, Clinical Therapist I/II position at its Palm Springs location.

The Clinical Therapist I/II for the MHSA FSP Adult IRSC Clinic will provide intensive, recovery-oriented services to adults ages 26 to 59 living with Serious Mental Illness. This role includes completing assessments, developing treatment plans, delivering therapeutic interventions, and collaborating closely with a multi-disciplinary team to support client stability and wellness. The position involves both clinic-based responsibilities and field-based outreach to engage and assist clients in the community, ensuring individualized, comprehensive care.

This recruitment is eligible for a 10% DTR differential that is applied to hours worked. At any time, this differential can be removed.

Clinical Therapist I: $66,386 - $95,851

Clinical Therapist II: $76,470 - $108,870

4/10 - Monday through Thursday 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Riverside University Health System – Behavioral Health is a leading provider of mental health and substance use services in Riverside County. With a dedicated team of professionals, including psychiatrists, clinicians, peer specialists, and paraprofessionals, RUHS-BH serves over 45,000 individuals annually.

We are committed to delivering culturally competent, evidence-based care across all ages. Our programs, including Mental Health Services, Substance Use Services, and the Public Guardian’s Office, address the diverse needs of our community.

At RUHS Behavioral Health, you’ll join a compassionate, innovative team where your skills make a real difference. We offer opportunities for growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact.

If you’re passionate about advancing your career while improving mental health in Riverside County, RUHS Behavioral Health is the place for you!

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• Interview consumers, relatives, and other involved persons to gather personal and social data relevant to assessing mental or emotional disorders.
• Develop service plans with consumers; evaluate psychological, economic, vocational, educational, physical, health, socialization, and housing needs.
• Coordinate with other staff members (psychiatrists, psychologists, and other program staff) and community agencies in carrying out and designing treatment or rehabilitation plans.
• Assist consumers and other concerned individuals in understanding the nature of major psychological illnesses and their psychosocial effects.
• Assist consumers and their families in understanding and choosing options of mental health treatment.
• Initiate and conduct individual, collateral, group, and family therapy sessions.
• Establish and maintain effective contact with local area mental health resources, including community members, parents, schools, residential facilities, and other agencies/organizations.
• Perform specialized tasks including involuntary hospitalization procedures (5150) and Tarasoff assessments.
• Participate in mental health conferences and local area committees.
• Prepare reports and write correspondence.
• Provide guidance to volunteers and staff.
• Act as a casework consultant to other clinical therapists and other departmental staff.
• Licensed level, within the scope of licensure, may provide clinical supervision to unlicensed clinicians.
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