Amergis Staffing is currently seeking Marriage & FamilyTherapy Associate for the 2024/2025 school year in the Santa Maria, CA area. Position Details: Schedule: Monday - Friday Hours/Week: 40 hours Start Date: November 2024 Length: 2024/2025 School Year Details: Services providedto improve academic, behavioral, and social outcomes among school-aged youth,as well as determining individual student needs. Amergis Advantages We haveoffices in most major cities across the country Premium payrates with tax advantage compensation Health/Dental/VisionInsurance available on 1st of month Weekly paythrough direct deposit Fullyfurnished, private housing available (pets are welcomed) Expensereimbursement for travel and state licensure available Accessible viaoffice phone, email, or text Emergency,On-call line, available 24/7 The Marriage and Family Counselor provides professionalcounseling services designed in assisting participants in behavior change tomaintain a healthy lifestyle and quality of life through individual and grouptherapy. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: + Provides professional counseling services topatients/clients and their families + May counsel and teach behavior change, stress management,and other program classes, which assist the participants in achievingprescribed objectives + Administers, interprets, and assesses the results of relatedprogram-administered assessment tests + Assists with the development of mind/body programming intowellness programs, i.e. cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, weight management + Provides education to patients and families related toissues that impact patient/client care + Conducts lectures and participates in community outreachactivities + Identifies concerns and makes referrals to other specialistswhen needed + Provides guidance and coaching to staff members working withclients as needed + Adheres to all Amergis and worksite rules, policies andprocedures + Performs other duties as assigned/necessary Minimum Requirements: + Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work orrelated field preferred + Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work,Family Therapy preferred + Licensed as a Professional Counselor, Marriage and FamilyTherapist (LMFT) as required by state regulations and/or contractspecifications + One (1) year of experience in counseling preferred + Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice + Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable + Current CPR if applicable + TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable + Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) + Must meet all federal, state and local requirements + Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site + Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements + Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required + Computer proficiency required + Must be at least 18 years of age Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.