Mental Health Clinician - PEI in Oakland, California at A Better Way Inc

Position: Mental Health Clinician - PEI

Accountability: Reports to the PEI Clinical Supervisor

Hybrid Status: EE-2

Job Status: Regular, Full Time, Exempt

Date Revised: July 2026

Role:

Under the supervision of the ECMH and PEI Clinical Supervisor the Clinician has the primary responsibility for assessing children and their families. Services may include: assessment; development of a family centered treatment plan; providing developmentally appropriate mental health treatment; coordination of care with child welfare workers, parents, foster parents, and other collaterals; maintaining a written record of treatment, including initial assessments and treatment plans.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct client care in home or the community for children and their families
• Be linguistically and culturally competent
• Attend appropriate meetings, which include weekly group supervision, staff meetings, trainings and supervision
• Obtain consent for treatment from the child welfare worker, where appropriate
• Monitor eligibility and obtain authorizations where appropriate.
• Through scheduled sessions, provide psychotherapy, intensive clinical case management, and crisis intervention, to assigned children and families. Work with various modalities including individual, dyadic, and family therapy. Conduct assessments, diagnosis, and treatment plans in collaboration with clients, caregivers, and other providers. Provide appropriate mental health services
• Follow regulatory guidelines, mandated reporting, and program/agency protocols in performing duties
• Abide by all provisions of the ABW personnel manual
• Perform any other duties as directed

Qualifications:

• MSW, MA, PhD or PsyD from accredited school of social work or psychology. Must be licensed or registered with BBS or BOP.
• Excellent clinical and writing skills.
• Direct experience working with diverse racial and ethnic populations
• Understanding of basic theoretical and developmental principles of infant, early childhood, adolescent, young adult and family mental health
• Ability to understand psychological assessment reports; psychological assessment experience a plus for psychologist applicants
• Must have a car and good driving record
• Understand and desire to work with a strength-based mental health approach
• Knowledge, understanding, and willingness to work with interdisciplinary approaches and partnerships
• Understanding DSM, DC: 0-3R, and treatment plans
• Ability to work independently and to work as a member of a team
• Excellent organizational, computer and communication skills.
• Ability to pass various background checks needed to work with children

Work Environment

This role is primarily performed in an office setting, in the community, and/or through video meetings. In-person attendance is required for staff meetings, supervision, or other job-related responsibilities. The frequency of on-site work may vary depending on role requirements and departmental needs. In-person attendance is typically required for client sessions unless alternate arrangements are required or requested. Remote work privileges vary by role and are subject to supervisor’s approval.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods, use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally bend, stoop, or reach and may be required to lift and move boxes or office supplies up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision for computer work and reading.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, exempt, position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., subject to change, with supervisor approval, to meet the business needs.

Travel

Local travel to various worksites and local schools is required, up to 90 miles within Alameda County.??

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and obtaining TB and health clearances. When applicable, driving records are periodically reviewed in accordance with company policy. Employees must also comply with the organization's vaccination requirements.

A Better Way is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Inclusive environments for all employees and applicants are our priority. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, neurodiversity, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This document may be subject to periodic review and revision in compliance with California labor and employment regulations.