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Ready to Start Pursuing a Career in Behavioral/Mental Health but Need Additional Support?
We're here to help you figure out how to cover the costs of education for a Behavioral Health career. Or, if you're considering applying for an entry-level Behavioral Health job (going through the application process, acquiring the necessary skills, crafting a resume, and preparing for interviews), we have experts to guide you and provide support.
What Does it Mean to be "Career Ready" and Why is it Important?
Career readiness refers to the process of being prepared with the necessary skills to find, get, keep, and grow in a job or career. This is important because it helps you learn the skills needed for success in real-world jobs.
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Services Provided by Entry-level WorkersHelp children and youth learn healthier behaviors (e.g. managing big emotions, dealing with new social situations, etc.) Provide peer support services by drawing on their lived experience and expertise to help others heal and recover from life challenges Provide referrals and linkages to community and public resources (e.g. Medicaid, food banks, housing) Transport and/or accompany clients to appointments or community/public resources
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Services Provided by Graduate Degree-level WorkersProvide clinical mental health evaluations and treatment to those living with mental, emotional, or substance abuse challenges, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs Provide individual and group therapy to assist in overcoming varying personal challenges Guide clients in developing skills or strategies for dealing with their problems Provide mental health promotion and education
Gain Experience or Obtain an Industry-
Recognized Behavioral Health Certification
With a growing need for behavioral health workers, various programs have developed ways to achieve industry-recognized certificates and statewide certifications.
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Services Provided by Entry-level WorkersHelp children and youth learn healthier behaviors (e.g. managing big emotions, dealing with new social situations, etc.) Provide peer support services by drawing on their lived experience and expertise to help others heal and recover from life challenges Provide referrals and linkages to community and public resources (e.g. Medicaid, food banks, housing) Transport and/or accompany clients to appointments or community/public resources
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Services Provided by Graduate Degree-level WorkersProvide clinical mental health evaluations and treatment to those living with mental, emotional, or substance abuse challenges, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs Provide individual and group therapy to assist in overcoming varying personal challenges Guide clients in developing skills or strategies for dealing with their problems Provide mental health promotion and education
Get Financial Guidance and Assistance
California has invested millions of dollars to build the behavioral health workforce. There are many new opportunities for scholarships, on-the-job training, and free education/training courses available.
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Services Provided by Entry-level WorkersHelp children and youth learn healthier behaviors (e.g. managing big emotions, dealing with new social situations, etc.) Provide peer support services by drawing on their lived experience and expertise to help others heal and recover from life challenges Provide referrals and linkages to community and public resources (e.g. Medicaid, food banks, housing) Transport and/or accompany clients to appointments or community/public resources
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Services Provided by Graduate Degree-level WorkersProvide clinical mental health evaluations and treatment to those living with mental, emotional, or substance abuse challenges, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs Provide individual and group therapy to assist in overcoming varying personal challenges Guide clients in developing skills or strategies for dealing with their problems Provide mental health promotion and education
