Youth Holistic Defense Advocate

Employment Standards: Applicants must meet the employment standards (minimum qualifications) list below to be considered for this position. Detailed information should be included in the application. Valid registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW), or Professional Clinical Counselor Interns (PCC); OR, Waivered Psychologist status within California. Registration with Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). Appointees must obtain their California license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor within four years of appointment, as a condition of continued employment. If appointee is under the Waivered Psychologist status, they must obtain their California License as a Licensed Psychologist (Ph.D. or PsyD) prior to the expiration of the waiver. Additional requirements for PCC Intern:  a minimum of (6) hours of continuing education (CE) specific to marriage and family therapy during each license renewal cycle. Driver's License: A valid Driver's License may be required at the time of application. A valid California Class C Driver's License may be required at the time of appointment. Other Requirements: Will be required to occasionally work outside normal business hours. This position will be based in Santa Maria, but countywide travel will be required.