County of San Mateo Behavioral Health & Recovery Services

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Organization Description

San Mateo County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) provides services for children, youth, families, adults and older adults for the prevention, early intervention, and treatment of mental illness and/or substance use conditions. We are committed to supporting treatment of the whole person to achieve wellness and recovery, and promoting the physical and behavioral health of individuals, families and communities we serve.

Program Information

San Mateo County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) is a comprehensive county behavioral health services agency dedicated to serving the needs of older adults, adults, adolescent, at-risk youth, and families experiencing mental health and/or co-occurring substance misuse concerns. Services are offered in outpatient, inpatient, and outreach programs by multidisciplinary staff that includes psychologists, psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, marriage and family therapists (MFT), occupational therapists, trainees, and intern positions. BHRS provides clinical training opportunities to students pursuing their master’s degree.

Health & Safety

We offer many placement opportunities. Some opportunities are with our regional clinics, which serve adults and youth within a geographical area. Other opportunities are with units that serve specialized populations of older adults, adults, adolescents, and/or at-risk youth throughout the county. In addition to the required supervision hours, trainees have weekly didactic seminars which are included in clinical case consultations and in-service trainings.
Additional requirements and/or considerations
  • Background Check (e.g. fingerprinting/livescan, driving record)
  • Computer Literacy
  • Driver's License
  • Pre-Placement Training
Address 
United States
General Phone 
(650) 400-3750
Website:
http://www.smchealth.org/bhrs
Program(s) 
Internships
Organization type 
Focus Population(s)
Focus Area(s)
Hours of operation 

Requirements vary for each placement location or program. You will find more information on our 2024-2025 BHRS Internships Placment listing or please email HS_BHRS_Internships@smcgov.org

 

Minimum required hours 
20
Maximum students 
24