About us
The Kaiser Permanente Behavioral Health Training Institute (KP BHTI) launched its first cohort in January 2022. In partnership with the Kaiser Permanente Mental Health Scholars Academy (MHSA), KP BHTI provides clinical training opportunities to KP employees for career advancement in Behavioral Health. The KP BHTI prioritizes the learner experience while providing essential clinical support to our service areas and members.
Kaiser Permanente response to the behavioral health crisis
KP employee
Mental Health Scholars Academy
• 75% tuition assistance to KP Employees with a B.A seeking M.A
• Applicants must meet all academic requirements for graduate program and be accepted into an accredited institution
Behavioral Health Training Institute
High Quality Pre-Degree Clinical Training for Trainees
• Clinical training opportunities
• Current KP Managers support work-life balance
• Earn at least 500hrs of clinical experience
Graduation
Graduates with an M.A register with the CA board of behavioral Sciences as an AMFT, ASW, or APCC.
Regional Supervision of Associates
Posted Associate positions retain qualified graduates gaining clinical hours toward licensure.
Licensed Providers
Experienced Associates transition into licensed positions upon completing 3,000 clinical hours and passing licensing exams.
Mission
The Kaiser Permanente Behavioral Health Training Institute drives innovative, collaborative, high-quality clinical training and lifelong learning within an ever-evolving health system.
Vision
The Kaiser Permanente Behavioral Health Training Institute seeks to become the premier training institution for behavioral health professionals to advance the community standard for improving access to high-quality behavioral health services.
Values
INTEGRITY – Kaiser Permanente Behavioral Health Training Institute values personal and professional integrity through professionalism, self-awareness, self-reflection, willingness to learn, and respectful open dialogue.
BENEFICENCE – Kaiser Permanente Behavioral Health Training Institute actively promotes wellness through respect, kindness, equity, inclusion, diversity, and behavioral health advocacy.
INNOVATION – Kaiser Permanente Behavioral Health Training Institute advances behavioral health through innovation, implementation, and regular evaluation of evidence-based practices.
Programs in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine
Pre-Masters Programs
Pre-Masters programming currently consists of MFT Trainee practicum and MSW Trainee field placement for first and second year MSW students.
MFT Practicum
MFT practicum is available to students currently enrolled in MHSA-affiliated Marriage and Family Therapy programs. To qualify for practicum, the student must meet all academic requirements to participate in practicum as an MFT Trainee.
MSW Practicum 1
MSW practicum in Psychiatry is available to students currently enrolled in an MHSA-affiliated Master of Social Work program. To qualify for practicum, the student must meet all academic requirements to participate in practicum.
MSW Practicum 2
Second year MSW practicums in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine are available to students currently enrolled in MHSA-affiliated Master of Social Work programs. Practicum 2 concentrates on an area of focus in Behavioral Health for MSW second year students. Inpatient and Partial Hospitalization practicum opportunities at KP’s Mental Health Center are expected August 2024. Social Medicine practicum opportunities expected 2025.
Associate Programming
Clinical supervision of Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapists, Professional Clinical Counselors, and Social Workers is offered in Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, and Social Medicine. Please visit KP Careers and search “Associate Therapist Psychiatric Counselor”, “Associate Addiction Medicine Therapist”, or “Medical Social Worker II – ASW” for competitive opportunities.