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STATUS: Fulltime / 37.5 hours per week / 1950 hours annually
SALARY: $33.00 to $38.00 D.O.E. plus health benefits after one month of employment / 2 weeks paid vacation, 12 sick days, 12 holidays and 1 floating personal day
AVAILABLE: Immediately
DEADLINE: Open until filled; interviews will take place as qualified applicants are received.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Required Employment Applications and instructions for submitting your application materials are available at www.rcaa.org A cover letter and resume with your application are required.
PLEASE NOTE: Not all applicants will be selected for interviews. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted regarding their status. Late applications (if a deadline is listed), incomplete applications or resumes without applications will not be accepted.
POSITION PURPOSE
Under the direction of the Community Services Division Director and the Youth Service Bureau Director, the Head of Clinical Services/Social Work Supervisor will assist with and oversee the coordination of a community-based, outpatient mental health services program for children, youth and adults.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Current and valid licensure with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS): Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or Psychologist
Must meet the current California BBS requirements and certification to provide clinical supervision to M.S., M.A. and MSW students and BBS registered clinical interns (ASW, APCC, AMFT)
Meet eligibility requirements to be a Beacon Behavioral Health provider in group practice under a credentialed agency
Experience completing diagnostic assessments, opening clients up to services and providing therapeutic services, group and individual psychotherapy to children, youth, adults and families
Experience with community based mental health outpatient services and philosophies
Possession and proof of current professional Malpractice coverage with minimal liability limits of 1M/5M, which will be maintained and have no gaps in coverage during employment
SALARY / EXEMPT POSITION
This position is considered salary/exempt from overtime according to The Department of Labor; and as such, may occasionally include extended hours into evenings and/or weekends. This position may also be subject to on-call response to emergency calls.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Specific Tasks:
This position will require flexibility and creativity in schedule and approach with a variety of clients and their individual needs
Build therapeutic rapport with clients and their extended support systems
Responsible for opening all clients into services, including but not limited to: diagnostic assessments, opening client documentation, coordinating with insurance agencies and verifying eligibility
Carry and maintain a clinical caseload of varied clientele and provide outpatient mental health services in a variety of settings: office, residences, shelter programs or in the community
o Clinical caseload to include: individual and family counseling/mediation, case management/brokerage, collateral, plan development, etc.
Mastery and timeliness with all clinical documentation
Provide daily clinical supervision, coordination of therapeutic services and facilitate case consultations with assigned clinical staff and interns
Schedule and facilitate staff trainings on topics relevant to providing clinical services
Oversight of Clinical charts: weekly review of clinical staffs progress notes and service activity logs, co-sign final documents for medical chart, maintain proper storage of confidential files
Facilitate and coordinate a monthly clinical audit and peer chart reviews
Coordinate with management to assist and prepare for site reviews, licensing, credentialing and audits
Develop and facilitate therapeutic groups with children, youth and adult clients as directed
Adhere to all federal, state and local laws regarding confidentiality, HIPAA and clients rights
Abide by and follow the American Counseling Associations code of conduct and professional ethics standards
Represent RCAA at community initiatives such as, but not limited to: the bi-monthly Mental Health organizational providers meeting, 0-8 Mental Health Collaborative Planning and Advisory Group, Beacon Behavioral Health Provider meetings and others as assigned
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge Of and Experience With:
Holistic, client centered, evidence based and trauma informed practices and community based outpatient mental health service models
Psychosocial and psychological assessment tools and their use with clients (standardized and mandated)
Mental health, psychiatry and human services resources and referral processes in Humboldt County
Humboldt Countys system of care
Cultural competency, homelessness, substance use disorders, complex and vicarious trauma, intergenerational poverty, child welfare services involvement, sex trafficking and abuse & neglect
Diagnostic criteria, service implementation strategies and assessment tools specific to children and transitional age youth
Effective clinical supervision practices with a focus on professional development
Case consultation approaches that are applicable to a wide range of staff with various levels of experience
Non-profit philosophies and sustainable programming
Behavioral health insurance protocols and procedures related to outpatient mental health services, pre-authorization processes, eligibility related to medical necessity and mental health billing and coding procedures
Non-clinical assessment tools (CANS, ACEs, Resiliency scales, skills inventory)
Microsoft Word and Excel, email programs and electronic encryption protocols for confidentiality, cell phone capabilities
Ability To:
Communicate clearly and efficiently, written and orally; and be competent in English grammar, punctuation and spelling.
Demonstrate good organizational skills and manage multiple tasks in an efficient manner.
Develop and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with co-workers, RCAA Agency staff, personnel of other agencies, funding source representatives, the local service population and with individuals contacted in the course of work
Show strong interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to individuals who may not share basic beliefs, including value systems and behavioral norms.
Maintain a professional, confidential work environment.
Establish and maintain personal and programmatic boundaries while providing support services.
Project professionalism and establish professional relationships and boundaries with clientele, agency staff, community providers, funders and partners
Adhere to professional standards including: RCAA Policies & Procedures and Code of Conduct & Ethics, American Counseling Associations Code of Conduct and the BBS Statues and Regulations Handbook
Work well under stressful situations and/or deadlines
Work independently to meet program standards, as well as cohesively in a team approach
Demonstrate cultural competency and relate with individuals of various cultures, ethnicity, non-English speaking persons, philosophical views, backgrounds, income levels and communication skills
Ensure and protect Agency, employee, program and client confidentiality and safety; and follow all protocols and procedures defined by this Agency and/or State and Federal laws to achieve this protection.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Possession and proof of current professional Malpractice coverage with minimal liability limits of 1M/5M, which will be maintained and have no gaps in coverage during employment
Must have means and capacity to perform job related duties with personal vehicle, as will be required, and must have proof of current automobile insurance
Possession of a valid California Drivers License with current DMV report and acceptable driving record
Submit to fingerprinting for criminal record clearance, background and child abuse index checks with acceptable results
Proof of current (within 1 year) negative TB test, or willingness to obtain one (residential)
Home telephone or other effective means of communication
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES
Employee must be able to provide the following with or without reasonable accommodation:
Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities to enable the employee to communicate effectively
Sufficient vision or other powers of observation to enable the employee to review a wide variety of materials in electronic or hard copy form
Sufficient manual dexterity to enable the employee to operate a personal computer, telephone, and other related equipment
Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes to enable the employee to safely lift, move or maneuver whatever may be necessary to successfully perform the duties of their position
Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes to enable the employee to efficiently function in their assigned work environment, including, where applicable, the operation of motorized vehicles and equipment
NOTE: This position is considered a safety-sensitiveĀ job and will be subject to RCAAs Substance/Alcohol AbuseĀ policy. This policy is included in the Policies and Procedures and a more detailed brochure is available from the Human Resources Department which further outlines the policy
RCAA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
