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Behavioral Health Care Clinician I and II: DEFINITION Under
Location:
Sutter Creek, CA
Description:
Behavioral Health Care Clinician I and II:DEFINITIONUnder direction performs a range of therapeutic assignments related to behavioral health services, including intake and assessment, the design and implementation of personalized treatment plans, and psychotherapy for adults, children and/or older adults, as applicable by professional licensing law, in order to meet the needs of consumers and/or families with mental or substance use disorders; and are assigned other work duties, as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThis is the journey and licensed level of the Clinician series. Positions in this class include the licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) or Associate (AMFT), the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Associate (ACSW) and the Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or Associate (APCC). LPPC and APCC must have additional training for couples and families. The Behavioral Health Clinician II class has responsibility for performing, within the scope of licensure, the full array of psychotherapy and counseling for individual consumers, families, and groups that may exhibit a variety of mental health and related disorders in a clinic setting. Incumbents are be required to perform 24/7 crisis - including 24/7 mobile response, intervention services when necessary to ensure coverage, requiring response within one hour to the designated location. Assignments range from average difficulty to very complex and may include overseeing the work of students and associates through clinical supervision. REPORTS TOBehavioral Health Program Manager or Behavioral Health Director.CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISEDExercises no supervision. May provide training to other staff.Behavioral Health Care Clinician III:DEFINITIONUnder general direction to plan, organize, and assist with clinical supervision for assigned staff and Mental Health programs; to provide mental health counseling and treatment for mentally and emotionally disturbed children, adults, and families; to assist with service development, review, and evaluation; and to do related work as required.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThis class is for a lead clinical position in the Health Services Department – Behavioral Health Division. It is responsible for assisting with the coordination and staff leadership of a professional staff which provides mental health and drug/alcohol counseling services. The incumbent also provides mental health and drug/alcohol services to emotionally disturbed children, adults, and families. Responsibilities also include supervision and provision of crisis intervention services which include 24/7 on call ability. REPORTS TOBehavioral Health Program Manager or Behavioral Health Director.CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISEDMay provide training to other staff. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed. Provides direct and indirect behavioral health services to a varied caseload of patients in outpatient clinics, homes, schools and community settings; functions as a member of multidisciplinary teams in the provision of assessment, treatment planning, therapy and case management services.Performs interviews of consumers, relatives, and other involved persons to gather personal and social data relevant to assessing mental or emotional disorders.Develops service plans with consumers.Evaluates and documents psychological, economic, vocational, educational, physical, health, socialization, and housing needs and coordinates with other staff members (psychiatrists, clinical supervisors, and program managers).Assists the consumers and other concerned individuals in understanding the nature of major psychological illnesses and their psychosocial effects, and choosing options of mental health treatment.Initiates and conducts brief therapy with individuals, groups, and families.Works with treatment team in developing and implementing interventions including case management.Establishes and maintains effective contacts with local area mental health resources including community members, parents, schools, residential facilities and other agencies/organizations.Provide on-call services evenings, weekends and holidays as assigned - including 24/7 mobile crisis response.Perform specialized tasks including risk assessment and intervention during normal business hours or after hours, and/or involuntary hospitalization procedures (W&I 5150).Participates in a variety of meetings, training sessions, conferences and presentations; promotes community education and information on behavioral health issues.May provide guidance to volunteers and staff.Acts as a casework consultant to other clinical team members and other departmental staff.At the licensed level, within the scope of licensure, LEVEL II may provide clinical supervision to students and associates.Coordinates clinical decisions in response to operational demands.Conducts clinical discussions regarding complex and/or difficult cases.Coordinates the flow of information and clinical data to ensure continuity in treatment and/or shift.Serves as liaison with other community services, and collateral agencies.Performs related work as required, which may include but is not limited to preparing correspondence and reports, copying and filing documents, answering telephone, ordering supplies and materials, entering computer data, maintaining logs and lists, sending and receiving faxes, processing mail, etc. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONSBehavioral Health Care Clinician I and II: Knowledge of: Psychological aspects of physical and emotional disturbances and mental deficiencies.Characteristics of emotional and mental disorders including their effect on the individual in the community.Criteria for making diagnostic decisions.Crisis intervention counseling.Mental health local community resources and community support systems.Principles of clinical interviewing and methods of recording consumer information.Individual licensing law and the scope of professional practice governed by the same.Laws, rules, and regulations of publicly operated health and welfare programs.Principles and techniques for conducting biopsychosocial assessments. Ability to: Work effectively and cooperatively as a member of a Integrated Recovery Team.Effectively apply the principles and techniques of clinical therapy, including a variety of treatment modalities.Analyze consumer behavior and apply treatment or counseling techniques in a coordinated care social rehabilitation environment.Speak and write effectively.Provide crisis intervention.Prepare clear and concise reports and interpret data.Work effectively with a multicultural consumer and family population with diverse backgrounds and needs.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with consumers, their families, other staff members, and mental health organizations/ agencies and the behavioral health administrative team.Provide work direction and training to staff.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other professionals and to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.Communicate the goals and objectives of the County’s behavioral health services to members of the community and other interested individuals. Behavioral Health Care Clinician III: Knowledge of: Principles, procedures, techniques, and trends for the counseling, therapy, and guidance of persons in mental health programs.Therapeutic treatment methods and procedures in the mental health field.State, Federal, and local laws, regulations, and requirements for the provision of mental health services and programs.Community organizations.The scope and activities of public and private agencies in the mental health field.Treatment research, development, and implementation.Quality Assurance practices and standards.Crisis counseling principles, methods and techniques. Ability to: Plan, schedule, coordinate, develop, and evaluate an assigned clinical service program.Perform skilled counseling and conduct individual and group therapy session. Analyze case information and reach sound diagnostic and treatment decisions.Develop and maintain confidence and cooperation of emotionally disturbed patients and their families.Interpret and apply complex mental health program rules, regulations and policies.Prepare clear, relevant and accurate reports.Develop and present public presentations.Enforce Quality Assurance standards. Effectively represent the Behavioral Health Department in contacts with clients, the public and other agencies.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other agencies, and the public. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination of training which would likely provide the required knowledge and experience is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:TRAINING AND LICENSINGBehavioral Health Care Clinician I, II, and III: Possession of a master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, counseling or appropriate related field, received from an accredited institution. Behavioral Health Care Clinician III: and three (3) years of post-master experience in a clinical setting.Behavioral Health Care Clinician I: Registration by the by the California State Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as a Associate Marriage Family Therapist (AMFT), an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) or an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC).Must actively seek licensure, remain under clinical supervision until licensed, accrue hours until required number are completed, take required examinations when permitted and complete licensure within one 6 year cycle / BBS number.Behavioral Health Care Clinician II and III: Licensure by the California State Board of Behavioral Science Examiners (BBSE) as either a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW); Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or the Board of Clinical Psychologists.Note: Loss of State BBSE registration or licensure shall result in termination or reassignment, if such a vacancy exists and the incumbent meets the minimum requirements for the vacant position. Special Requirements: The State Public Health Officer of California has issued an order on August 5, 2021 requiring all workers who provide services or work in Health Care facilities, which would include the Behavioral Health Department, to be vaccinated. Employees in these departments must be fully vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination or provide a qualified Medical Reasons Exemption or Religious Exemption. Additionally, the Public Health Order of February 22, 2022 requires employees in these departments to have a booster dose, if eligible.recblid ai122hawpba2719oz7l3mzti40p5he
Company:
Amador County Human Resources
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