The Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker (Registered Associate CSW) - Healthy Steps Specialist (HSS) is a member of the interdisciplinary health care team, which functions to meet the objectives of the community medical center where they work. The Registered Associate CSW - HSS will provide services billable under the FQHC Guidelines. The Registered Associate CSW - HSS is knowledgeable regarding Birth-5, will provide a mental health evaluation, provide brief interventions, crisis management, community referrals and follow-ups as appropriate. The Registered Associate CSW - HSS will work toward building alliance with both internal and external partners to strengthen the family’s well-being and will be under the supervision of the Director of Behavioral Health Services and Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor.

Reports to: Director of Behavioral Health Services /Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor

Qualifications:

1.Active registration as a Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker in the State of California per the legal requirements under the Board of Behavioral Sciences. 

2.A minimum of 500 clinical hours of experience providing direct patient services in a medical environment, including working with adults, minors, adolescents, families in individual, group, and/or family therapy.

3.Demonstrate knowledge in Birth-5 work, attachment, assessing and work from a team-based approach.

4.Able to work a flexible schedule of 20 to 30 hours per week or full time as designated by position.

5.A working knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, and contemporary general office practices and procedures.

6.Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to communicate in large or small groups and public speaking skills.

7.A working knowledge of theories and interventions that are utilized to successfully work with patients in order to provide empathy, support, and encourage patients to initiate change.

8.Typing/data entry skills sufficient to meet production requirements.

9.Effective verbal and written communication skills to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and others. 

10.Effective work organization skills. 

11.Ability to work effectively as a team player.

12.Ability to be flexible and work in a changing environment.

13.Sensitivity to the different cultures represented among members and staff.

14.Demonstrated ability to listen and communicate with others in a professional and caring manner including sensitivity with individuals from diverse cultures and lifestyles.

15.Demonstrated ability to set priorities for tasks to work effectively in spite of interruptions and under minimal supervision. Self-starter, reliable and dependable.

16.Demonstrated proficiency with the electronic health record database within three months of attending training session(s).

17.Fluency in English (speak, read and write).

18.Fluency in Spanish (speak, translate, read and write) is preferred.

19.Ability to solve problems and make routine recommendations.

20.Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality about health care and other patient/client information.

21.Current California driver’s license, appropriate insurance coverage and a driving record acceptable to the NEVHC’s insurance carrier (if required to drive on the job).

Northeast Valley Health Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Northeast Valley Health Corporation complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.