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Clinical Specialist – Children, Youth & Family Services
Location: Pierre, SD
Employment Category: Full-time
Employment Type: Hourly
Reports To: CYF Clinical Supervisor
Benefits: health, dental, and life insurance coverage; 401K participation; paid holidays; paid YMCA family membership; vacation and medical leave
Perquisites: continued education and certification opportunities; flexible work schedule; supportive team environment that promotes staff wellness and self-care
*CACS is a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) and South Dakota State Loan Repayment Program approved site which can provide opportunities for student loan reimbursement.
Position Description
The Clinical Specialist provides mental health support services to youth and their families as a part of a dynamic team. Opportunities to serve individuals, groups, and families. Client population served dependent on agency need with consideration for clinician preference and expertise.
Duties / Responsibilities:
Provide mental health support services for youth and families within an integrated system of care.
Work within a team including client’s family, supports, school, and other community entities.
Apply evidenced-based interventions according to strengths and needs of the youth/family.
Utilize culturally responsive approaches in working with diverse populations.
Complete comprehensive mental health assessments.
Develop, implement, and regularly review treatment plans.
Complete progress notes and other necessary documentation within Electronic Health Record (EHR) according to agency, state, and federal guidelines.
Coordinate client care with informal and formal supports.
Have knowledge of mental health diagnoses within the DSM-5-TR or its successor.
Knowledge of and ability to use Motivational Interviewing skills, Stages of Change.
Respond to crisis situations compassionately and appropriately.
Deliver services in home, community, office settings, or wherever necessary to best meet youth/family needs.
Participate and complete trainings relevant to the position, i.e. Mental Health First Aid.
Attend and participate in regular department meetings and supervision sessions.
Other relevant duties as assigned.
Required Skills / Abilities:
Ability to organize and prioritize daily schedule based on clients needs.
Adhere to HIPAA guidelines and confidentiality.
Be self-directive while also seeking clinical supervision when appropriate.
Maintain electronic calendars and manage workload effectively.
Demonstrate effective communication and organizational skills.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and colleagues.
Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Proficient in computer applications and related technology. Ability to use Outlook, Zoom, MS Teams, Excel, and electronic health records system.
Meet deadlines.
Follow all local, state, and federal laws.
Adhere to agency code of ethics, policies, and procedures.
May provide services in local or surrounding communities.
May need to use personal vehicle for work-related tasks when agency vehicles are unavailable.
Work hours may include some evening and weekend hours.
Must have a valid driver’s license and must provide proof of insurance.
Education and Experience:
Minimum of a bachelors degree in a human services / social sciences field with one year of relevant experience preferred.
Knowledge of mental health services with willingness to further develop skills and understanding.
Physical Requirements:
Requires periods of moving throughout the office and traveling to other locations within the community/designated coverage area.
Requires periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
**REQUIREMENT FOR ALL APPLICANTS:
Please include a cover letter and resume for this position. If you are unable to upload a document please enter your cover letter content in the Objective / Summary section, and your resume information in the Resume section.
Please include the following in your cover letter:
1. Why you are interested in this position.
2. How your past work experience/education has prepared you for this position.
**NOTICE TO APPLICANTS REGARDING WAGE RANGES:
The wage or salary range listed in this job posting reflects the full compensation range established for the position. Our agency follows a structured compensation strategy to ensure fair and competitive offers aligned with each candidate’s individual qualifications. The final starting wage for a selected candidate is based on a comprehensive evaluation of the following factors:
- Relevant years of experience
- Education beyond the minimum qualifications
- Relevant professional licenses or certifications
Please note that the upper end of the salary range reflects the compensation of the most tenured and highly experienced employees in this role, based on market data within the industry. It is not intended to represent the typical starting wage for new hires.
We appreciate your interest in joining our team and look forward to reviewing your application.