What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical SW/Professional Counselor: CCS position at COUNTY OF BROWN?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Brown County Health and Human Services offers exciting
challenges, personal growth opportunities and a chance to make a
difference, all while preserving a strong work-life balance. As an
employee, you will have the opportunity to serve youth and their
families within your own community. Come and see all that Brown County
has to offer! Our CCS unit is looking for a highly organized, adaptable
and team-oriented individual to join our team now! This position
assesses the clinical needs of youth enrolled in the Comprehensive
Community Services program and delivers age-appropriate evidence-based
treatment to individuals, groups, and families, through the provision of
counseling, psychotherapy, and psychoeducation. May provide education
and consultation regarding clinical issues to non-clinical staff.
Specific focus will be on clinical assessment, psychoeducation,
psychotherapy and direct intervention with youth and their families
using family systems approaches and other evidenced-based practices,
both in homes and community settings. A hybrid telework schedule may be
allowed after successful completion of the training period. Essential
Duties Serves As The Primary Psychotherapist And/or Mental Health
Professional for youth enrolled in the Comprehensive Community Services
program. Obtains and communicates accurate and timely reports of
consumer/patient status, progress, and needs to the rest of the CCS
treatment team. Demonstrates familiarity with patient and other rights,
assures their application in treatment provided Conducts psychosocial
histories and clinical assessments of need. Contributes to the
development and delivery of outcome-oriented treatment plans goals,
interventions, and objectives. Participates on interdisciplinary
treatment teams and provides individual and group psychotherapy to
youth, as well as family 1:1 parent psychoeducation as needed. Complies
with applicable county, state and federal guidelines related to the
provision of treatment and maintains accurate and timely documentation
according to applicable requirements, codes, policies, and standards.
Assists in the planning of additional or revised treatment approaches
and services as necessary. Assumes responsibility for and participates
in activities which assure evidence-based practice and further
professional growth and development. Demonstrates an understanding and
practice of dual diagnosis/co-occurring approaches for youth and
families and works with team members to address these issues. Attends
and positively contributes to staff meetings and department performance
overall. Attends in-service and outside agency training sessions as
appropriate. Maintains the confidential nature of client and business
information. Complies with Health and Human Services policies.
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Performs related functions as assigned. MATERIALS
AND EQUIPMENT USED: General office equipment Computer PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Lifting 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of
objects weight up to 10 pounds. Intermittent standing, walking, and
sitting; occasional driving. Using hand(s)/feet for repetitive single
grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, and operating
controls. Occasional bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, reaching,
and grappling. Communicating orally in a clear manner. Distinguishing
sounds at various frequencies and volumes. Distinguishing people or
objects at varied distances under a variety of light conditions. Must be
free from communicable disease. The position description should not be
interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major
responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbents may be
Requested To Perform Job-related Responsibilities And Tasks Other Than
those stated in this description. \*There may be an occasional request
for flexibility in work hours Mon-Thurs between 7am-7pm to accommodate
team meetings or the apy sessions. Ability to be flexible in the hours
of work with core business hours being, Mon-Thurs: 7:30am-5:00pm and
Fri: 7:30am-11:30am. No weekends or on-call required for this position.
Brown County is an E-Verify employer. Click the links below for more
information.
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/E-Verify Participation Poster(1).pdf
(Download PDF reader)
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/IER Right to Work Poster.pdf
(Download PDF reader) \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of psychopathology, psychopharmacology, and psychotherapeutic
techniques and evidence-based practices. Knowledge of alcohol and other
drug abuse dynamics, programs, and treatment methodology. Knowledge of
applicable laws (DHS 36 and Chapter 48 and 51). Knowledge of community
human services resources. Ability to assess clinical needs of youth and
families in the areas of mental health and addiction disorders and
determine treatment needs. Ability to form positive relationships and
engage consumers and their families in treatment approaches. Ability to
establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff
and the public. Ability to be decisive and to make sound decisions under
the pressure of crisis or emergency situations. Ability to work
independently. Ability to maintain emotional stability in stressful
working situations. Ability to accept and constructively use
professional feedback. Ability to communicate effectively both orally
and in writing. Ability to maintain records and reports timely and
accurately. Ability to use independent judgment in decision making.
Ability to work the required hours of the position, which is 37.5 hours
weekly, with up to two evenings per week based upon the needs of the CCS
consumers/families. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty
challenges, personal growth opportunities and a chance to make a
difference, all while preserving a strong work-life balance. As an
employee, you will have the opportunity to serve youth and their
families within your own community. Come and see all that Brown County
has to offer! Our CCS unit is looking for a highly organized, adaptable
and team-oriented individual to join our team now! This position
assesses the clinical needs of youth enrolled in the Comprehensive
Community Services program and delivers age-appropriate evidence-based
treatment to individuals, groups, and families, through the provision of
counseling, psychotherapy, and psychoeducation. May provide education
and consultation regarding clinical issues to non-clinical staff.
Specific focus will be on clinical assessment, psychoeducation,
psychotherapy and direct intervention with youth and their families
using family systems approaches and other evidenced-based practices,
both in homes and community settings. A hybrid telework schedule may be
allowed after successful completion of the training period. Essential
Duties Serves As The Primary Psychotherapist And/or Mental Health
Professional for youth enrolled in the Comprehensive Community Services
program. Obtains and communicates accurate and timely reports of
consumer/patient status, progress, and needs to the rest of the CCS
treatment team. Demonstrates familiarity with patient and other rights,
assures their application in treatment provided Conducts psychosocial
histories and clinical assessments of need. Contributes to the
development and delivery of outcome-oriented treatment plans goals,
interventions, and objectives. Participates on interdisciplinary
treatment teams and provides individual and group psychotherapy to
youth, as well as family 1:1 parent psychoeducation as needed. Complies
with applicable county, state and federal guidelines related to the
provision of treatment and maintains accurate and timely documentation
according to applicable requirements, codes, policies, and standards.
Assists in the planning of additional or revised treatment approaches
and services as necessary. Assumes responsibility for and participates
in activities which assure evidence-based practice and further
professional growth and development. Demonstrates an understanding and
practice of dual diagnosis/co-occurring approaches for youth and
families and works with team members to address these issues. Attends
and positively contributes to staff meetings and department performance
overall. Attends in-service and outside agency training sessions as
appropriate. Maintains the confidential nature of client and business
information. Complies with Health and Human Services policies.
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Performs related functions as assigned. MATERIALS
AND EQUIPMENT USED: General office equipment Computer PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Lifting 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of
objects weight up to 10 pounds. Intermittent standing, walking, and
sitting; occasional driving. Using hand(s)/feet for repetitive single
grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, and operating
controls. Occasional bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, reaching,
and grappling. Communicating orally in a clear manner. Distinguishing
sounds at various frequencies and volumes. Distinguishing people or
objects at varied distances under a variety of light conditions. Must be
free from communicable disease. The position description should not be
interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major
responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbents may be
Requested To Perform Job-related Responsibilities And Tasks Other Than
those stated in this description. \*There may be an occasional request
for flexibility in work hours Mon-Thurs between 7am-7pm to accommodate
team meetings or the apy sessions. Ability to be flexible in the hours
of work with core business hours being, Mon-Thurs: 7:30am-5:00pm and
Fri: 7:30am-11:30am. No weekends or on-call required for this position.
Brown County is an E-Verify employer. Click the links below for more
information.
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/E-Verify Participation Poster(1).pdf
(Download PDF reader)
https://www.browncountywi.gov/i/f/files/Human-Resources/IER Right to Work Poster.pdf
(Download PDF reader) \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of psychopathology, psychopharmacology, and psychotherapeutic
techniques and evidence-based practices. Knowledge of alcohol and other
drug abuse dynamics, programs, and treatment methodology. Knowledge of
applicable laws (DHS 36 and Chapter 48 and 51). Knowledge of community
human services resources. Ability to assess clinical needs of youth and
families in the areas of mental health and addiction disorders and
determine treatment needs. Ability to form positive relationships and
engage consumers and their families in treatment approaches. Ability to
establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff
and the public. Ability to be decisive and to make sound decisions under
the pressure of crisis or emergency situations. Ability to work
independently. Ability to maintain emotional stability in stressful
working situations. Ability to accept and constructively use
professional feedback. Ability to communicate effectively both orally
and in writing. Ability to maintain records and reports timely and
accurately. Ability to use independent judgment in decision making.
Ability to work the required hours of the position, which is 37.5 hours
weekly, with up to two evenings per week based upon the needs of the CCS
consumers/families. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty