What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Clinician I - AB109 position at SAN FERNANDO VALLEY COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER INC?
ID# 31241A - Provide on-site and field based direct and indirect services including psychiatric assessment, plan development, case management, and crisis intervention services. Be part of multi-disciplinary treatment team that works with referred AB109 clients to address stability and mental health needs. Receive referrals from Department of Mental Health HUB AB109/Community Integration Program, and act as resource and liaison with AB109 referred clients. Must have knowledge of DSM-V diagnostic system.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide direct and indirect client services.
Conduct clinical and case management assessment and evaluation of individuals recently
released from Twin Towers, on probation, who have a mental illness. Determine individual's strengths, needs and resources. Assess client's level of psychosocial impairment, self-care potential, family and support network availability, independent living needs, financial status, educational, employment or training needs, and social/recreational needs. Develop and coordinate service plans, including Treatment Plan.
Complete all documentation within mandated time frames and in compliance with
County, State, and Center guidelines.
Assist clients in developing independent living skills, and resources including
social/recreational, vocational or educational goals, needed to implement and achieve
goals of the individual treatment plan.
Transports clients to and from appropriate service as necessary and accordingly to the Center Safety Guidelines.
Provide crisis intervention support. Provide support and assistance in problem resolution.
Will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, participate in staff and clinical
meetings and community meetings as assigned.
Liaison with the County of Los Angeles Probation Department HUBS to engage client at referral intake.
Will perform other duties as necessary.
EDUCATION:
The ideal candidate must have master's degree in field of social work, counseling, psychology or related field. Registered intern with the Board of Behavioral Sciences.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of two years experience in behavioral health care; experience with
Forensic chronic mentally ill preferred. Knowledge of DSM-V required. Co-Occurring Chemical dependency/mental health experience preferred.
Must act in accordance with all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 and related state law confidentiality requirements. Must successfully complete the Center’s HIPAA training, pass the HIPAA test, and receive the Certification of Compliance.
Must have a current/valid California driver license, a good driving record and must be insurable by Center’s insurance company.
Bilingual, Spanish preferred.
We offer:
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$4K sign On Bonus
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$2K for bilingual bonus
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Experience working with a diverse, respectful and trauma informed workplace culture client population
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A team-oriented work environment
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Training opportunities
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Excellent compensation and benefits
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Paid time Off - 12 holidays; generous sick and vacation time
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Health care, dental, life insurance, 403b retirement
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Career Development
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Professional licensure assistance within two years
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You will contribute providing direct crisis intervention, support families requiring help.
Salary : $64,480 - $66,480