What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinician - Jefferson County Youth Crisi position at Wisconsin Community Services, Inc.?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Essential Functions: Interview, assess, screen, and
approve admissions of youth for services at YCSF. Assist with admissions
process on site, assisting families with paperwork completion and
orientation of youth to the program. Supervise the youth coordinator,
providing weekly individual supervision, review and sign off on youth
care plans and service recommendations/resources. Facilitate treatment
and value-added groups for the youth including but not limited to DBT
skills, sex education, healthy relationships, cultural awareness,
substance use, independent living and life skills for 8 youth across the
gender spectrum, ages 10-17 years old. Provide daily (more frequently as
needed) 1:1 individual therapy session following treatment plans
utilizing a variety of therapeutic approaches in the spirit of DBT.
Complete assessments to develop youth care plans including stabilization
and safety plans. Provide DBT training and coaching to the direct care
staff by engaging in activities/programming to role model and teach DBT
skills to both youth and staff. Provide weekly clinical supervision to
Youth Treatment Specialists in the YCSF program per DHS 34 requirements.
Engage in monthly peer review with clinical supervisor per DHS 50.
Participate as a member of the medical peer review committee per DHS 50.
Participate in consultation teams both as a team member and as a
facilitator for program staff to assist in monitoring the fidelity of
the milieu group therapy. Participate in weekly consultation, training
and supervision on the integrated treatment model. Conduct daily risk
assessments to ensure the youth are safe and not a risk to themselves or
others. Coordinate with Jefferson County Crisis Services as needed. Work
collaboratively with child and family team to implement a comprehensive
treatment plan outlining each youth\'s identified target behaviors.
Attend court hearings as needed to provide updates and advocate for
youth. Work on-call to ensure clinical needs of youth are being met and
provide clinical guidance to staff during crisis after hours. Document
all interactions in the electronic medical record SecurManage. Engage
with youth\'s support network and participate in family engagement
initiatives. Attend psychiatric medical appointments and assist in
medication administration. Keep appropriate documentation for all
funding sources. Maintaining resident record files in accordance with
YCSF certification, Department and Health Services (DHS) 50 and 34 to
ensure all records are updated and complete. Uphold and promote a
positive and supportive culture for youth and staff. Maintain
confidentiality within all written and verbal communications Other
Duties and Responsibilities: Provide coverage and direct service to
youth as needed. Other job-related duties as may be necessary to carry
out the responsibilities of the position. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE
AND QUALIFICATIONS: Job Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, and
Abilities: Working knowledge of positive child/youth development;
patience and understanding of difficult life situations; the ability to
interact with escalating youth and/or parents in a calm and professional
manner; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to
respond appropriately in crisis situations; proficient with Microsoft
Word and Excel; perform basic computer functions; uses time efficiently
and effectively; ability to multi-task; sensitivity towards cultural,
ethnic and disability needs. Minimal Qualifications: A master\'s degree
in a social work, psychology, or a behavioral science field. Training
license as an Advanced Practice Social Worker, Licensed Professional
Counselor In-Training, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
In-Training required, full licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social
Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family
Therapist Preferred. Two Years Field Work Experience Or Employment
experience working with children or families with significant life
needs. Working knowledge of computer applications preferred (Windows and
Microsoft Word). Ability to display cultural competence by responding
respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, languages,
classes, races, ethnic backgrounds, religions and other diversity
factors in a manner that recognizes, affirms and values the worth of
each client. Knowledge and skills to work with population age 10-17.
Valid driver\'s license, automobile, and insurance sufficient to meet
agency requirements. Meet all the employee requirements including
references, criminal background check, drug test, and driver\'s license
check. Other Job Information (if applicable): Work Relationship and
Scope: Reports directly to the Program Director. Has contact with a wide
variety of individuals including youth and family members, other program
staff, vendors, and other collateral contacts, neighbors, funders,
Jefferson County Department of Health and Human Services, court
officials, the Department of Health and Human Services, Public School
staff and administrators, staff of youth serving agencies, and the
community. Personal Attributes: Follow agency Code of Conduct and
Leadership Code of Conduct; adhere to established policies and
procedures of the agency and of all funding sources; conduct self in an
ethical manner; maintain professional and respectful relationships with
program staff, other WCS staff, youth and all external persons and
agencies involved with service provision; sensitivity toward cultural,
ethnic and disability needs; demonstrate commitment to agency values and
mission. Working Conditions: State Certified Youth Crisis Stabilization
Facility (YCSF) Local Travel As Required Fulfilling Essential Functions
of the position. Ability to take rotational 24-hour supervisory call
responsibilities. Ability to serve youth who have experienced a great
deal of trauma \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://tinyurl.com/mr2rvdmu
approve admissions of youth for services at YCSF. Assist with admissions
process on site, assisting families with paperwork completion and
orientation of youth to the program. Supervise the youth coordinator,
providing weekly individual supervision, review and sign off on youth
care plans and service recommendations/resources. Facilitate treatment
and value-added groups for the youth including but not limited to DBT
skills, sex education, healthy relationships, cultural awareness,
substance use, independent living and life skills for 8 youth across the
gender spectrum, ages 10-17 years old. Provide daily (more frequently as
needed) 1:1 individual therapy session following treatment plans
utilizing a variety of therapeutic approaches in the spirit of DBT.
Complete assessments to develop youth care plans including stabilization
and safety plans. Provide DBT training and coaching to the direct care
staff by engaging in activities/programming to role model and teach DBT
skills to both youth and staff. Provide weekly clinical supervision to
Youth Treatment Specialists in the YCSF program per DHS 34 requirements.
Engage in monthly peer review with clinical supervisor per DHS 50.
Participate as a member of the medical peer review committee per DHS 50.
Participate in consultation teams both as a team member and as a
facilitator for program staff to assist in monitoring the fidelity of
the milieu group therapy. Participate in weekly consultation, training
and supervision on the integrated treatment model. Conduct daily risk
assessments to ensure the youth are safe and not a risk to themselves or
others. Coordinate with Jefferson County Crisis Services as needed. Work
collaboratively with child and family team to implement a comprehensive
treatment plan outlining each youth\'s identified target behaviors.
Attend court hearings as needed to provide updates and advocate for
youth. Work on-call to ensure clinical needs of youth are being met and
provide clinical guidance to staff during crisis after hours. Document
all interactions in the electronic medical record SecurManage. Engage
with youth\'s support network and participate in family engagement
initiatives. Attend psychiatric medical appointments and assist in
medication administration. Keep appropriate documentation for all
funding sources. Maintaining resident record files in accordance with
YCSF certification, Department and Health Services (DHS) 50 and 34 to
ensure all records are updated and complete. Uphold and promote a
positive and supportive culture for youth and staff. Maintain
confidentiality within all written and verbal communications Other
Duties and Responsibilities: Provide coverage and direct service to
youth as needed. Other job-related duties as may be necessary to carry
out the responsibilities of the position. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE
AND QUALIFICATIONS: Job Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, and
Abilities: Working knowledge of positive child/youth development;
patience and understanding of difficult life situations; the ability to
interact with escalating youth and/or parents in a calm and professional
manner; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to
respond appropriately in crisis situations; proficient with Microsoft
Word and Excel; perform basic computer functions; uses time efficiently
and effectively; ability to multi-task; sensitivity towards cultural,
ethnic and disability needs. Minimal Qualifications: A master\'s degree
in a social work, psychology, or a behavioral science field. Training
license as an Advanced Practice Social Worker, Licensed Professional
Counselor In-Training, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
In-Training required, full licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social
Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family
Therapist Preferred. Two Years Field Work Experience Or Employment
experience working with children or families with significant life
needs. Working knowledge of computer applications preferred (Windows and
Microsoft Word). Ability to display cultural competence by responding
respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, languages,
classes, races, ethnic backgrounds, religions and other diversity
factors in a manner that recognizes, affirms and values the worth of
each client. Knowledge and skills to work with population age 10-17.
Valid driver\'s license, automobile, and insurance sufficient to meet
agency requirements. Meet all the employee requirements including
references, criminal background check, drug test, and driver\'s license
check. Other Job Information (if applicable): Work Relationship and
Scope: Reports directly to the Program Director. Has contact with a wide
variety of individuals including youth and family members, other program
staff, vendors, and other collateral contacts, neighbors, funders,
Jefferson County Department of Health and Human Services, court
officials, the Department of Health and Human Services, Public School
staff and administrators, staff of youth serving agencies, and the
community. Personal Attributes: Follow agency Code of Conduct and
Leadership Code of Conduct; adhere to established policies and
procedures of the agency and of all funding sources; conduct self in an
ethical manner; maintain professional and respectful relationships with
program staff, other WCS staff, youth and all external persons and
agencies involved with service provision; sensitivity toward cultural,
ethnic and disability needs; demonstrate commitment to agency values and
mission. Working Conditions: State Certified Youth Crisis Stabilization
Facility (YCSF) Local Travel As Required Fulfilling Essential Functions
of the position. Ability to take rotational 24-hour supervisory call
responsibilities. Ability to serve youth who have experienced a great
deal of trauma \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://tinyurl.com/mr2rvdmu