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The Clinician is responsible for managing treatment activities offered to the patient which may include facilitating therapeutic groups on patient units; conducting psychosocial assessments; compiling treatment plan elements within a multidisciplinary team and/or providing care, treatment, and services; collaboration and exchanging of information with the treatment team, external providers, collateral contacts, and/or managed care organizations; and implementation of the discharge planning process including completion of a thorough risk assessment and arranging for follow-up care and resources. Linkage and Discharge Planning: Mental health/recovery services, communication with County Liaison follow-up appointments, patient preferred pharmacy, identify support person, placement, verification of ID card, transportation, completion of continuing care plan, daily placement documentation, Administrative Day documentation, Temporary Conservatorship (T-Con) referrals, and Firearms Prohibition Form Mental Health Reporting System (MHRS) Report.

POSITION TITLE: Clinician – AMFT/ASW/LMFT/LCSWREPORTS TO (TITLE): Director of Clinical ServicesPay range: $40.23-$56.13Schedule: Friday-Tuesday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pmDESCRIPTION OF POSITION and KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:To provide quality case management and therapeutic services to patients and their families, to serve as a member of interdisciplinary team supporting the organization's treatment program and philosophy, and assure the deliverance of quality treatment to patients and their families. The Clinician is responsible for managing treatment activities offered to the patient which may include facilitating therapeutic groups on patient units; conducting psychosocial assessments; compiling treatment plan elements within a multidisciplinary team and/or providing care, treatment, and services; collaboration and exchanging of information with the treatment team, external providers, collateral contacts, and/or managed care organizations; and implementation of the discharge planning process including completion of a thorough risk assessment and arranging for follow-up care and resources. Supports with department training of on-boarding new clinicians to Clinical Services Department and participate in cross-training as needed to support patient care and coordination. Linkage and Discharge Planning:  Mental health/recovery services, communication with County Liaison follow-up appointments, patient preferred pharmacy, identify support person, placement, verification of ID card, transportation, completion of continuing care plan, daily placement documentation, Administrative Day documentation, Temporary Conservatorship (T-Con) referrals, and Firearms Prohibition Form Mental Health Reporting System (MHRS) Report.Requirements<a class="external" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener"></a><a class="external" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener"></a>Knowledge and Experience:<ul><li>Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, counseling psychology, mental health or a related field.</li><li>Must be licensed by or registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences; Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)/Associate Social Worker (ASW) and/or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)/Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT). </li><li>Preferred one (1) year direct clinical experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting.  Experience in patient assessment, risk and safety assessments, treatment planning, community resources, group and family therapy, family systems and communication, and coordination with external review organizations preferred.  Experience with severely mentally ill and discharge planning preferred. Familiarity with continuum of care and clinical terminology.  </li><li>Complete HWC (Handle with Care) during initial orientation period.</li><li>Complete CPR during initial orientation period.</li></ul>Skills and Abilities: <ul><li>Maintains confidentiality of patients at all times.</li><li>Sensitivity to and willingness to interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds.</li><li>Proficiency with software and/or equipment (Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).</li><li>Proficiency in documenting in an Electronic Medical Record (Best Care). </li><li>Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize projects, work relatively independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li></ul><ul><li>Good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively as well as possessing the skills to lead, influence, and motivate others. </li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding organization. </li></ul>Physical Requirements:   While performing the duties of this job, this position is frequently required to do the following:  <ul><li>Use standard office equipment and access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.   Use computer keyboard with manual and finger dexterity and wrist-finger speed sufficient to perform repetitive actions efficiently for extended periods of time.  </li><li>Communicate effectively in person, or via telephone, in a manner which can be understood by those with whom the person is speaking, including a diverse population.  </li><li>Give and follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail and accuracy.  </li><li>Perform complex mental functions and basic arithmetic functions; interpret complex laws, regulations, and policies; collect, interpret, and/or analyze complex data and information.</li><li>Vision: See details of objects at close range.</li><li>Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.  </li><li>Reach forward, up, down, and to the side.  </li><li>Sit or stand for minimum periods of one hour at a time and come and go from the work area repeatedly throughout the day.</li><li>Lift up to ten (10) pounds.</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Medical</li><li>Vision</li><li>Dental</li><li>401(k)</li><li>3.5 Weeks Paid Time Off</li><li>$25,000 Life insurance policy is provided at no charge to the employee</li></ul>

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