Career Center

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Employee Behavioral Health Clinician is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of case management services and counseling, and facilitation of support groups for employees with health related issues. The Employee Behavioral Health Clinician reports to the Director of Behavioral Health and the Director of Human Resources.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

* Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work

* One year of post MSW social casework

* Possession of a valid California license as a Clinical Social Worker

* Experience with crisis intervention services and use of case management techniques

* Public speaking ability

* Experience counseling individuals and families

* Valid California driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and personal transportation

* Preference for individuals with the ability to communicate in Spanish and English; verbal and written

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

* Conducts comprehensive intake interviews including medical and psychosocial assessment and development of treatment plans for clients in assigned service areas

* Provides counseling and case management services for individuals and families including clients with substance abuse and mental health problems

* Monitors client needs and service provision and conducts follow-up as needed

* Develops and maintains linkages with other health and social service agencies

* Develops and facilitates support groups for men, women, teens, parents and/or school-aged children

* Conducts and/or participates in assigned family unity meetings and workshops

* Provides client advocacy activities including coordination of services for medical and dental care, emotional and practical support, public assistance, community services, and mental health services

* Maintains client documentation in compliance with agency protocols

* Participates in case conference activities to coordinate care for clients

* Prepares written reports as assigned by supervisor

* Assists with the preparation of reports to funded sources as needed

* Performs other duties as assigned

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Knowledge of principles and practices of social work and counseling techniques

* Knowledge of community resources and referral agencies

* Knowledge of group dynamics

* Knowledge of office management principles and practices

* Skill in counseling

* Skill in interviewing and communicating to elicit information and cooperation from patients

* Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the public

* Skill in public speaking

* Skill in facilitating support groups

* Ability to write reports, correctly reflecting intervention and document progress

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

May require sitting for long periods of time; also stooping, bending and stretching for files and supplies. May require lifting up to 25 pounds. Vision must be correctable to 20/40 and hearing must be in the normal range for telephone contacts. Requires ability to drive to outreach areas for presentations and other activities.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in an office environment. Involves frequent contact with staff, patients and the public. Some extended workdays and weekends may be required. Work may be stressful at times. May require contact with individuals with communicable diseases. May encounter individuals who are violent, abusive and/or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

EOE