B.H. CLINICIAN I/II/III

About the Department

Position Duties

• The ideal candidate possesses the following skills: Within scope of licensure, education, and experience: assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, case management, crisis intervention, and psychotherapeutic modalities Principles, practices and techniques of psychotherapy, substance use disorder treatment within a variety of modalities, and evidence based practices Federal, State, and Local regulations related to the practice and procedures for mental health and substance use disorders including HIPAA, HITECH, and 42 CFR Culturally competent recovery and resiliency oriented care Medical terminology related to mental health and substance use disorder assessment and treatment Psychiatric medications Principles of individual and group behavior Ability to : Effectively assess and treat clients Establish and maintain the confidence and cooperation of clients, co-workers, and others from a variety of socio-economic, racial, ethnic, and other diverse backgrounds and orientations Work effectively in a demanding environment with a multi-disciplinary team Apply existing laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures to behavioral health department operations Communicate effectively both verbally and in written form Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services in the Electronic Health Record Foster a spirit of teamwork and support when interacting with staff and others Maintain a safe and orderly work environment Education and Experience Unless noted otherwise, licensure/registration must be held at time of application and maintained throughout employment. Behavioral Health Clinician I : Master's Degree in a counseling or related field, and proof of intern registration application with the Board of Behavioral Sciences, or Board of Psychology. Proof of active intern registration must be presented in order to complete the initial probationary period. Behavioral Health Clinician II : Master's Degree in a counseling or related field, and proof of active intern registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences, or Board of Psychology; and equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience, post-Master's degree, in providing direct services to individuals and/or families. Behavioral Health Clinician III : Current active and unrestricted California license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, or Psychologist, AND two (2) years of full-time experience, after obtaining master’s degree, in providing direct services to individuals and/or families.