Clinician I/ II

Job Details: Level: Experienced | Location: Long Beach, CA 90806 | Position Type: Full Time | Salary Range: $28.00 - $40.33 Hourly | Job Shift: Day Clinician I Job Summary Under general supervision of the Program Director the Clinician I has the responsibility of assessing, diagnosing and identifying the appropriate level of patient care by conducting a comprehensive American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) assessment and/or an Initial Triage Assessments (ITA) and participate in treatment plan development. Major Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities Performs culturally competent comprehensive assessments, identifies appropriate diagnoses and develops a treatment plan within the required time frame. Provides guidance, consultation and approval of their assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans and progress notes. Maintains detailed client record documentation, progress notes and treatment reviews. Participates as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, providing clinical input related to client diagnosis and recommended treatment plans; consults with staff to review client cases and medication issues. Demonstrates knowledge and competency in substance abuse and co‑occurring disorder treatment; is sensitive and responsive to cultural differences among the agency's client population. May carry a caseload and conduct individual/group sessions including family education groups. Regularly meets and maintains the agency's expected productivity goal. Makes and monitors appropriate referrals when necessary. Supports the orientation and training of staff and interns. Actively participates in continuous quality improvement efforts and peer review functions. Consults with and serves as liaison with community agencies, school personnel, parents, and other programs and services to evaluate community health needs and services; advocates and educates on needs of specific clients. Makes presentations to community and other groups outside the facility. Clinician Competencies and Performance Expectations Assess and re‑assess client status and make accurate diagnosis and develop appropriate treatment plans. Analyze crisis situations promptly and concisely to facilitate appropriate treatment and referrals. Present client history and behavioral impressions for further review. Prepare detailed case summaries and documentation and maintain accurate client records in compliance with local, state and federal rules and regulations. Provide education, consultation and in‑service trainings for staff. Protect clients' rights and provide advocacy for all clients. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other therapists, county staff, referral agencies, physicians and the public. Clinician II Job Summary Under general supervision of the Program Director, the Clinician II has responsibility for a psychiatric caseload of adolescents, transitional age youth and/or adults. Major Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities Complete all intake documentation, including required LA County DMH forms (e.g., consent for treatment, patients' rights, ROI’s, transfer of coordination if applicable, payer financial information, etc.). Performs culturally competent comprehensive DMH assessment, identifies appropriate diagnoses and develops client coordination care plans within the required time frame. Maintains detailed client record documentation of caseload records; prepares intake and discharge summaries, progress notes and treatment reviews. Conducts individual and group psychotherapy sessions. Participates as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, providing clinical input related to client diagnosis and recommended coordination plans; consults with psychiatric staff to review client cases and medication issues. Assures that outcomes are completed and submitted timely and accurately. Provides transportation for clients as required. Clinician II Competencies and Performance Expectations Maintain a valid BBS registration to practice as an ACSW or MFTI in California. Assess client mental status and make accurate diagnosis and effective client care coordination plans. Analyze crisis situations promptly and concisely to facilitate appropriate treatment and referrals. Conduct mental health education and training programs. Evaluate clients for medication referrals and present client history and behavioral impressions to psychiatrist for further review. Prepare detailed case summaries and documentation and maintain accurate client records in compliance with local, state and federal rules and regulations. Protect clients' rights and provide advocacy for the mentally ill. Coordinate emergency psychiatric support services efforts with appropriate county, community, school, hospital and other involved agencies. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other therapists, county staff, schools, referral agencies, physicians and the public. Utilize the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for performing diagnoses. Regularly meet agency productivity goals. Enter client notes within the required timeframe. Qualifications Master's degree in related field, MFT or MSW licensed or waived. (BBS registered) Must have a valid California driver's license and liability insurance when driving personal vehicle on business. Must possess knowledge of: Principles and practices of community behavioral treatment, including interviewing, assessment, individual, family and group counseling. General psychiatric emergency intervention, diagnosis and brief and long‑term therapy methods. Principles of adult and child psychology. Laws and regulations related to Title 22, 42 CFR, clients' rights, voluntary or involuntary treatment and commitment for treatment including criteria for commitment. Community resources and agencies providing support services for the mentally ill and/or persons with co‑occurring disorders. Medical recordkeeping and documentation including client charting. Medicaid regulations and documentation for medical necessity. Vision, hearing, manual dexterity and eye‑hand coordination must be adequate for the performance of job duties. Able to sit at desk, use keyboard, write and physically perform other job duties. Able to move about the facility to observe clients and staff. Specific qualifications that may vary by assignment. The supervisor will initial those items on the following list, which apply, and write N/A to indicate those qualifications that are not applicable: California driver’s license Personal vehicle with liability insurance for reimbursable mileage First Aid certification, to be obtained within 90 days of employment and maintained thereafter. CPR certification, to be obtained within 90 days of employment and maintained thereafter. Develop computer skills adequate to perform job duties within 90 days of employment. Bi‑cultural, bi‑lingual (specify) Experience with special populations (specify) Other (specify) The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements which may be inherent in the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr