Team Lead

Position Title : Team Lead Program : Journey to Wellness Classification : Non-exempt, Full Time Salary Range : $24-$36 per hour, commensurate on experience and certifications Summary and Range of Authority : Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the team lead provides treatment and relevant services to program clients in accordance with Intensive Case Management (ICM), Full Service Partnership (FSP) fidelity. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Conduct designated initial and ongoing screening, assessment and diagnosis, utilizing relevant tools such as ASAM and LOCUS. Develop problem lists and effective treatment strategies to identified client needs. Triage and assess clients, provide case management, family education/support, provide individual and group therapy. Provide education, crisis intervention, case management and supportive services to clients and families. Review and complete diagnosis interpretation for assessments, ensure problem lists are updated as clinically relevant. Provide linkages and referral services to clients as needs are identified throughout treatment, including during assessment and discharge. Document all the services rendered, in a timely manner, and in compliance with CalAim and other applicable requirements and standards. Maintain, at minimum, a productivity rate of 50% monthly. Drive clients to and from services and appointments as needed in personal vehicles. Participate in assigned staff meetings and required trainings. Abide by UPAC Code of Conduct and staff’s credential’s code of conduct/ethics. Utilize evidence-based practices, including, but not limited to Motivational Interviewing, Relapse Prevention, and Trauma Informed Care model. Provide culturally competent services. Work well with transitional age youth, immigrants, criminally justice involved, refugees, and other diverse client groups. Conduct effective outreach to promote program services as assigned. Provide all other related services required by statement of work for program and other duties as assigned. All the duties and responsibilities shall be delivered in compliance with CalAIM, County of San Diego BHS OPOH, DHCS State Certification Standards and other relevant regulations. Required Education, Certifications/Licenses Must be registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (e.g. Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, Associate Professional Clinical Counselor or Associate Clinical Social Worker). (OR) Registered/Certified by one of the DHCS-approved certifying organizations for Substance Use Counselor or Peer Support Specialists Minimum Experience and Qualifications Required Must have successful completion & maintenance of the San Diego County credentialing. If recovering,mustbe in recovery, no substance use,for at least 1 year. Must be free of probation or parole supervision for a minimum of one year. Experience in working with clients with mental health and substance use diagnoses. Ability to establish and maintain supportive relationships with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. Have knowledge and experience working with clients who have co-occurring disorders. Ability to work effectively with various referral sources including probation officers. Excellent organizational and time management skills as well as attention to detail; ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and successfully bring them to fruition. Ability to function well as a member of an interdisciplinary team through effective communication skills and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive or proprietary information or materials, abide by confidentiality laws such as HIPPA. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to work well under pressure. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must have flexibility to work some evening and weekend hours during scheduled client activities. Mustagree to a drug free work environment, including cannabis. Must have certified First Aid and CPR training (including infant CPR) and biennial Will not be debarred or excluded from participation in Federal programs by the General Services Administration and/or the Department of Health and Human Services of the Inspector General Must pass background check (Live Scan Fingerprint). Must be able to drive (when needed) for business purposes to other program locations in San Diego County. If employee drives his/her personal automobile for UPAC business, employee must have valid California driver’s license and comprehensive automobile insurance coverage, as required by law. Additional Preferred Education or Qualifications Bilingual or bicultural experience in a County of San Diego threshold language. Knowledge and experience of Full-Service Partnership (ACT and/or ICM), SmartCare and Welligent data systems. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Spends approximately 70% of work time sitting and meeting with others or working at a desk and/or computer. Spends approximately 30% of work time standing or walking within the work area or outside the office at meetings and events, also bends, twists, stoops and reaches. Ability to communicate in writing and verbally. Regularly required to sit and talk or hear. Frequently is required to use hands to touch, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds. Working conditions are normal for an office environment, event venues and a commercial kitchen. The noise level is usually moderate. UPAC Benefits Health & Wellness Employer paid vision, dental, life, AD&D, long-term disability, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Low-cost Aetna HMO heal plan ($50 monthly employee premium) Pet Insurance, voluntary life, critical illness, and accident insurance Paid Time Off Up to160 hours of PTO accrued per year during the first 5 years of employment 80 hours of sick leave available per fiscal year 13 paid holidays (including two days for New Year’s and Christmas) 1 floating holiday per fiscal year Bereavement Leave: 5 days off (3 paid) Workplace Flexibility Hybrid work schedule (available for select programs/positions) Financial Benefits 403 (b) retirement plan Free access to a financial advisor Bilingual pay differential (available for select programs) Eligibility for student loan reimbursement (varies by program/position) Professional Development Clinical supervision for registered associates, counselors, and peer support staff Partnerships with numerous universities/schools for internship placements #J-18808-Ljbffr