Behavioral Health Clinician

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Behavioral Health Division serves clients under multiple programs

* Pathway Forward - (CBT focused services to adults on probation)
* School Based Outpatient Program (SBOP)
* Adult and Older Adults
* Children, Youth and Families Outpatient Continuum Program

POSITION SUMMARY

The Behavioral Health Billing Specialist will perform a variety of complex
clerical and accounting functions for timely billing for behavioral health
services, including verification of Medical information, maintenance of billing
records, and resolution of a variety of problems. Auditing different functions
of the Billing Department.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Behavioral Health Clinician will provide individual and family therapy to
clients; collaborate with the team.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE CLNICAL SERVICES PROGRAM

*  Provide individual, family and group therapy to clients
* Work closely with the Program Manager and Sr. Director of BH
* Maintain documentation per Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Division and
Catholic Charities standards in the data system.
* Work with clients dealing with trauma, behavioral and mental health issues,
dual diagnosis or addictions, justice system, and adults with cognitive and
other disabilities.
* Provide appropriate community resources and consultation with the client
regarding those resources to accomplish their goals.
* Collaborate with the probation department serving justice involved adults and
older adults
* Provide individual, couples and family therapy to adults, children and
families.
* Crisis intervention and create safety plans with the client.
* Collaborate with the case manager, schools, psychiatrist, and other agencies
for additional resources.
* Conduct intake, and assessment, create treatment plans, diagnose and document
according to DSM V-TR
* Engage clients using evidence-based practices, Trauma-Informed CBT,
Person-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing (MI) and other
modalities to reduce trauma symptoms and provide coping skills to improve
family functioning.
* Attend all necessary staff meetings to facilitate client services
coordination and collaboration.
* Assist the psychiatrist in appointments
* Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

* Maintain a minimum caseload of 20-25 cases to manage expected productivity
each month
* Conduct outreach to generate referrals and present programs in the community
* Meet with clients at a minimum of a weekly basis-in-person/telephone and
telehealth
* Provide community-based services for sessions and assistance as needed
* Must meet a minimum standard of clinic 110 total hours of productivity per
month
* Complete all progress notes within three business days of service
* Attend all program related required trainings
* Attend weekly individual supervision and required team meetings

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

* Graduate degree in MSW, MA, or MS in counseling, psychology, or a related
field
* Bilingual Spanish/English, Vietnamese - preferred
* Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) registration as MFT Intern, ASW or APCC
Intern or LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, licensed psychologist or psychological associate
registered with the Board of Psychology (BOP).
* Counseling experience in a community-based setting
* Effective verbal and written communication skills
* Knowledge and training of DSM V-TR
* Bilingual Spanish or Vietnamese preferred
* Understanding of and sensitivity toward economic and cultural issues in
diverse communities
* Demonstrated computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, and Internet usage)
* Ability to pass certification requirements for CANS or ANSA assessment 90
days of hire (training and support will be provided)
* Knowledge of trauma-informed care, strength-based, and motivational
interviewing skills.
* Availability to work flexible hours, e. g., evening until 7:00 pm, and
Saturdays.
* Team-oriented with strong interpersonal and organizational skills

OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

* Willing to go to clients or community agencies as necessary through own
vehicle or public transport. If using your car, clean DMV record, proof of
current auto insurance, and valid driver's license.
* Successful results from a criminal background check, including fingerprint
clearance.
* Demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States.

MANDATED REPORTER STATUS

This position requires you to work with adults and children, and your profession
qualifies you as "mandated reporters" of Elder abuse or neglect. Child abuse or
neglect, which is found in California Penal Code Section 11164-11174.3 and
Welfare and Institution Code 15610-15610.70. In addition, you are required to
report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect and Elder abuse and neglect.

t and Elder abuse and neglect.