Mental Health Clinician - Hope Cooperative (TLCS, Inc.)
$79,830–$79,830 year
On-siteSacramento, California, United States
Job Summary
Conduct clinical assessments, formulate service plans, and implement therapeutic interventions including individual, group, and family therapy sessions for clients and their families. Observe, assess, intervene, and refer clients regarding mental health, physical health, and substance use symptoms while participating in internal and county utilization review processes. Deliver direct services with empathy and active listening, assist clients in understanding treatment and medication, and accurately complete all necessary forms, reports, and paperwork to meet Medi-Cal billing standards. Act as a designated Mandated Reporter for suspected abuse or neglect and ensure the confidentiality of all Protected Health Information. Work with a multi-disciplinary team to provide integrated psychosocial rehabilitative services and attend meetings to ensure continuity of care.
Required Qualifications
- Master's Degree in the field of psychology, counseling or social work
- Must meet the qualifications of a Licensed Professional of the Healing Arts (LPHA)
- Must be in the beginning process of obtaining hours for licensure in one of the following professional categories: Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Registered Clinical Social Worker (ASW), Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC), Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
- Must be in the final phase of obtaining licensure for any of the above-stated professions and be registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences
- Must have a valid California Driver's License
- Must possess current vehicle insurance
- Must have at least 3 years of driving experience
- Must be able to pass clearance of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and/or Department of Justice (DOJ) background screenings
- Must be able to work overtime as requested and approved, including after-hours duty as needed
Desired Qualifications
- Two (2) years of professional experience in a mental health related setting providing direct services
- Knowledge of the theories, principles and techniques of family, group and individual therapy, as well as the planning, development and implementation of comprehensive service plans
- Knowledge of principles and techniques of diagnostic assessment and interviewing, and the social psychological and physical aspects of mental disorders
- Experience with Medi-Cal requirements
- Work experience with persons who have substance abuse problems, preferably individuals who are dually diagnosed (mental health & substance abuse)
- Knowledge of 12-Step Programs and/or personal experience with substance abuse recovery
- Demonstrated knowledge of group work principles and the ability to work effectively with groups
- Consumer of mental health services or a family member of a mental health consumer
- Familiarity with 51-50 criteria and crisis de-escalation
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