Behavioral Health Clinician I/II

Kings County•Hanford, CA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Kings County Behavioral Health is seeking compassionate and skilled Behavioral Health Clinicians I/II to support individuals and families through professional therapeutic services. These positions provide assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, and coordinated treatment planning within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. Whether entering at the I level to build foundational clinical skills or the II level as an experienced practitioner, you’ll play a vital role in promoting recovery, wellness, and stability for our community.

Requirements

Equivalent to a master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in social work, psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or a related field.
Two (2) years of experience providing professional counseling/therapy services in a behavioral health setting (for Clinician II).
Possession of a valid California driver's license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles at the time of appointment.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within 120 days of hire, valid registration as an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW), Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), to be maintained throughout employment (for Clinician I).
Possession of valid licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), to be maintained throughout employment (for Clinician II).
Qualify for security clearance through a background investigation and fingerprint check.
Must be willing to work irregular hours as required.
Must be willing to travel within and outside the County.

Responsibilities

Provides individual, group, and family interventions, rehabilitation, and treatment services including counseling, therapy, case management, and referral and linkage to community services to a variety of clients.
Receives referrals from various County departments and programs; conducts assessments to determine criteria eligibility for therapeutic services; contacts referrals to provide information related to available services.
Within scope of authority, assesses, diagnoses, and treats a variety of clients with behavioral health disorders; collaborates with clients and creates individualized treatments plans according to client’s needs and circumstances.
Initiates and conducts individual, group, and family counseling and biopsychosocial therapy sessions utilizing a variety of techniques and modalities; provides case management services in the office and in the field.
Performs routine and emergency intake evaluations according to department procedure; completes appropriate forms and documents relating to the intake process; and prepares medical and demographic case history for use in diagnosis.
Assists clients and family members in understanding behavioral health diagnosis, contributing factors/causes, effects, prognosis, rehabilitation, and treatment.
Works with clients to address stressors and barriers to treatment and/or social functioning; identifies and focuses on client strengths and personal resources to effectively engage and treat client.
Performs crisis intervention; evaluates individuals to identify level of stable behavior; provides support and assistance in problem resolution; coordinates or arranges for the provision of appropriate care services.
Attends and participates in a variety of meetings, staff trainings, utilization and peer review activities, clinical supervision and case consultation, and public information and education functions.
As a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, provides critical clinical input related to client diagnosis and recommended treatment; presents findings and clinical observations; and makes recommendations for additional services.
Maintains and submits accurate, detailed, and thorough documentation, case records, and notes of all billable and non-billable activities and services related to client care; completes necessary documentation for billing purposes.
Provides resources and referrals to address basic needs and other barriers to wellness and recovery including food, housing, clothing, transportation, and other financial resources.
Attends and participates in a variety of meetings, case conferences, joint team meetings, in-service trainings, and other staff development activities; collaborates with a variety of internal and external departments, agencies, service providers, and client/family support network to address needs and coordinate services.
Observes and complies with County and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Performs other related duties as assigned.