Clinician I

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES INC•Pomona, CA

10d•$32 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Program Director, the Clinician I assesses and diagnoses clients, determines appropriate services and level of care using comprehensive assessments and required tools, participates in care plan development, and provides clinical services as needed. The role may include carrying a caseload and conducting individual or group sessions, including family education groups. Assignment-specific duties and qualifications may vary across substance use disorder and Department of Mental Health programs. The Clinician I works with multidisciplinary treatment teams and community partners to coordinate care, maintain timely and detailed client records, support staff and intern training, and contribute to quality improvement, peer review, and safety initiatives. The position requires responding to crises within scope of practice, maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality, and complying with applicable regulatory, accreditation, and agency requirements. Field-based services may be required, including using a personal vehicle to meet with or transport clients and collaterals.

Requirements

Master's degree in a behavioral health field.
Current and active California BBS registration as an AMFT, ACSW, or APCC.
Obtain an NPI number, EMR system enrollment, and required credentialing within 30 days of employment.
Ability to operate required computer programs, including Microsoft Office Suite, electronic timekeeping, and electronic learning management systems, upon hire or demonstrate competency within 90 days of employment.
Valid California driver's license and liability insurance if driving a personal or company vehicle on BHS business.
Adequate vision, hearing, manual dexterity, and eye-hand coordination to perform job duties; ability to sit at a desk, use a keyboard, write, move about the facility, and perform other job duties.
Complete annual TB requirements and maintain good standing.
Demonstrate assessment, evaluation, care coordination, treatment, and evidence-based practice skills.
Recognize behavioral health symptoms and develop knowledge of appropriate treatments.
Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, community partners, and external providers to coordinate integrated services.
Recognize and respond appropriately to crises within scope of practice, including overdose, behavioral challenges, contraband protocols, and emergency codes.
Screen for and/or assess acute intoxication and withdrawal symptoms within scope of practice.
Maintain cultural sensitivity, recognize personal biases, and apply appropriate standards when working with diverse populations.
Demonstrate professional judgment and decision-making, including recognizing when to seek supervision or consultation.
Present client history and behavioral impressions for further review.
Protect client rights and provide client advocacy.
Adhere to professional standards.
For SUD program assignments, demonstrate knowledge and practice of the 12 core competencies for SUD counselors and/or the BBS scope of practice, mandated core education, and clinical standards.
For DMH program assignments, demonstrate knowledge of DMH policies and procedures, BBS scope of practice, mandated core education, and clinical standards, and train to those standards.
Bilingual abilities may be required in certain BHS programs.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments, identify appropriate diagnoses, and develop care plans within required time frames.
Provide guidance, consultation, and approval of assessments, diagnoses, care plans, and progress notes.
Maintain detailed client documentation within required time frames and use required note structures such as SOAP or GIRP.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment teams and provide clinical input on diagnoses and recommended treatment plans.
Consult with staff to review client cases and medication issues.
Provide clinical services, potentially including carrying a caseload and conducting individual or group sessions and family education groups.
Meet and maintain agency productivity goals.
Make and monitor appropriate referrals.
Support the orientation and training of staff and interns; provide education, consultation, and in-service training for staff as appropriate.
Participate in continuous quality improvement, peer review, quality assurance, safety programming, and program initiatives.
Liaise with community agencies, school personnel, parents, and other programs and services; advocate and educate regarding client needs and community health needs.
Make presentations to community and other groups outside the facility.
Report and record observed changes in client condition or behavior, including unusual incidents.
If assigned to a residential program, conduct rounds every 30 minutes for 72 hours for withdrawal-management clients and document withdrawal symptoms.
If assigned to a residential program, observe and document client self-administration of medications.
Respond safely and within scope of practice to behavioral crises, medical emergencies, suicidal ideation, overdose (including administering anti-overdose medication as needed), and acute intoxication.
Participate in or facilitate treatment team meetings, case conferences, and program planning.
Collaborate with external partners, including public health clinics and community-based organizations, to coordinate care.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards, including DMH, DHCS, SAPC, HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and CARF.
Follow BHS policies, procedures, and applicable regulations; represent BHS professionally.
Maintain professional boundaries, treat clients respectfully, comply with confidentiality requirements, and maintain facility health and safety standards.
Attend supervision, clinical meetings, continuing education, meetings, trainings, and assigned committees.
Conduct field-based services when required, potentially using a personal vehicle to meet with or transport clients and collaterals in the community.
Perform other duties as assigned.