Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician II

County of Alameda•Dublin, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This classification describes the journey level of the Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician classification flexibly-staffed series. Incumbents of this classification under general direction, provide mental health clinical services and forensically focused case management services to clients in a jail setting. Conducts mental health evaluations and assessments, including risk of harm to self and others; documents an individual’s history and tendency for violence; provides crisis intervention and crisis stabilization, engages in consultation and implementation of pre-planned use of force with Sheriff’s Deputies; conducts mental status examinations and formulate Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM)-V related diagnoses; provides consultation to other programs and agencies on treatment needs and behavioral plans for forensic clients; provides discharge planning and perform other duties as assigned. This position is the journey-level classification within the Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician flexibly staffed class series. This classification is located in the Healthcare Services Agency, within the Adult Forensic Behavioral Health Program, in the County jail. Incumbents in this series report to a Forensic Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor or Forensic Behavioral Health Clinical Manager. Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician II is distinguished from the lower-level classification of Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician I in that latter performs entry-level clinician duties while the former is performing journey-level clinician duties in this series. Incumbents in this class are licensed clinicians and perform duties involving considerable latitude and independence of judgment under minimal supervision. Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician II may provide direction and assistance to Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician I and graduate interns. This class is distinguished from the next higher class of Forensic Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor in that the latter class has supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Possession of a master’s degree from an accredited school in social work, marriage and family therapy, psychology, counseling, nursing, or related field.
The equivalent of six (6) months of full-time post license experience as a behavioral health/mental health clinician providing clinical and/or case management services.
Must possess a valid clinical license from the applicable licensing authority: California Board of Behavioral Sciences, California Board of Psychology, or California Board of Registered Nursing.
Must possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number prior to their first day on the job.
Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance conducted by the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office.
Knowledge of current theories, principles, and best practices for services to forensic clients with serious behavioral health care symptoms and diagnosis.
Familiarity of best practices for a forensic population, such as criminogenic.
Knowledge of psychological diagnostic methods and terminology.
Knowledge of cultural and social factors affecting behavior patterns.
Knowledge of wellness, recovery, and resiliency-oriented strategies and supports.
Knowledge of dual recovery/co-occurring disorder treatment, screening, and assessment tools.
Knowledge of community needs, resources, and organizations related to behavioral health care.
Knowledge of clinical standards of practice and licensure requirements.
Knowledge of principles and practices of direct client service delivery in a jail setting.
Knowledge of principles of social needs, problems, attitudes, and behavioral patterns specific to criminal justice populations.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
Knowledge of office administrative practices and procedures, including records management and the operation of standard office equipment.
Knowledge of computer applications related to the work.
Ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, community organizations, state hospitals, and criminal justice partners.
Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet critical deadlines.
Ability to interpret, explain, and apply regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to analyze, evaluate, and make sound decisions.
Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and effective reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to work with a diverse population.

Nice To Haves

Six (6) months of full-time satisfactory experience in the Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician I or Behavioral Health Clinician I classification in the Alameda County classified service.

Responsibilities

Provide mental health clinical services and forensically focused case management services to clients in a jail setting.
Conduct mental health evaluations and assessments, including risk of harm to self and others.
Document an individual’s history and tendency for violence.
Provide crisis intervention and crisis stabilization.
Engage in consultation and implementation of pre-planned use of force with Sheriff’s Deputies.
Conduct mental status examinations and formulate Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM)-V related diagnoses.
Provide consultation to other programs and agencies on treatment needs and behavioral plans for forensic clients.
Provide discharge planning.
Perform other duties as assigned.
May provide direction and assistance to Forensic Behavioral Health Clinician I and graduate interns.

Benefits

Medical – HMO & PPO Plans
Dental – HMO & PPO Plans
Vision or Vision Reimbursement
Basic Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
County Allowance Credit
Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Long-Term Care, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)
12 paid holidays
Floating Holidays
Vacation and sick leave accrual
Vacation purchase program
Catastrophic Sick Leave
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits Program
Guaranteed Ride Home
Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
Child Care Resources
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