Psychiatric Emergency Clinician I - Mental Health 195

Main Template•Santa Cruz, CA

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About The Position

The Psychiatric Emergency Clinician I independently conducts child, youth, and adult 5585/5150 evaluations and releases in accordance with 5585/5150 regulations. The position is associated with Telecare’s Santa Cruz County Crisis Stabilization Program, a locked crisis program serving adults age 18 and older who are admitted voluntarily or involuntarily. The program’s length of stay is up to 23 hours. The posting also describes the Psychiatric Emergency Clinician II as the primary clinician for engaging and educating members served, families, and significant others in crisis stabilization, treatment, level-of-care determination, and mental health recovery, and as a liaison to community programs who develops strategic partnerships to enhance aftercare plans. This information is stated for Clinician II and is not attributed to the Clinician I role. The scheduled shifts are Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM. The expected starting wage range is $43.04–$53.15; Telecare applies geographic differentials, and starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements. The full job description will be provided if selected for an interview.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or equivalent from an accredited college or university.
Two years of direct service experience in a behavioral health setting.
Waived clinician as ACSW or IMFT and completion of all prelicensure classes.
At least 18 years of age.
CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certifications by the date of employment or within 60 days of employment, maintained throughout employment.
Successful completion and acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, two-step PPD test for tuberculosis, criminal background clearances, excluded-party sanctions, and degree or license verification.
If the position requires driving: valid driver license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance at employment, maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

Independently conduct child, youth, and adult 5585/5150 evaluations and releases per applicable regulations.

Benefits

Paid time off for eligible employees working 20 or more hours per week, accrued each pay period for vacation and personal needs; part-time accrual is prorated, with annual carryover up to set caps.
Nine paid holidays.
Hourly shift differentials: 6% for PM shift and 10% for NOC shift.
Hourly weekend shift differentials: 5% for weekend AM, 11% for weekend PM, and 15% for weekend NOC shifts.
Free continuing education units (CEUs).
Free supervision for BBS Associate License.
Coaching and mentorship.
Online University tuition discount and company scholarships.
Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
401(k).
Employee Stock Ownership Plan.