Unlicensed Clinician - Mental Health 105

Main Template•Redwood City, CA

2d•$36

About The Position

Sage House is a licensed 16-bed mental health rehabilitation center (MHRC) serving San Mateo County residents, 18-59, with long histories of mental illness and multiple episodes of acute psychiatric hospitalization. POSITION SUMMARY The Clinician Unlicensed provides mental health support services to members served and their families at the program. The Clinician also assists in the coordination of all mental health support services provided by the Team. This includes coordinating and collaborating with team members and outside agencies such as, the Conservator’s Office, Public Guardian’s Office, Probation Department, County Behavioral Health Services, and housing and inpatient providers. This individual may be assigned to work in program or remotely based on the program business needs. Shifts Available:â¯ On-Call | Shifts and days vary as needed Expected starting wage is $36.00.â¯This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and is subject to union membership requirements upon hire. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges.â¯ The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed.â¯ Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

Requirements

A Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field and working towards licensure and registered with the Board of Behavioral Science
One (1) year direct service experience with mentally ill individuals
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certified on date of employment or within 60 days of employment and maintain current certification throughout employment
All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license
If the position requires driving, valid driver’s license, a motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment.
Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates the Telecare mission, purpose, values and beliefs in everyday language and contact with internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborates with Program Director/Administrator to ensure program offers individuals served increasing opportunities for employment, social integration and independent living
Maintains and participates actively in program activities when present
Participates in the program evaluation process, utilizing results to identify needs, establish goals and directions for future planning as assigned
Attends and oversees the monthly Utilization Review process, including monthly and quarterly data reports to County and other stakeholders as necessary
May assist in training staff to complete service plans and risk assessments; oversees service planning and risk assessment for all clients of the program
May oversee referrals to the Program as assigned
Provides safe, effective and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care; provides direct services to clients, families and clients’ community supports
Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with persons served
Attends and participates in primary therapy, community meetings, family therapy, and groups
Participates as a team member and provides input via reporting observations, concerns and asking appropriate questions
May facilitate and participate in team meetings and service planning meetings as assigned
Provides leadership in facilitating the team process
Provides 24/7 on-call (cell phone) coverage as needed
Assures that clients know and understand their legal status and rights
Ensures all clinical issues are addressed around hospitalization of members served
Assists with Service Coordination Plan, including: Appropriate referrals for placement, case management and aftercare services, as Coordinating with the office support staff to assure that client benefits and finance are in order, as assigned Developing and maintaining an awareness of community resources
If employed at Inpatient program, must assist with restraint of members served in the event of assaultive behavior and pass assault crisis/crisis prevention training
If employed at Outpatient program, must evade members served in the event of assaultive behavior and pass assault crisis/crisis prevention training
Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted and/or changed at the discretion of management.