Inpatient Clinician - Sac (Days/Eves/Wknds) w/Clinical Supervision Assistance

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide quality case management and therapeutic services to patients and their families.
• Serve as a member of an interdisciplinary team supporting the organization's treatment program and philosophy.
• Affirm the delivery of quality treatment to patients and their families.
• Manage treatment activities offered to the patient, which may include facilitating therapeutic groups on patient units; conducting psychosocial assessments; compiling treatment plan elements within a multidisciplinary team; and providing care, treatment, and services.
• Collaborate and exchange information with the treatment team, external providers, collateral contacts, and/or managed care organizations.
• Implement the discharge planning process, including completing a thorough risk assessment and arranging for follow-up care and resources.
• Support with department training of on-boarding new clinicians to Clinical Services Department and participate in cross-training as needed to support patient care and coordination.
• Linkage and Discharge Planning: Mental health/recovery services, communication with County Liaison, follow-up appointments, patient preferred pharmacy, identification of support person, placement, verification of ID card, transportation, completion of continuing care plan, daily placement documentation, Administrative Day documentation, Temporary Conservatorship (T-Con) referrals, and Firearms Prohibition Form.

REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, counseling psychology, mental health, or a related field.
• Licensed by or registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences; Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)/Associate Social Worker (ASW) and/or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)/Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT).
• One (1) year direct clinical experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting.
• Experience in patient assessment, risk and safety assessments, treatment planning, community resources, group and family therapy, family systems and communication, and coordination with external review organizations preferred.
• Experience with severely mentally ill and discharge planning preferred.
• Familiarity with continuum of care and clinical terminology.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Maintain confidentiality of patients at all times.
• Show sensitivity to and willingness to interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Proficient with software and/or equipment (Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Proficient in documenting in an Electronic Medical Record (Best Care).
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize projects, work relatively independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively as well as possessing the skills to lead, influence, and motivate others.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding organization.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Use standard office equipment and access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.
• Use computer keyboard with manual and finger dexterity and wrist-finger speed sufficient to perform repetitive actions efficiently for extended periods of time.
• Communicate effectively in person, or via telephone, in a manner which can be understood by those with whom the person is speaking, including a diverse population.
• Give and follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Perform complex mental functions and basic arithmetic functions; interpret complex laws, regulations, and policies; collect, interpret, and/or analyze complex data and information.
• Reach forward, up, down, and to the side.
• Sit or stand for minimum periods of one hour at a time and come and go from the work area repeatedly throughout the day.
• Lift up to ten (10) pounds.