Clinician I - Assessment

Kids for the Future; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,208,000 - 111,310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 19 days

Paid holidays 12

PSLF access

Medical plans

Life insurance

Long-Term Disability

FSA

Employee Assistance

Pet insurance

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Clinician I - Assessment in San Diego. The role involves conducting initial and ongoing behavioral health assessments, developing client service plans, and coordinating care with regional providers.

A Masters degree in a mental health field is required, with California licensure or Waivered Psychologist status preferred. The position offers full-time hours, PTO, holidays, and professional supervision.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a mental health-related field is required.
• 2+ years of direct work experience in behavioral health or community-based social services.
• Ability to pass criminal/background clearance.
• Licensure: must be registered with California BBS or Waivered Psychologist status.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial behavioral health assessments and ongoing assessments of new or returning clients.
• Assist clients in developing service plan goals and monitor progress toward those goals.
• Document all services using approved documentation practices and billings.
• Coordinate 48-hour discharge responses as needed and liaise with inpatient/crisis facilities.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

Collaborative work

Behavioral health knowledge

Education

Master's degree in mental health field

Job description

• Base Pay $38.46 - $38.85 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree Masters

Description

Hours: 40 hours per week. Work schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm or 9:00 am to 5:30 pm; Thursday, 11:30 am to 8:00 pm

As a Clinician I - Assessment, you will:

• Work closely with various providers in the region or system of care to facilitate access to BPSR services for those identified as the target population to be served.
• Primary assignment is to conduct initial behavioral health assessments and ongoing assessments of new clients and/or returning clients. Perform collateral interviews as indicated. May provide individual and group psychosocial behavioral health service and activities for clients and/or members of clients’ families.
• Assist the client in developing client service plan goals, prioritizing areas of need, and steps needed to reach goals established, as well as identified areas of strength. Continually monitor progress towards goals and support client’s efforts toward self-sufficiency.
• Document all services provided using concurrent and collaborative documentation; maintain all documentation and bills for services according to established policies and procedures in a timely manner.
• Monitor and respond to Morning Reports and may coordinate 48-hour discharge response from inpatient facilities/crisis residential facilities.
• 19 days of PTO and 12 paid holidays per year
• Free clinical supervision and CEUs
• Monthly contribution of $100 towards qualified student loan debt; access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for eligible individuals
• Choice of medical plans, with minimal employee cost/expenses and excellent coverage
• Company-paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Tax-Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses
• Free Employee Assistance Plan
• Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans
• Opportunities for advancement and growth

CRF inspires and mentors the next generation of behavioral health professionals!

Our Adult Outpatient Programs (Areta Crowell Wellness Recovery Center, Douglas Young Wellness Recovery Center, Heartland Wellness Recovery Center, Jane Westin Center, Maria Sardinas Wellness Recovery Center, and South Bay Guidance Center) provide behavioral health services including psychiatric and clinical assessment, treatment planning, ongoing medication services, individual and group counseling, case management, crisis intervention, mobile outreach, vocational support, and peer support. We deliver fully integrated services to adult clients diagnosed with a serious mental illness, as well as individuals with co-occurring, mental health, and substance use disorders.

All of our outpatient programs also provide full-time walk-in services. Our programs utilize evidence-based practices to assist our clients in reaching their goals and to live the highest quality of life while managing their mental illness.

CRF staff members work together to meet the needs of San Diego County's residents who are experiencing mental/behavioral health challenges. offer a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters personal growth and development. You will work within a collaborative, supportive team structure, learn new ways to provide optimal supports to your clients and help people change their lives for the better!

Education : Master's degree in a mental health-related field, such as Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling required

Licensure : Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) or Waivered Psychologist with the California Board of Psychology required

Credentialing: If you are applying to this position as a Licensed, Registered, Waivered, or Certified professional and are offered the position, you will be required to complete the credentialing process. Additional information will be provided at the post-offer stage.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• 2+ years of direct work experience in behavioral health or community-based social services programs
• Training and experience working with clients with co-occurring disorder; Motivational Interviewing training preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment is essential for this position
• This program is housed in a two-story building that does not have an elevator. Ability to navigate stairs is required.
• Able to pass criminal/background clearance

Summary

Meets the bio-psychosocial needs of clients by providing indicated behavioral health services, casemanagement services, and/or crisis intervention. Bills and documents services appropriately. Works withindividuals to assist them in accessing appropriate support services and entitlements, medical care,community resources, and family support systems in an effort to facilitate recovery and rehabilitation.

Additional Information

• Program Name 1 Douglas Young Wellness Recovery Center