Clinician II/Bartow, FL/1620, 2311/JV

Peace River Center; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible schedule

Training opportunities

Job summary

Peace River Center in Bartow, Florida, is seeking a CSU Clinician II to provide therapeutic clinical services for clients in a secure crisis stabilization unit. Responsibilities include conducting therapy, crisis assessments, and coordinating care with various service providers.

The ideal candidate should have a Master's degree in a related area and a minimum of five years of experience in social services, preferably with individuals suffering from mental illness. This position requires effective communication and teamwork, alongside strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in a social service field.
• Prefer 2-3 years' experience working with individuals with mental illness.
• Knowledge of Florida Statute Chapter 394 and Florida Administrative Codes 65E-5 and 65E-12.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct therapeutic clinical services to adults and children.
• Conduct individual, group, and family therapy as needed.
• Facilitate a coordinated team approach in working clinically with CSU clients.
• Provide crisis interventions for co-occurring disorders.

Skills

Crisis assessment skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership ability

Knowledge of counselor ethics

Education

Master's degree in mental health related area

LMHC, LMFT, or LCSW preferred

Tools

Microsoft Authenticator app

Netsmart training

Job description

The CSU Clinician II provides direct therapeutic clinical services and discharge planning to adults and children in a secure crisis stabilization unit.

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and vendors.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
• Ability to adhere to company and/or program's dress code standards.
• Ability to report to work with good personal hygiene.
• Conduct CSU crisis assessments/interventions which include assessment of co-ocurring issues
• Facilitate a coordinated team approach in working clinically with CSU clients.
• Conduct individual, group and family therapy as needed or as required by the Inpatient Clinical Supervisor
• Assist in training clinical personnel.
• Provide collateral contacts and coordinate with various service providers to provide continuity of care.
• Conduct treatment planning/discharge planning reviews with CSU clients.
• Provide crisis interventions, including interventions for co-occurring disorders.
• Conduct follow-up assessments/contacts.
• Concisely and correctly complete clinical documentation and related paperwork in a timely and professional manner
• Review Baker Act certificates that come to the CSU
• Assist with community presentations as needed.
• Conduct risk assessments on CSU clients.
• Assist with clinical reviews of seclusion/restraint implementation.
• Act as liaison with other PRC programs and other service providers within the community at large.
• Assist in development and implementation of day treatment activities and therapeutic groups for CSU clients.
• Provide individual and family counseling for clients and their families.
• Coordinates clients' care with Physicians/ARNPs and Nursing team for continuity of care
• Ability to arrive at work and be ready to work on time.
• Ability to abide by principles of EEO compliance and a workplace of dignity and respect.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a group and/or team setting.
• Ability to show respect to all others.
• Ability to professionally communicate with other employees and outside vendors, as required.
• Ability to take guidance and direction from supervisors.
• Ability to work as a backup for BHS or BHT at other CSU as needed.

Qualifications

Education

Master's degree in mental health related area required. LMHC, LMFT, or LCSW preferred.

Experience

Minimum of five (5) year experience working in a social service field. Will consider volunteer experience. Prefer 2-3 years' experience working with individuals with mental illness.

Training

• On-line Baker Act (Florida Statute on involuntary commitment)
• Security Awareness training
• First Aid
• CPR
• Assigned Netsmart training

Knowledge and Skills

• Basic crisis assessment and action planning skills
• Knowledge of counselor ethics
• Ability to work in a professional and ethical manner
• Knowledge of Florida Statute Chapter 394 and Florida Administrative Codes 65E-5 and 65E-12
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong leadership ability
• Knowledge of various crisis intervention techniques and best practices in emergency mental health
• Knowledge of community resources

Safety Equipment

• Universal Precautions
• Comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.
• Life Safety Equipment (fire extinguisher)

Transportation

Must have reliable transportation.

As an employee of Peace River Center, if you are not assigned a company-issued phone, you will be required to authorize the use of the Microsoft Authenticator app on your personal mobile device. This is necessary to access our payroll and communication system, Paycor, and Microsoft email as examples. This will ensure secure and efficient communication with the organization.

Machines, Tool and Equipment Used

Computer, telephone, fax, copier, cell phone

Relationship(s)

Supervises: None. However, provides clinical guidance for Inpatient Techs.

The work environment is fast-paced and consists of exposure to physical conditions typical of a normal office environment. The populations cared for will include patients who are confused, delusional, irrational, agitated, or uncooperative. Most of the job is performed while sitting, although the work may require occasional standing or walking and/or the lifting and carrying of small objects. A small amount of travel may be required for meetings etc. to another PRC location.

EEO Statement

One of the greatest assets of the PRC is the ethnic, cultural, and social diversity of its employees. PRC takes great pride in the diversity and values and respect of all its employees, regardless of race, color, sex, marital status religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, age, disability, gender identification, or sexual orientation.