Clinician Trainee/ Clinician I (North Modesto)

Sacramento Native American Health Center, Inc; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vacation & Holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Clinical supervision

Professional development

Loan forgiveness

Job summary

Sierra Vista Child & Family Services is seeking a Clinician Trainee/ Clinician for the North Modesto Family Resource Center. The role offers direct clinical services, risk assessment, treatment planning, and collaboration with community partners in a nonprofit setting.

Requires Master’s degree in Social Work or related field with license eligibility (LCSW/LMFT/LPCC) and active BBS credentials where applicable; CA driver’s license if driving is required. Competitive pay and benefits available.

Qualifications

• Requires Master of Arts or Master of Science in Social Work, Counseling, or related field and license eligibility (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC).
• BBS registration or equivalent credentials must be active where applicable.
• One year of experience with children/adults preferred.
• Knowledge of community resources preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Valid CA driver’s license required if driving is part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services to clients.
• Use screening tools and develop admission assessments and treatment plans.
• Maintain comprehensive clinical records meeting standards.
• Coordinate treatment with referring agencies and community partners.
• Collect outcome and satisfaction data as required.
• Utilize electronic health records (EHR) effectively.
• Schedule and participate in outreach, education, and presentations.
• Practice infection control and maintain quality and safety culture.
• Apply de-escalation techniques for crisis prevention.
• Administer C-SSRS to help prevent suicide.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

4 Year Degree

LCSW/LMFT/LPCC eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

• Location 2020 Standiford Avenue C1,Modesto, CA, 95350,United States
• Base Pay $26.46 - $40.75 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others No

Description

The Clinician provides comprehensive mental health services to clients, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of emotional and behavioral issues. This role involves delivering individual and group therapy, developing and implementing personalized treatment plans, and working collaboratively with agency partners. Additionally, the Clinician collaborates with clients to develop effective strategies for enhancing their lives and relationships, fostering overall mental well-being.

Qualifications:

• Clinician Trainee - Master of Arts or Master of Science degree from an accredited graduate program with major in Social Work, Counseling, or other related degree required. These degrees must be license eligible (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC).
• BBS registration, licenses, credentials or like certifications must remain active and valid with their governing entity, if applicable.
• One year of experience working with children/adults preferred.
• Knowledge of community resources preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Excel, Word.
• A valid California driver’s license is required of staff who have regular driving duties and the driving record must meet the requirements of their position and be approved by the agency’s insurance company.

Essential Job Functions:

• Operate an agency or personal vehicle for work-related activities which may include, client visits, meetings, trainings, or other agency-related appointments
• Ensure compliance with driving requirements, including maintaining a valid driver’s license, current vehicle registration, and proof of insurance as required by agency policy.
• Ability to communicate ideas in oral and written form.
• Protect and honor individual integrity through confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a harmonious manner with subordinates, supervisors, and others
• Ability to instruct in group and individual settings.
• Physical, mental and emotional health adequate to perform duties.
• Adhere to all applicable legal and ethical standards.
• Ability to work effectively with cultural/ethnic diversity.
• Must possess knowledge of mental health programs and community resources.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct clinical services to clients.
• Utilize program specific screening tools, providing admission assessment and treatment planning for clients.
• Keep comprehensive clinical records that meet standards of the agency, The Joint Commission and contract.
• Collaborate with the referring agency or other community agencies working with the client to coordinate treatment.
• Collect outcome data and consumer satisfaction data as required by the agency and contractor.
• Must implement program goals and objectives to meet and maintain contractual requirements and productivity.
• Effectively navigate and utilize all required electronic health records (EHR).
• Schedule and participate in community outreach, education, and presentations.
• Responsible for preventing and controlling infection.
• Responsible for maintaining a culture of quality and safety.
• Effectively use de-escalation skills and techniques for crisis prevention.
• Properly administer the C-SSRS to help prevent suicid e.
• Interaction is appropriate and sensitive to client’s culture. Interaction is appropriate with client’s developmental level.

Other:

• Attend all required meetings and trainings.
• Report any suspected child or dependent adult/elder abuse or neglect immediately to direct supervisor or utilize the chain of command if supervisor is unavailable.
• Report any client imminent danger to self or to others or gravely disabled immediately to direct supervisor or utilize the chain of command if supervisor is unavailable.
• Other duties as assigned.

Summary

We are a nonprofit organization with a mission to strengthen families and communities by transforming lives! We are currently recruiting for a Clinician Trainee/ Clinician for our North Modesto Family Resource Centerprogram, who is ready to make a difference in the lives of others!

Why Sierra Vista?

Our supportive, caring environment extends not only to our clients and families, but to our valued staff as well. Employees from a number of disciplines work together in a collaborative, stimulating environment that is a model for quality care.

Sierra Vista Child & Family Services offers:

• Health Insurance Coverage - SVCFS offers a comprehensive health benefits package which includes medical dental vision coverage, and an employer paid life insurance policy.
• 2 weeks of vacation, 11 paid holidays, 12 sick days upon accrual.
• Employee Assistance Plan unlimited access to professional consultants for money management, family counseling, legal advice and many other areas.
• Optional 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Clinical Supervision for state licensure.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Non-Profit Student Loan Forgiveness.
• Salary Increases each year.
• Supportive/collaborative work environment.
• Discounts are available to employees for gym memberships, with cellphone plan providers and other discounted perks.