Mental Health Clinican

El Hogar Community Services, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in California is seeking a Mental Health Clinician to provide mental health and substance abuse services. The role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and offering therapeutic interventions. Candidates should have experience in mental health and be registered with the BBS. This is a full-time position offering a salary range of $35-$38 per annum without bonuses.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in mental health settings is preferred.
• Valid California Driver's License and personal auto insurance required.
• Strong understanding of ethical standards and client confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive intake assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions and manage crisis situations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client care.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)

Diagnostic evaluation

Education

Registered with BBS as ASW, AMFT, APCC or LCSW, LMFT, LPCC

Tools

SmartCare billing software

Database software

Spreadsheet software

Word Processing software

Job description

Summary

The Mental Health Clinician is responsible for delivering mental health, substance abuse, and support services consistent with the principles of the Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Strengths-Based Models to an adult population who struggle with mental illness. The Mental Health Clinician provides Behavioral Health recovery based services which may include, but are not limited to: assessments, service plan development, case management, housing support, skills training, group facilitation, crisis intervention, and individual and/or group therapy, and documenting all services. Services will be provided in office and in the field. The Mental Health Clinician supports Service Coordinators and Peer staff on clinical and documentation questions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct Assessments: Carry a caseload and perform comprehensive intake assessments to evaluate the mental health needs of clients, considering medical history, psychosocial background, and presenting symptoms.
• Diagnosis and Treatment Planning: Utilize diagnostic criteria to identify provisional mental health disorders accurately. Develop individualized treatment plans that incorporate evidence-based therapeutic interventions to address clients’ specific needs.
• Therapeutic Interventions: Provide counseling and therapy services to individuals and/or groups, using modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), psychotherapy, and other evidence-based techniques.
• Crisis Intervention: Manage and respond to crisis situations effectively, employing crisis intervention techniques to ensure the safety and well‑being of clients experiencing acute emotional distress.
• Progress Monitoring: Regularly review and assess clients’ progress toward treatment goals, adjusting rehabilitation/therapy techniques and treatment plans as needed to achieve positive outcomes.
• Documentation: Per El Hogar and Sacramento County regulatory policies & procedures, maintain accurate and timely documentation of client assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, and other relevant records in compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements (e.g., progress notes, adverse incident reports, discharge summaries, Medi‑Cal billing, EHR forms, HMIS).
  • Responsible for producing the required number of regulatory units of service per month (70% of staff time must be provided face‑to‑face or other eligible community‑based support with/for clients).
• Collaboration: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of professionals, including medical providers, service coordinators, peers, care coordinators, clinicians, and other members to develop comprehensive treatment plans and provide coordinated care for clients.
• Education and Support: Educate clients and their support persons about mental health conditions, coping strategies, and community resources to enhance overall well‑being and empower them to actively participate in their treatment process.
• Professional Development: Stay abreast of the latest research and developments in the field of mental health to ensure the application of evidence-based practices and continuous professional growth. Participate in the internal and county utilization review process. Maintain credential with BBS and county requirements to be licensed/licensed waived.
• Ethics and Confidentiality: Adhere to strict ethical standards and maintain client confidentiality in accordance with legal and professional guidelines. Ensure the protection and confidentiality of all Protected Health Information (PHI) by following all Agency policies and procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Contact Management systems; Database software; Internet software; Spreadsheet software; and Word Processing software; and ability to rapidly assimilate the County required billing software (SmartCare).

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current, valid California Driver's License and driving record acceptable to El Hogar and the Agency’s auto insurance carrier.
• Current proof of personal auto insurance.
• Registered with BBS as ASW, AMFT, APCC or LCSW, LMFT, LPCC.

Employment Type: Full Time

Years Experience: 1 - 3 years

Salary: $35 - $38 Annual

Bonus/Commission: No