Mental Health Clinician I​/II

MISSION STATEMENT

We say yes to people seeking help for addiction and mental health. We create pathways to recovery and purpose. We provide the right service at the right time, delivered by people with lived experience. We transform behavioral health systems through innovation, creativity and collaboration.

• Conduct clinical interviews and assessments; gather information for diagnostic and treatment planning purposes.
• Provide interventions using evidence-based techniques and methodologies approved by the department.
• Provide individual, group therapy and collateral interventions; provide an atmosphere of trust and safety.
• Provide crisis intervention to clients who are in apparent emotional distress.
• Provide referrals to community agencies and providers for support or additional services.
• Assure compliance with State Regulations, legal requirements and established Borough policies and procedures related to mental health services.
• Assist patients in locating resources by contacting appropriate agencies over the phone and in person; coordinate with other agencies concerning referrals of mental health cases; arrange for hospitalization for mental patients requiring inpatient care.
• Use a variety of diagnostic and rating tools to evaluate client progress, effectiveness of intervention and/or to assist treatment planning.
• Participate in the development of treatment plans for clients to alleviate current areas of impairment; assure that treatment plans have problem solving objectives. Serve as service coordinator as assigned.
• Document daily interventions provided for clients; efficiently document all billable interactions into AKAIM, utilizing DAP note formatting. Participate in weekly clinical supervision and follow training guidelines and instructions as provided by the clinical supervisor.
• Attend and participate in team meetings where current cases are reviewed; review cases with social and community agencies as appropriate; adhere to applicable confidentiality laws and maintain case records including agency forms, documentation sheets, and related forms concerning cases.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field
• Combination of education, experience and licensure accepted
• Must be working toward CDC I certification; must be eligible for CDC II certification within three years upon hire.
• Experience in substance abuse or mental health field including:
• Delivering direct individual and group services.
• Conduct assessments utilizing the DSM‑V and ASAM criteria.
• Create individualized treatment plans addressing mental health and substance use issues.
• Treatment team participation.
• Crisis intervention skills.
• Case management and supervision.
• Adhere to ethical guidelines of related profession.
• Maintain CEUs needed for licensure and continued professionalism.
• Establish and maintain therapeutic boundaries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and fluid use of electronic communication tools.
• Administer UAs and breathalyzers as needed.
• Participate as part of an interdisciplinary team to address clinical concerns relating to the clients.
• Receive direct supervision from the Program Manager.

• Principles and practices of modern clinical psychology. Individual, group and family therapy techniques.
• Basic understanding of mental health disorders as defined in DSM V codes.
• Basic understanding of substance abuse level of care as defined by ASAM
• Crisis intervention principles.
• Provide individual, group and family therapy sessions.
• Establish treatment plans.

• Working with and Advocating for Others
• Assessing Strengths and Needs
• Planning and Providing Services
• Linking to Resources
• Behaving Professionally and Ethically

• ICHRA Coverage for Employee Health Insurance Policy Reimbursement (Health Insurance Policy Reimbursement)
• 401K Plan - 100% Match Up To 5%
• Life & ADD Insurance Policy 100% covered by employer
• Vision and Dental Policy 90% covered by employer
• 10 Paid Holidays a Year
• Paid Time Off Accrual
• Paid Training and Credentialing
• Short term and long-term…