Behavioral Health Clinician III

Behavioral Health Clinician III Agency: 340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Supervisory Organization: 340 District 2 Job Posting End Date

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Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Full time

Regular

The annual salary for this position is up to $65,075.00 based on education and experience.

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and vendors.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Canadian County Health Department - 6100 W Hwy 66 El Reno, OK 73036

up to $65,075.00 based on education and experience

Full Time

Monday – Friday

8am – 5pm

The Behavioral Health Clinician III is responsible for performing advanced level psychological services including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions that impact functioning of children and families. Mental health treatment is based on the established research in the field and identified as effective for disruptive behavior difficulties, trauma recovery, biologically based conditions such as anxiety and mood conditions, and other.

Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for performing professional work in the administration and interpretation of standardized cognitive, affective and behavioral tests and providing clinical services in a state agency, institution, mental health facility or clinic.

• Conduct initial interview with client to obtain pertinent case history and background information to make appropriate diagnosis.
• Administers, scores and interprets various intelligence, personality, aptitude, and/or cognitive, affective and behavioral assessments.
• Develop an appropriate treatment plan based on test findings and interview.
• Conduct individual, group and family therapy sessions.
• Prepare comprehensive evaluation reports.
• Participate in multidisciplinary staff conferences.
• Participates in programs and evidenced based practices to support child and family wellbeing.
• Maintain confidential records of client services in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Appear in court and provide testimony in client hearings or other areas.
• Consults with community agencies and school systems on behalf of clients or provides special programs as requested.
• May intervene in crisis and potentially life-threatening situations.
• May implement research programs.
• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job
• Other duties as assigned

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a master’s degree in psychology, counseling, human relations, clinical/direct practice social work,…