Behavioral Health Clinician II- PHF Sports & Recreation - Oroville, CA at Geebo

Behavioral Health Clinician II- PHF

Salary :
$58,801.60 - $87,048.00 Annually
Location :
Oroville/Chico Area, CA
Job Type:
Regular Help
Job Number:
2410422030
Department:
Behavioral Health Department
Opening Date:
01/12/2024
Closing Date:
3/8/2024 12:
00 AM Pacific
Summary
Butte County Behavioral Health Department has an opening for Behavioral Health Clinician II within its 16-bed inpatient Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF), located in Chico, serving adults in acute psychiatric crisis. Typical job duties include, but are not limited to psychiatric assessment, brief therapy/counseling, discharge planning, treatment monitoring, etc. all within a multidisciplinary team setting. This position requires a Clinician with strong rapport development skills and ability to work both as a part of a large team and independently. A ten percent (10%) site differential is offered in addition to the posted salary range for Behavioral Health Clinician II.
The eligible list established by this recruitment process may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular, full-time, part-time or temporary (Extra Help) basis.This recruitment is for level II. The salary range for level II is $2,498.40 -$3,348.00 biweekly ($31.23 -$41.85 per hour).
FLSA Level II:
Exempt

DEFINITION
Under direction or general direction, provides behavioral health clinical intervention and recovery services to assigned clients; manages a psychiatric caseload for adults, juveniles, and children; evaluates patients in multiple facilities, including in-house, out-patient, clinics, and correctional/jail facilities; performs psychotherapeutic counseling, including individual, group, family, and other approved techniques; provides outreach, and emergency services and counseling in crisis situations; and performs related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision (Behavioral Health Clinician I) to direction (Behavioral Health Clinician II) from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Behavioral Health Clinician I:
This unlicensed classification is the first working level in the Behavioral Health Clinician series responsible for providing professional behavioral health casework and psychotherapeutic support to clients. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. Initially, under clinical supervision, incumbents are assigned the more routine client casework and support duties. Incumbents may advance to the Behavioral Health Clinician II after gaining the necessary experience, qualifications and licensure to demonstrate proficiency for the Behavioral Health Clinician II classification.
Behavioral Health Clinician II:
This licensed classification is the journey-level class of licensed technician in the Behavioral Health Clinician series responsible for providing professional behavioral health casework and psychotherapeutic support to clients. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Behavioral Health Clinician I level by the acquisition of licensure, which is required for performance of the full range of professional clinical duties assigned to the series. Positions in the classification rely on experience and judgment to perform assigned duties and to ensure efficient and effective client care services. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines and methods to deliver services. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements. This class is distinguished from the Senior Behavioral Health Clinician in that the latter performs the more complex work assigned to the series and serves in a lead capacity over assigned clinical staff and acts as professional therapeutic supervision for Behavioral Health Clinician I's hours towards licensure.
Positions in the Behavioral Health Clinician class series are flexibly staffed; positions at the II-level may be filled by advancement from the I-level; progression to the next level in the series is dependent on (i) management affirmation that the position is performing the full range of duties assigned to the classification; (ii) satisfactory work performance; (iii) the incumbent meeting the minimum qualifications for the classification including any licenses and certifications; and (iv) management approval for progression to the next level in the class series
Essential Job Functions
EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Typical functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.
  • Evaluates patients in a variety of in- and out-patient settings, including Juvenile Hall, County Jail, County behavioral health offices, hospital emergency, Crisis Response, and other settings; obtains a patient history and conducts behavioral status exam.
  • Receives and responds to crisis hotline and emergency calls, walk-ins, and field contacts; provides evaluation and diagnosis of patients and makes appropriate referrals for support services; works with hospital medical staff and County behavioral health management to evaluate the client's risk or danger to self and others; assists in establishing an aftercare plan, or psychiatric hospitalization, depending on the client's best interests.
  • Makes presentations of physical and behavioral condition findings to on-call psychiatrist, who determines if medication should be prescribed; reports and consults around any suspected adverse medication effects.
  • Consults with, and serves as a liaison for, community agencies and other behavioral health programs and services to evaluate community health needs and services.
  • Provides individual or group therapy using a variety of counseling techniques and modalities; provides psychotherapy to chronically behaviorally ill persons who need periodic maintenance appointments, and brief therapy for clients experiencing situational-type problems.
  • Provides case management services to severely behaviorally ill clients, including out of home placements; determines suitability of treatment facilities or prospective foster parents based upon an analysis of individual psycho-social needs.
  • Collaborates with the Office of the Public Guardian-Conservator for behavioral health clients who have been conserved; clinically evaluates clients to represent their interests in treatment and placement; researches treatment resources available on a local and regional basis to ensure optimal client placement.
  • Participates as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team providing critical clinical input related to patient diagnosis and recommended treatment plans; presents findings and clinical observations; receives clinical feedback and assistance in managing transference/counter-transference; participates in case conferences and consults with psychiatric staff to review patient cases and resolve difficult therapeutic problems.
  • Evaluates clients for voluntary and involuntary commitment; signs commitments for clients requiring hospitalization after completion of county training and designation.
  • Participates as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team providing consultation to school and adult programs; performs program planning to develop and implement services appropriate to assisting both child and adult psychiatric patients.
  • Conducts discharge planning with clients; gathers resources; provides therapy; completes safety plan; and facilitates referrals and interagency services.
  • Adheres to the standards of the Privacy Act of 1974, U.S.C. 552A as amended; maintains and enforces all aspects of confidentiality of client information.
  • Performs detailed patient record documentation and maintains caseload records; prepares intake and discharge summaries, progress notes, and treatment reviews.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:

  • Operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive behavioral health program which encompasses adult, juvenile, and children services.
  • Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures including confidentiality laws and those governing patient rights as it relates to treatment options including commitment.
  • Principles and practices of clinical casework.
  • Social, psychological, and physical causes of behavioral disorders and chemical dependency.
  • Application of general psychiatric emergency intervention and diagnostic principles.
  • Principles and practices of crisis intervention and conflict resolution, including management of assaultive behavior, seclusion, and restraint philosophies.
  • Short- and long-term therapeutic methods.
  • Concepts and principles related to adult and child psychology, including theories of human behavior and personality development.
  • Case management principles, practices, and processes related to the assessment, care, treatment, and documentation of individuals with behavioral disorders.
  • Methods and techniques of conducting assessments, interviewing clients, and preparing reports and treatment plans.
  • Theories, and principles and practices of group and individual counseling and therapies.
  • Latest trends and research in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
  • Mandated reporting requirements, ethics, and laws.
  • Normal and abnormal development, including impact of environmental, trauma, and personality development.
  • Theory and principles of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.
  • Community resources available to clients.
  • Community socioeconomic and cultural demographics.
  • Principles and practices of complex documentation preparation and recordkeeping.
  • Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
  • Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.
  • The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
  • Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability To:

  • Provide professional behavioral health clinical intervention and recovery services and manage a psychiatric caseload in multiple settings.
  • Conduct psychiatric assessments; and plan, develop, and implement comprehensive treatment plans, programs, and services either internally or with external service providers.
  • Evaluate patients for medication needs and consult around any suspected medication reactions.
  • Analyze crisis situations and determine appropriate courses of action.
  • Collaborate and present progress reports and related findings to team members.
  • Coordinate emergency psychiatric support services with appropriate hospitals and other providers.
  • Conduct group and individual client therapy.to clinically assess, diagnose, and treat clients.
  • Understand and apply criteria for various diagnoses.
  • Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed, including those related to patient privacy.
  • Effectively represent the department and the County in meetings with governmental agencies; community groups; various business, professional, and regulatory organizations; and in meetings with individuals.
  • Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
  • Effectively use computer systems, software applications, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
  • Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
  • Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and
Experience:

Master's degree in social work, marriage family therapy, clinical counseling, or related field; and
Behavioral Health Clinician I:
None.
Behavioral Health Clinician II:
One (1) year of professional-level counseling/therapy experience in a behavioral health inpatient or outpatient setting.
Certifications and Licenses:

  • Must possess a valid US driver's license upon date of application. Must obtain California driver's license following hire date per California DMV regulations.
  • Level I:
    Must be a registered intern or eligible to register as an intern in the State of California at time of appointment. Must either be eligible to obtain an appropriate license and/or waiver under the provisions of Welfare and Institutions Code Section 5751.2 to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, Professional Clinical Counselor, Clinical Psychologist, Registered Nurse, or Psychiatrist in the State of California.
  • Level II:
    Must possess appropriate licensure to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, Professional Clinical Counselor, Clinical Psychologist, Registered Nurse, or Psychiatrist in the State of California.

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Mobility to work in a standard office, hospital, and in-patient/out-patient, clinic, jail or juvenile facility and use standard office equipment, including a computer, to operate a motor vehicle to visit various County and meeting sites. Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties, as well as push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds with the use of proper equipment.
  • Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen.
  • Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
  • Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Employees work in an office, out-patient, clinic, jail, juvenile facility or locked psychiatric facility environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
  • Employees may work outdoors and are occasionally exposed to loud noise levels and cold and/or hot temperatures.
  • Employees interact with clients with behavioral disorders/erratic and assaultive behavior, including those which require emergency crisis intervention.
  • Incumbents may be exposed to blood and body fluids in performing their assigned duties.
  • Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
  • Must be willing to work after hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS UTILIZED
  • Equipment utilized includes a motor vehicle, personal computer, fax machine, standard office equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE's).

Disaster Service Worker
All Butte County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
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THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES
Salary Step Increases:

The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% may be given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained.
Cell Phone Allowance:

County issued cell phone or $70/month allowance with appointing authority approval.
Boot Allowance:

$200.04 annuallly, paid in equal monthly payments through regular pay checks.
Holidays:

12 paid holidays per year.
Vacation:

0-4.99 years:
15 days/yr.; 5-9.99 years:
20 days/yr.; 10-19.99 years:
25 days/yr.; 20
years:
27 days/yr. Note - accrued vacation leave may not be used until after six months of employment.
Administrative Leave:

7 days per year for FLSA Exempt employees.
Sick Leave:

96 hours of sick leave are earned each year with no maximum accrual.
Bereavement Leave:

Maximum of 40 hours for each occurrence in the immediate family.
Health Plan including Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance:

Coverage under the Butte County Health Plan is for employees and their eligible dependents. Depending upon the plan selected by the employee, the County contributes a substantial amount of the total cost of the complete health package, which consists of medical, vision, and dental insurance. Currently, the amount the County contributes for family coverage is $1438.42/month. For those employees who have health coverage from other sources, and who elect to not participate in the Butte County Health Plan, the County offers a monthly taxable Cash-Back allowance. The current of the taxable Cash-Back allowance is $503.34 per month (prorated for less than fulltime employees). This benefit is $300 per month for Employees hired on or after January 1, 2014.
Life Insurance:

The County provides $25,000 in life insurance with additional coverage available at a minimal cost.
Retirement:

The County is in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) coordinated with Social Security.
Classic Members- 2% @ 55. Final compensation based on Single Highest Year. Employee responsible for full 7% employee share effective 1/1/2013.
New Members to PERS- 2% @ 62. Final compensation based on Highest Three Year Average. Employee responsible for one half (1/2) the normal cost of the CalPERS Pension.
New Member is defined by law (PEPRA) as an 1) individual who has never been a member of any public retirement system prior to 1/1/2013 or 2) An individual who becomes a member of a public retirement system for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was previously a member of a public retirement system, but who was not subject to reciprocity. or 3) An individual who was an active member in a public retirement system and who, after a break in service of more than six months, returned to active membership in that system with a new employer
Deferred Compensation:

The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation program. Deposits into this plan are strictly voluntary and are made through a payroll deduction on a tax-deferred basis. The County does not make contributions to the employees' Deferred Compensation accounts.
Disability Insurance:

For short-term disability, the County participates in California State Disability Insurance (SDI) fund. County employees are also covered by an employee-paid long-term disability program. The long-term disability insurance benefit is 60% of the disabled employee's biweekly wage.
Flexible Spending Program:

County employees can elect to participate in a Flexible Spending Program. This program allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for certain health care and/or dependent care expenses. In addition, employees can choose to have their portion of the monthly Health Plan premium withheld from their checks on a pre-tax basis as well. Generally, employees who participate in the Flexible Spending Program have less taxes withheld for their payroll checks than if they had elected not to do so.
Tuition Reimbursement:

Up to $500/year.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

The County of Butte provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services.
Refer to specific labor agreements (BCEA-General) for additional benefit information.
BUTTE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice.
Butte County Human Resources Department
3 County Center Drive, Oroville, CA 95965
(530) 552.3552
Comments, please email:
01
Master's degree in social work, marriage family therapy, clinical counseling, or related field; and Behavioral Health Clinician II:
One (1) year of professional-level counseling/therapy experience in a behavioral health inpatient or outpatient setting. Please explain how you meet the below-listed requirements:
02
Your responses to the following questions may be used to make a better assessment of your qualifications. This questionnaire may be used to rate your qualifications and to determine your ranking on the eligible list. Thus, it is to your advantage to be as clear and thorough as possible when completing the supplemental questions. All answers related to job experience must be supported by work experience detailed in this application.What answer accurately reflects the number of years' experience you have in performing Social Work or Behavioral Science providing direct client services?
  • less than (1) one year
  • 1-2 years
  • 2-3 years
  • 4-5 years

03
If you are qualifying for Level II, please indicate which license you posses.
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
  • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
  • Master's level Registered Nurse
  • Clinical Psychologist
  • Licensed Psychiatrist
  • None of the above

04
If an Extra Help opportunity was available, would you be interested in that position?Extra Help means this may be a Part-Time or Non-Permanent position. The number of hours worked per week may vary and depend on the needs of the department. For terms and conditions concerning Extra Help with Butte County, see Section 6.13c of the Butte County Personnel Rules.
  • Yes, I am interested in both Regular and Extra Help positions.
  • No, I am only interested in Regular Help positions.

05
Do you possess a US Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No

06
How did you discover this job opportunity?
  • Butte County Website
  • Butte County Human Resources Social Media
  • CareersInGovernment.com
  • County Employee
  • Craigslist.com
  • Facebook
  • Friend or Relative (word of mouth)
  • GovernmentJobs.com
  • Handshake
  • Indeed.com
  • Job Fair
  • Job Interest Card - GovernmentJobs.com
  • Linkedin
  • Newspaper - Paper or Online
  • Departmental Email
  • Radio
  • Magazine
  • Billboard
  • Other

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