Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor
Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor
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Job Description
Introduction
This is a reinstatement transfer or voluntary demotion opportunity for current and former regularly appointed employees of Alameda County.
Reinstatement:
Pursuant to Civil Service Rule 1744: On the request of a department head and approval of the Commission a regularly appointed employee who resigned in good standing may within three years after the effective date of his/her resignation be reinstated in a position in the class from which he/she resigned or in a position in another class for which he/she may be eligible as determined by the Commission. Appointments by reinstatement following resignation are subject to the probationary period established for the class. You must have been a classified County employee in the same job code or in a job code at the same salary maximum and left the County in good standing. In addition you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position.
Transfer:
You must be a current County classified employee in the same job code or in a job code with the same salary maximum for which you are applying. In addition you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position.
Voluntary Demotion:
You must be a current County classified employee in a job code which is at a higher salary maximum than the vacancy for which you are applying. In addition you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position.
DESCRIPTION
ALAMEDA COUNTY HEALTH
Alameda Countys Health Services Program is administered by the Alameda County Health and includes the following program areas:Behavioral Health Care Public Health Environmental Health and Agency Administration/Indigent Health. The ultimate mission of Alameda County Health is to provide fully integrated health care services through a comprehensive network of public and private partnerships that ensure optimal health and wellbeing and respect the diversity of all residents. Alameda County Health currentlyhasmultiple career opportunities for experiencedprofessionals to become part of a service delivery team dedicated to the optimal health and wellbeing of Alameda County residents. For more information about Alameda County Health please visitwww.acgov/health/
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE
It is the mission of Behavioral Health Care Services to maximize the recovery resilience and wellness of all eligible Alameda County residents who are developing or experiencing serious mental health alcohol or drug concerns. We envision communities where people realize their potential and where stigma and discrimination against those with mental health alcohol and/or drug issues are a thing of the past.
Only through exemplifying the following Alameda County BehavioralHealth Care Services values will we be successful:
ACBHCS
Access where every door is the right door for welcoming people with complex needs;
Consumer and Family Empowerment through shared decision making best practices that clinically produce effective outcomes;
Best Practices business excellence that uses public resources cost effectively;
Health and Wellness by integrating emotional spiritual and physical health care;
Culturally Responsive appropriate services built on the strengths and life experiences of culturally diverse consumers and their families;
Social Inclusion utilizing advocacy and education to eliminate stigma discrimination isolation and misunderstanding of persons with mental illness and substance abuse.
For more information about the department of Behavioral HealthCare Services please visitwww.acbhcs/
THE POSITION
Undergeneral direction supervise Behavioral Health Clinicians and other behavioralhealth care professionals paraprofessionals and/or interns; coordinatedaytoday functions and ensure appropriate staff coverage; provide psychiatricclinical and case management services; and perform other duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHINGFEATURES
This classis located in Behavioral Health Care Services which provides alcohol and otherdrugs and mental health services through county staff private providers andcommunitybased organizations. This is the firstline supervisory level in theBehavioral Health Clinician series. Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisorsprovide daytoday supervision including the coordination and delegation ofwork/assignments staff coverage and performance evaluations. BehavioralHealth Clinical Supervisors are responsible for the daytoday supervision of abehavioral health care team of clinicians. Incumbents in this position mayassist the Behavioral Health Clinical Manager in administrative functions.
TheBehavioral Health Clinical Supervisor is distinguished from the lower levelclass of Behavioral Health Clinician II in that the latter does not havesupervisory responsibilities. It is further distinguished from the next higherclass of Behavioral Health Clinical Manager in that the latter may supervise aBehavioral Health Clinical Supervisor and has overall responsibility forprogram planning development and evaluation program reporting and statisticsand program outcome monitoring. The Behavioral Health Clinical Manager managesa clinic/program which includes 8 or more paraprofessional and professionallevel staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The equivalent of one year of experience in the class of Behavioral Health Clinician II in the Alameda County classified service. (Nonclassified includes District Attorneys Office Hospital Authority and the Consolidated Courts.
Or II
The equivalent of three years of post license experience as a behavioral health/mental health clinician providing clinical and/or case management services. (Note: Previous experience involving lead or supervisory responsibility is desirable.
AND
Education:
Possession of a Masters degree from an accredited school in social work marriage and family therapy psychology counseling nursing or related field.
License/Certification:
Possession of valid clinical license from the one of the applicable licensing authority: California Board of Behavioral Sciences California Board of Psychology or California Board of Nursing.
Some positions in this class require a valid California Motor Vehicle Operators license. Applicants must possess such license prior to appointment to such positions.
Special Requirements:
1. In compliance with the Administrative Simplification provision of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) employees in this classification are required to possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number prior to their first day on the job.
2. In Compliance with Medicare regulations eligible licensed cliniciansin this classification are required to complete the Medicare Enrollment Process for Physicians and nonPhysician Practitioners through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services prior to their first day on the job. Active enrollment in Medicare is a condition of employment. Failure to attain or maintain active enrollment will result in termination.
NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Knowledge of:
Current theories principles and practices for services to clients with serious behavioral health care symptoms and diagnosis
Principles and practices of effective supervision work planning evaluation training and community behavioral health care consultation
Psychological diagnostic methods and terminology
Cultural and social factors affecting behavior patterns
Wellness recovery and resiliency oriented strategies and supports
Dual recovery/cooccurring disorder treatment screening and assessment tools
Community needs resources and organizations related to behavioral health care
Clinical standards of practice and licensure requirements
Principles and practices of direct client service delivery
Principles of social needs problems attitudes and behavioral patterns.
Applicable federal state and local laws rules and regulations
Office administrative practices and procedures including records management and the operation of standard office equipment
Computer applications related to the work
Ability to:
Plan supervise review and evaluate the work of staff
Interpret explain and apply regulations policies and procedures
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Plan prioritize and organize
Analyze evaluate and make sound decisions
Prepare clear accurate and effective reports correspondence and other written materials
Demonstrate interpersonal sensitivity and work with a diverse population
Establish and maintain effective work relationships
BENEFITS
Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wideranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*:
For your Health & WellBeing
- Medical HMO & PPO Plans
- Dental HMO & PPO Plans
- Vision or Vision Reimbursement
- Share the Savings
- Basic Life Insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- County Allowance Credit
- Flexible Spending Accounts Health FSA Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
- ShortTerm Disability Insurance
- LongTerm Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits Accident Insurance Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
- Employee Assistance Program
For your Financial Future
- Retirement Plan (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
- Deferred Compensation Plan 457 Plan or Roth Plan)
For your Work/Life Balance
- 12 paid holidays
- Floating Holidays
- Vacation and sick leave accrual
- Vacation purchase program
- Management Paid Leave**
- Catastrophic Sick Leave
- Group Auto/Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Guaranteed Ride Home
- Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness Incentive Based Programs Gym Membership Discounts)
- Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks cell phone etc.
- Child Care Resources
- 1st United Services Credit Union
*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.
** Nonexempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave.
Conclusion
Alameda County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
