Behavioral Health Specialist III - Blythe
Behavioral Health Specialist III - Blythe
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ABOUT THE POSITION
- The Riverside University Health Systems Behavioral Health Mobile Crisis Program is currently recruiting for a Behavioral Health Specialist III position for Blythe.
Desired Qualifications:Spanish Bilingual Preferred
Alcohol and other Drug certification
Field work experience
Work Schedule: 4/10 Sunday Wednesday 9:30am8pm
Extra Differential: 5.5% BH 5.5% Mobile Crisis
A valid CADL is required.
The Behavioral Health Specialist III will be expected to use motivational enhanced techniques when performing multidimensional Substance Use screenings with clients. The incumbents for these positions will make referrals and work with contracted providers so that clients can receive the appropriate level of care.
Candidates are required to be registered or certified at date of application as an Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Counselor and to have a valid Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) certification or registration in accordance with the certification requirements as pursuant to Sections(a) and 11834.50 of the California Health and Safety Code and Sectionsand 10564 of the California Code of Regulations through either the California Consortium of Addictions Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) or the California Association of DUI Treatment Programs or Addiction Counselor Certification Board of California (ACCBC).
Meet the Team!
RUHSBehavioral HealthUnder general supervision teams with behavioral health professionals in planning and providing behavioral health services; provides general counseling case management community outreach and prevention services; and performs other related duties as required.
The Behavioral Health Specialist III is the journey level classification in the Behavioral Health Specialist series and reports to a supervisory or midlevel manager position. Incumbents team with behavioral health professionals in the provision of client or participant treatment and prevention services to directly assist clients or participants in the utilization of appropriate community resources provide education and information to the community and provide support encouragement advocacy and related services in order to assist the client or participant in coping with immediate situations with no attempt to modify or change the consumers personality structure. The Behavioral Health Specialist series differs from the Clinical Therapist series in that the latter due to advanced education and experience uses independent judgment in making diagnoses developing treatment plans and providing a wide range and variety of behavioral health services including psychotherapy.
The Behavioral Health Specialist III is distinguished from the Behavioral Health Specialist II class by the formers assignment of primary case responsibilities in the Substance Abuse Program and the specialized knowledge and skills required to work with alcoholics drug abusers and other substance abusers and to deliver effective prevention class is further distinguished by the responsibility of providing one or more types of client services including screening and referral to a variety of substance abuse programs substance abuse counseling community outreach and prevention activities. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Interview evaluate and counsel clients relative to alcoholism or drug abuse.
Refer clients to County operated and/or community treatment facilities (e.g. detoxification centers hospitals recovery homes residential treatment programs or DUI program providers).
Provide individual and group counseling sessions for clients and their families affected by substance abuse.
Participate in joint Countycommunity agency efforts in providing educational and prevention services to control and prevent substance abuse.
Under direct supervision monitor and evaluate program providers and determine compliance with program requirements; assist in planning organizing coordinating and implementing program design within the program; assist in resolving crises for clients and their families.
Participate in substance abuse treatment and prevention programs; conduct community visits to assist substance abuse clients and their families achieve success in the program.
Monitor clients course after discharge to ensure continuum of care and provide for adjustment.
Under supervision may monitor a variety of County and state mandated program providers by conducting site visits and record reviews to ensure compliance with County and state mandates.
Assist in making preliminary recommendations as to the appropriateness and quality of treatment and prevention services; may analyze new and current legislation on the delivery of program services.
Provide educational presentations on the abuse of alcohol and other drugs.
Prepare and maintain records reports and correspondence regarding substance abuse cases; maintain records on client case work.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- OPTION I
Experience: One year of providing individual or group counseling to individuals in a substance abuse treatment program/facility which must have included responsibility for assessing evaluating and making referrals either individually or as part of a team led by a substance abuse or medical professional for substance abuse clients.
Certificate: Incumbents are required to be registered by the date of hire with an Alcohol and Other Drug certification in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 11833(b)(1).
OPTION II
Certificate: Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Counselor Certification.
ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of: Basic principles and practices involved in improving behavioral health; laws rules and regulations governing a public substance abuse agency; counseling techniques applicable to substance abuse treatment and prevention; social cultural psychological and economic factors relating to substance abuse; public agency community resources community based support systems and their functions; use of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) screening criteria for consumer placement into appropriate levels of care; providing appropriate services for consumers with cooccurring SUD and MH disorders; tenets of providing traumainformed care; medications used for Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services; laws and ethics involved in the provision of substance use services.
Ability to: Work effectively with a variety of different agencies organizations and individuals; interview and evaluate clients experiencing substance abuse problems; counsel and guide clients toward independence from substance abuse; assess and monitor program providers and develop recommendations; communicate effectively in verbal and written form; assist in the development and implementation of new ideas methods and programs related to substance abuse treatment and substance abuse prevention; match multidimensional severity and level of function with type and intensity of service; provide integrated services.
Experience: One year providing direct evidencebased prevention services in a recognized substance abuse prevention program.
ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of: Basic principles and practices involved in improving behavioral health; laws rules and regulations governing a public substance abuse agency; counseling techniques applicable to substance abuse treatment and prevention; social cultural psychological and economic factors relating to substance abuse; public agency community resources community based support systems and their functions.
Ability to: Work effectively with a variety of different agencies organizations and individuals; interview and evaluate clients experiencing substance abuse problems; counsel and guide clients toward independence from substance abuse; assess and monitor program providers and develop recommendations; communicate effectively in verbal and written form; assist in the development and implementation of new ideas methods and programs related to substance abuse treatment and substance abuse prevention. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
For specific questions regarding this position contact Jesus Colin at.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member4 Form DD214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C3 is available here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other nonjobrelated factors.PreEmployment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of preemployment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A preemployment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
