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Job Location drjobs

La Quinta, CA - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 67829 - 89535

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Associate Behavioral Health Specialist

The WelbeHealth PACE program helps seniors stay in their homes and communities by providing medical care and community-based services. We like to do things a little differently going the extra mile and making a difference in our participants lives.

The Associate Behavioral Health Specialist (ABHS) is accountable for providing behavioral health counseling services under an LCSW level or equivalent clinician in accordance with supervisory requirements from the Licensure Board. The ABHS will work with participants identified by the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to deliver behavioral health assessments counseling crisis interventions and other therapeutic interventions. The ABHS will work independently with clinical supervision and oversight and will be eligible to accrue clinical hours required for Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensure. The ABHS will collaborate with the PACE physician social worker consulting psychiatrist or psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and other IDT members as necessary.

Essential Job Duties:

  • Conduct behavioral health assessments and treatment planning under the guidance of an LCSW level or equivalent clinician in accordance with supervisory requirements from the Licensure Board to determine participants needs preferences and goals and to develop and implement tailored treatment plans
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of counseling sessions including progress notes treatment goals and any changes in participant status under the guidance of a licensed BHS while following protocols and legal requirements
  • Provide individual counseling using various therapeutic modalities under the supervision of an LCSW level or equivalent clinician in accordance with supervisory requirements from the Licensure Board with focus on active listening problem-solving and helping participants to set and achieve therapeutic goals
  • Facilitate therapeutic groups in various forms as appropriate to enhance participants overall well-being under the supervision of an LCSW level or equivalent clinician in accordance with supervisory requirements from the Licensure Board
  • Provide mental health crisis interventions; recognize signs of crisis situations and provide initial guidance while escalating to licensed BHS as needed
  • Engage in regular supervision and team meetings with an LCSW level or equivalent clinician in accordance with supervisory requirements from the Licensure Board to discuss participant progress treatment plans and any challenges encountered in therapy sessions
  • Work under the supervision of an LCSW level or equivalent clinician in accordance with supervisory requirements from the Licensure Board receiving regular guidance to ensure professional growth and compliance with clinical best practices; actively participate and engage in clinical supervision contributing to the accrual of clinical hours for LCSW licensure

Job Requirements:

  • Masters degree in social work (MSW) or marriage and family therapy (MFT)
  • Completed state Law and Ethics Exam and issued Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) Registration Number in good standing through Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS)
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience providing direct services to people with chronic mental illness and substance abuse issues
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with a frail or elderly population
  • Excellent clinical organizational and communication skills in settings with frail elderly participants their families and IDT members
  • Ability to facilitate problem-solving with challenging psychosocial and family situations

Benefits of Working at WelbeHealth: Apply your behavioral health expertise in new ways as we rapidly expand. You will have the opportunity to design the way we work in the context of an encouraging and loving environment where every person feels uniquely cared for.

  • Medical insurance coverage (Medical Dental Vision)
  • Work/life balance we mean it! 17 days of personal time off (PTO) 12 holidays observed annually and sick time
  • Advancement opportunities - weve got a track record of hiring and promoting from within meaning you can create your own path!
  • And additional benefits

Salary/Wage base range for this role is $67829 - $89535 / year Bonus Equity. WelbeHealth offers competitive total rewards package that includes 401k match healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other qualifications.

Compensation

$67829 - $89535 USD

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

At WelbeHealth our mission is to unlock the full potential of our vulnerable this spirit please note that we have a vaccination policy for all our employees and proof of vaccination or a vaccine declination form will be required prior to employment. WelbeHealth maintains required infection control and PPE standards and has requirements relevant to all team members regarding vaccinations.

Our Commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion

At WelbeHealth we embrace and cherish the diversity of our team members and were committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. Were proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People seeking employment at WelbeHealth are considered without regard to race color religion sex gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation marital or veteran status age national origin ancestry citizenship physical or mental disability medical condition genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) pregnancy or other status protected by applicable law.

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