Clinician

Position Title: Clinician

Program/Dept: MHRC
Reports to: Clinical Director
Classification: Regular fulltime exempt
Salary: $86k - $90k DOEE & Benefits

About Us: Caminar is a leading behavioral health organization that supports youth and adults across multiple counties in Northern California and the San Francisco Bay Area. Caminar builds strength and stability through comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment and wrap-around services delivered through evidence-based whole-person care. Founded in 1964 Caminars vision is to be a beacon of safety compassion and fulfillment supporting all those in our communities who need it most. Our mission is to build strength and stability through comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment delivered through evidence-based whole-person care.

Caminar values diversity. People of all races ethnicities countries of origin faiths abilities sexual orientations and gender identities are welcome here. To learn more please visit .

Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Clinical Director the Social Worker will provide support and assistance to psychiatrically disabled individuals who receive services at Willow MHRC to affect both the clients successful transition into the program and to the next appropriate level of care after leaving Willow MHRC. This position will further promote continuity for an integrated service system.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Developandmaintainarespectfulcaringtolerantethicalandempowering relationship withallindividualsserved.
• Establishandmaintainclearandeffectivecommunicationswithclientsensurethattheirneedsaremetassisttheminthedevelopmentandimplementationoftheirtreatmentplansandpreparethemforthenextlevelofcareorotherdischargeoptions.
• Educateclientsabouttheirdischargeoptionsincluding housingeducationemploymenttreatmentandsupportservices.
• InconcertwithtreatmentteamsfromCountyBHRSandCBOCaseManagerseducateclientsaboutandassistclientsinthecompletionoftasksthatwillincreasetheirdischargeplacementoptions;including housingandprogramsearchesparticipatingindrugandalcoholtreatmentgaining employmentorotherconstructivedayactivityanddevelopinganetworkofsupportasneededbytheindividual.
• Providesupporttoclienttofacilitateprocessestosecurehousingoptionsandjobopportunitiesasauthorized by the conservator.
• Facilitatecommunication between clientsand theirtreatmentteam/conservator/othersupportsto ensureadvocacyforclient preferencesandclear communicationoftreatmentteam/conservatorplanstoclientsregarding dischargeplacement.
• Coordinatedischargeplacementreferralswithtreatment teams/conservatorstoensurereferrals aremadeearly inclientsstayandtotrackchangesindischargeplansandreferralefforts;trackand facilitatethedischargeplacementreferralprocesstoreduceand resolveobstaclesintheprocess.
• ReportstatusofdischargeplanandprogresstowardsdischargedatetoFUM team.
• EnsurethatdischargeplaniscreatedwithandauthorizedbyCountyBHRSFacilitiesUtilizationManagement(FUM)-beingthatwouldaffectdischargeplan timelines.
• Developmaintainandadvanceexcellentworking relationshipswithclientsestablished treatmentserviceandsupportprovidersincludingcasemanagersconservatorsprobationandparoleofficerssocialworkersfamilyand FUM.
• Developmaintainandadvanceexcellentrelationshipswithprovidersofhousingandprogramplacementsincluding transitionalprogramssheltersboardand caresskillednursing facilitiesthecountyhousing authorityand Caminarshousing coordinator.
• Completepsychosocial admission weekly program progress notes and participate in treatment plan reviews.
• Coordinatethescheduleofclient dischargeswithprogramadmission needsworking closelywith FUMand outpatientcasemanagertracking progressofplan fortransitionand dischargeaccording tosettimelines.
• Assistprogram managementinensuring compliancewith allagencypoliciesandprocedurescontractualagreementslicensingandcertification requirementsandlocalstateandfederallawsand regulations.
• Provide one-to-oneand group counseling toprogramclientsasassignedandasnecessary.
• Provideaccuratetimelyand completetransferofprogramandclientinformation tootherstaffduringshiftchanges.
• Providecrisisinterventionasnecessary.
• Assistprogram managementtocreateandmaintainasafeandlegal workingenvironment freeofhostilityharassmentand discrimination.
• Participateinstaffandsupervisionmeetingsandattendothermeetingsasassigned.
• Attendtraining eventsasassigned completingaminimumoftwenty(20)hoursofin-servicetraining annually.
• Promotewithintheagencyandthepublicthephilosophyandpracticeofsocialrehabilitation.
• Activelynurtureandadvancethecooperativeharmoniousandteamwork-orientedenvironment Caminarstrivestopromotewithin theworkplace; Through dailyeffortsand presentation promoteanatmosphereofdignityandrespectinlinewiththeorganizationsmissionphilosophypoliciesandprocedures.
• Maintain registration or license with BBS required to provide the functions of this position
• Performotherrelateddutiesresponsibilitiesandspecial projectsasassigned.

Qualifications & Skills: Must be passionate about Caminars mission.

• Masters degree in social sciences psychology or related behavioral health field is required. Must be BBS license eligible. ASW/AMFT strongly preferred.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of full-time experience or its part-time equivalent working in a mental health program serving persons with severe and persistent mental disabilities. Such experience shall be in the direct provision of services to a programs identified clients or residents. A bachelors degree with a major in psychology social work or behavioral sciences may be substituted for the two (2) years of full-time work experience or its part-time equivalent.
• Experience working in a County System of Care and knowledge of San Mateo local resources is preferred.
• Must have excellent computer skills including extensive work with Microsoft Office (Word Excel Publisher et cetera).
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality a professional demeanor and to always represent the organization in a positive manner.
• Must demonstrate acceptable level of maturity good judgment and emotional stability.
• Problem solvingidentifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Customer Servicemanages difficult customer situations responds promptly to customer needs and solicits customer feedback to improve service.
• Oral and written communicationspeaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations demonstrates group presentation skills and conducts meetings. Completes written progress notes and other formal communications skillfully and professionally.
• Quality managementlooks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Planning/organizingprioritizes and plans work activities uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
• Adaptabilityadapts to changes in the work environment manages competing demands and can deal with frequent change delays or unexpected events.
• Dependabilityis consistently at work and on time follows instructions responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Safety and securityactively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.
• Must be a dynamic self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently on special projects.

Position Requirements:

• Physical: Occasionally required to push/pull objects up to 50 lbs. and to lift/carry objects up to 25 lbs. Frequently required to perform moderately difficult manipulative tasks such as typing writing etc. Must be able to walk stand and sit for extended periods.
• Sensory: Frequently required to read documents written reports and plans. Must be able to distinguish normal sounds with some background noise as in answering the phone interacting with residents and staff etc. Must be able to speak clearly and understand/be understood using the English language.
• Cognitive: Frequently required to concentrate on moderate detail with constant interruption. Must be able to attend a task/function for 20-45 minutes at a time. Frequently required to understand and relate to specific ideas several at a time. Must be able to remember multiple tasks/assignments given to self and others over a period of several days.
• Environmental Conditions: Frequent exposure to varied office and mixed (residential/office) environments. Occasional exposure to toxins and poisonous substances dust and loud noises.
• Equipment: Frequently required to use a computer phone and fax machine.

Essential Requirements:

• Must be able to meet and receivea criminal records clearance as required by Title XXII other licensing regulations and Caminar practices.
• This position may require limited occasional or frequent driving. If required a valid California drivers license a reliable personal vehicle and current personal auto insurance is required by addition an MVR sufficient to obtain and maintain insurability under agency auto liability policies are all essential job requirements.
• Must be able to passpost offer pre-employment medical and drug tests as required under State Community Care Licensing regulations and/or agency policies.
• If applicable a personal cell phone with reliable service and a data plan to use for business purposes.
• May be required to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification.