Behavioral Health Clinician

Job Description

Job Description

On Lok PACE

We are a non-profit committed to our participants.

Dedicated to The Care of Elders :

PACE ( P rogram of A ll-Inclusive C are for the E lderly) was developed to answer the many problems around caring for frail seniors.

The PACE model is centered on the belief that it is better for the well-being of seniors with chronic care needs and their families to be served in their community whenever possible.

Seniors, their family members, and caregivers face many issues, including transportation to appointments, management of medications, coordination of medical care from different specialists, lack of social interaction, and ability to stay alone at home.

On Lok PACE participants receive in home care services and transportation to a On Lok PACE center for primary medical care, social and recreational activities, and other senior care services.

We understand the importance of a system that works together. Your expertise, drive and passion can help us carry out our mission to improve lives and advance healthcare.

Join our team of leaders to begin a rewarding career!

POSITION SUMMARY : Under the supervision of the Director of Mental and Behavioral Health (MBH) this position participates in a multi-disciplinary team providing for evaluation, individual, family and group treatment, and case management of older adults who have mental health and behavioral management needs.

This position may also provide direct support for MBH program materials development and program implementation

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provides crisis intervention and management to prevent hospitalization.
• Performs intakes and assesses participants with psychiatric, psychological and / or behavioral management needs.
• Provides individual and / or family therapy for participants, their family or caregivers.
• Provides case management services as needed, including intensive case management, to include evaluations and service plan development.
• Coordinates with members of the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Leads therapy groups, for the treatment and monitoring of participants able to benefit from group therapy.
• Contributes to team meetings and case conferences through presentation of cases, discussion of clinical issues and exchange of information and ideas.
• Provides information regarding community resources to the general public as needed.
• Able to provide direct supervision to LCSW or MFT license eligible staff.
• Assist psychologist in developing and implementation of programs (e.g. behavior management program) and policies in support of the Mental and Behavioral Health Team
• Assist psychologist in providing supervision to mental health team staff and ensuring quality control for mental health services.
• Assist psychologist in assessing staff training requirements and create appropriate training programs and materials in the area of mental health.
• May help plan, develop, and administer staff training seminars and materials
• All other reasonably related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (knowledge, skills, abilities) :

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology
• 1 year experience with geriatric population or in long-term care setting.
• Comprehensive range of mental health and substance abuse counseling, assessment and crisis intervention skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, including ability to work cooperatively on an interdisciplinary team, and to work with clients who manifest complex psychosocial issues.
• Ability to work with various ethnic backgrounds and cultural orientations.
• Bilingual ability may be required for certain positions / assignments.

On Lok's Employee Benefits include (eligible for any position for 20 hr / wk or more) :

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Retirement Savings Plan 403(b) and Term Life / AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Checks, MLA scholarships, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance and additional discounts
• Holidays (10 per year), vacation time, sick leave, and long-term disability insurance

Your final compensation offer will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, education, and licenses / certifications.

The pay range is expressed as an hourly rate regardless of FLSA status. Exempt positions are paid salaried and are not subject to overtime.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and state and federal laws (including federal PACE requirements at 42 CFR 460.

64(a); 460.68(a), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

On Lok is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, age, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions and / or to receive other terms, privileges or benefits of employment please contact Recruitment ([email protected]).

Job Posted by ApplicantPro