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We are looking for dynamic, committed individuals to join our team. If you want to be part of the solution to solving homelessness in our community, we are looking for your talent and expertise as we transform and empower the lives of people with mental illness by supporting independence and preventing homelessness.
Title:Clinical Director (MUST be Licensed)
Program(s) and Location: Hope Inspire (Woodland, CA) and Hope ACT (West Sacramento, CA)
Schedule: Full-time exempt, Monday- Friday, may require working some evenings and weekend schedules
Pay rate: $6,446.38 monthly (paid semi-monthly at $3223.19; up to $77,356.56) for associate licensure (AMFT, ACSW, etc.) and $7,972.64 monthly (paid semi-monthly at $3986.32; up to $95,671.68) for full licensure (LMFT, LCSW, etc.)
Benefits: HOPE Cooperative (aka TLCS, Inc.) offers a competitive benefits package consisting of, but not limited to, the following, and may be subject to change:
- 21 PTO days per year (4 weeks & 1 day)
- 26 PTO days after the 5th year (5 weeks & 1 day)
- 6 days paid sick time
- 10 paid holidays
- 1 Personal Day
- Leadership Development!
- Reimbursements!
- Loan Forgiveness!
- Employer-paid health insurance for employees and children
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401k match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Regular hourly wage step scale increases
- Flexible start/end times for some positions
- iPhone with unlimited data for personal/professional use and laptop for some positions
- Clinical Supervision towards licensure (for certain positions and upon approval)
- CEU days for certain positions
- Free CEUs for certain positions
- Annual BBQ and staff appreciation awards
- Annual Gift Card Program
- Referral Bonuses
- Transfer Sick Time Hours to PTO Hours
- PTO Cash Out
- Voluntary Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Disability Insurance and more.
* All benefit offerings are subject to change and are governed by the eligibility guidelines in the Employee Handbook. This list represents a general summary of available benefits and nothing stated here should be interpreted as being included in a written offer for employment.
Position Description:
The Clinical Director is responsible for ensuring program quality, maintaining Agency standards, ensuring contractual compliance and providing some community relations and outreach. Additionally, this position is responsible for completing all internal and external quality assurance activities per Sacramento County Mental Health Plan and overseeing the procedures for maintaining accurate and up-to-date program records. The Clinical Director ensures that Best Practices of mental health recovery are taught and implemented.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (includes the following; other duties may be assigned)
- Support individuals with active listening, demonstrate empathy, and carry a message of hope and recovery.
- Provide client assessments and formulate service plans regarding intensive long or short-term treatment.
- Observe, assess, intervene, and refer (within one’s scope of practice) in situations with clients regarding mental health symptoms, physical health symptoms, and substance use issues.
- Assists clients and family/caregivers in understanding treatment and the use of therapy and medication. Deliver therapeutic services to clients and family/caregivers, including but not limited to, individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy.
- Works with a multi-disciplinary team to provide integrated psychosocial rehabilitative services and attend meetings to ensure continuity of care for clients.
- Reviews client assessments, client plans, and progress notes to assist PSCs with training and accuracy to meet Medi-Cal billing standards.
- Participates in the internal and county utilization review process.
- Accurately complete all necessary forms, reports, and paperwork required by the program on a timely basis (e.g., progress notes, special incident reports, discharge summaries, Medi-Cal billing, Avatar forms, and HMIS).
- Acts as a designated Mandated Reporter for the observed or suspected abuse and/or neglect of children, disabled individuals, dependent adults, and elder/senior citizens. Mandated Reporter also includes “Duty to Warn” which includes the responsibility to notify authorities and the intended victim(s) of physical harm.
- Coordinates, or assist in, special research or projects when needed or assigned, including creating, preparing, and distributing special reports.
- Ensure the protection and confidentiality of all Protected Health Information (PHI) by following all policies and procedures in the agency HIPAA Manual.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Directly supervises employees, students, and/or interns as assigned according to program needs. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Education and/or Experience:
- Master’s Degree in the field of psychology, counseling, or social work.
- Two (2) years of professional experience in a mental health-related setting providing direct services.
- Knowledge of the theories, principles, and techniques of family, group, and individual therapy, as well as the planning, development, and implementation of comprehensive service plans.
- Experience supervising staff is desirable.
- Knowledge of principles and techniques of diagnostic assessment and interviewing, and the social psychological, and physical aspects of mental disorders.
- Experience with Medi-Cal requirements is desirable.
- Work experience with persons who have substance abuse problems, preferably individuals who are dually diagnosed (mental health & substance abuse) is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of 12-Step Programs and/or personal experience with substance abuse recovery is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated knowledge of group work principles and the ability to work effectively with groups.
- Consumer of mental health services or a family member of a mental health consumer is desirable.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
- Must meet the qualifications of a Licensed Professional of the Healing Arts (LPHA), possessing a valid California License in one of the following professional categories:
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT),
- Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) OR
- Be in the final stages of the process of obtaining licensure for any of the above-stated professions and be registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences.
- Possess a valid California Driver’s License and current vehicle insurance. Driving records must meet, and continue to meet, the underwriting standards established by the generalized driving guidelines used by our insurance broker. Must provide proof of insurance.
- Must have at least 3 or more years of driving experience.
Other Skills, Abilities, and Job Requirements
- Ability to pass clearance of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and/or Department of Justice (DOJ) background screenings.
HOPE Cooperative (aka TLCS, Inc.) is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Our agency embraces a diverse & culturally rich workforce, and we welcome all candidates to apply.
To apply visit Hope Cooperative - Online Career Center
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
