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Form of workSierra Meadows Foundation was formed in conjunction with Sierra Meadows Behavioral Health to reach the underserved in our community. At our flagship location, Birdie Lou Counseling Center, we provide free outpatient mental health services to our community and serve as a training facility for masters-level therapists. Through strong partnerships with universities and local agencies, we have made a large impact in the community in just 15 short months of being in operation. Our team is truly something special, composed of individuals from all disciplinary backgrounds and walks of life who have come together because of a passion to provide high quality mental health services to folks who need it the most. Learn more about our mission and core values at www.sierrameadowsfoundation.org.
We're seeking a licensed and experienced Clinical Director who will have complete clinical oversight of Birdie Lou Counseling Center by managing an individual caseload of interns as well as providing oversight for our team of Clinical Supervisors. Day-to-day responsibilities include supervision of clinical staff (supervisors and interns), directing client care, providing case consultations and ensuring quality clinical programming. The Clinical Director is also hands-on in the treatment of clients with mental health concerns, conducting individual, group, couples/family therapy, and case management as needed. This position requires active CA licensure and the ability to supervise.
The Clinical Director position has the option to be part time (25 hours per week) or full time, depending on candidate preference. Some work during normal business hours (M-F) is required, but a flexible schedule including evenings & weekends may be considered. This is an in-person position, located at Birdie Lou Counseling Center at 2940 N Fresno Street, Fresno, CA 93703.
COMPETENCIES
- Ability to multi-task, manage client care, and maintain company standards.
- Desire to assist those with mental health concerns.
- Ability to manage screening, assessment, individualized treatment planning, crisis intervention, group and individual counseling, case management, referral, discharge summaries, clinical documentation, utilization reviews, and professional ethics.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all staff, supervisors, managed health care clinicians, and medical and mental health professionals.
- Ability to positively interact and develop rapport with patients and their families.
- Ability to develop systems and methodologies for continuous improvement of program and treatment modalities.
- Ability to maintain a positive culture of care that is conducive for maximum benefit of both clients, staff, and interns.
- Understanding of diverse cultures and gender specific issues and ability to incorporate the needs of gender and culturally diverse groups.
Keywords: mental health, behavioral health, therapy, Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), psychiatrist, outpatient treatment
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- At least 4 years' clinical experience, including experience in a behavioral health care setting.
- Supervisory experience of 2 years or more preferred.
- Computer literacy in electronic medical records, Microsoft Office, and email required.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Current state license as a mental health therapist (e.g. Psychologist, LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC).
- Obtain a health clearance form from a medical provider.
- Obtain a negative tuberculosis screening.
- Valid Driver's License.
- Ability to lift/carry 20 pounds.
- Ability to engage in frequent computer work.
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