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CommuniCare Health Centers is a Federally Qualified Health Center providing comprehensive patient-centered primary care services including medical, dental, substance abuse treatment, behavioral health and outreach services to low income, multi-ethnic, uninsured and underinsured populations. We strive to provide culturally-responsive, Trauma-Informed, and outcome driven care by utilizing an integrated, collaborative, and strength-based approach.

The Behavioral Health Lead Clinician reports directly to the Navigation Center Supervisor. Clinician provides individual triage, crisis, assessment, and referral coordination services for those experiencing moderate to severe mental health symptoms and conditions. In absence of supervisor, serves as primary contact and support for staff, clients, and community partners.

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CommuniCare Health Centers provides an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and life experience.* CommuniCare encourages people of all backgrounds to apply including, but not limited to those who identify as: Black, indigenous, people of color, LGBTQIA+ persons, immigrants, refugees, women, people with disabilities, veterans, individuals of all ages and religions, as well as those who have experienced the criminal justice system._

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About us*
We are a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and have been providing care to Yolo County residents since 1972. Like other community health centers, we provide care to anyone that walks through our doors and are located in all major cities within Yolo County (Davis, Woodland and West Sacramento) and provide services throughout Yolo County. The community health center movement was born out of the civil rights movement in the 1960s with the mission to provide healthcare in communities where there are few or no options for care. Our mission is rooted in the philosophy that health care is a right, not a privilege. We serve and provide care for those disproportionally impacted by the social determinants of health.

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OUR BENEFITS:*

• Medical Insurance: Kaiser, Sutter Health Plus, Wester Health Advantage
• Dental/Vision
• Flexible Spending Plan (before-tax savings plans)
• Employee Assistance
• Retirement 403b (including match)
• Robust PTO, Floating Holiday, Emergency Sick Time, & Paid Holidays

SALARY:

• Exempt position
• Starting pay within this range will vary depending on the job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The pay range for this position is:
• ASW/AMFT/APCC: $64,480-$73,500 annually
• LCSW/LMFT/LPCC: $76,500-$85,000 annually

• May be eligible for annual 2% + 0-2% merit-based pay adjustment (0-4%).

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:

• We are an eligible NHSC (National Health Service Core) approved loan repayment site and are proud to have a HPSA score of 20.
• Yearly $500 CEU credit and licensure fees paid by organization as it relates to the job
• Professional training and/or conference/travel fees paid by organization
• Opportunity for annual merit increase and pay for performance if annual performance goals met
• Resilience/ professional development support opportunities, including but not limited to: Licensed clinical consultation group, group team meetings, Persons of Color Coalition and specialized clinical consultation group for those providing services in Spanish.

Schedule: 40 hours per week M-F, 1 Saturday rotation per month. Primary site is in Davis, CA, some travel to Woodland and West Sacramento may be required.

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Essential Functions*
The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

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Clinician is a member of the Navigation Center team and is responsible for: responding to crisis, triaging client needs and conducting comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments for clients experiencing moderate to severe mental health symptoms and conditions, care coordination and referral, understanding billing structure, and how to correctly utilize and interpret ICD10 and DSM5 codes and criteria.

• In the absence of Integrated Behavioral Health Supervisor, Lead Clinician is responsible for day-to-day operations of Navigation Center and own job duties. May include staff support, clinical consultation, and decision making.
• Communicate proactively with supervisor, support with problem solving and program development efforts, and serve as role model for professional and mission driven conduct.
• Represent CommuniCare and program at community events, meetings, and workgroups.
• Collaborate directly with program case managers, peer partners, supervisor, community stakeholders, and the Yolo County Department of Health and Human Services to coordinate long term follow-up and care.
• Complete clinical documentation within 48 hours of services in accordance with working hours and agency, county, and contract requirements.
• Provide culturally responsive group counseling, assessment, and activity services for diverse populations with a wide range of needs/acuity.
• Monitors patient charts to ensure the timely placement of all correspondence, completes all screening and data collection tools, tracks caseload, and completes discharges according to protocol and best practices. Participate in quality assurance and improvement efforts.
• Manage complex caseload, direct service, and administrative duties in fast-paced setting.
• Respond to and manage crisis situations according to agency guidelines and legal/ethical mandates, including assessing and writing 5150 holds.
• Works with clients to establish short-term goals and safety planning. Clinician is responsible for detecting emotional, psychological, and physical risk factors and danger signals. Clinician is non-judgmental and offers feedback and support to clients.
• Provides information to clients including treatment alternatives, referrals, and other community resources.
• Responsible for remaining within the legal/ethical standards, including confidentiality and HIPPA.
• established in the field, including those of confidentiality, mandated reporting, and Tarasoff.
• Responsible for understanding, explaining and enforcing all rules and regulations associated with clinic policy.
• Compile and report on outcome data as required.
• Attend clinical supervision/consultation, weekly staff meetings, meetings with community partners, training as arranged/required.
• Maintains current license/registration in good standing, submits all CEU and training certifications to HR.
• Responsible for maintaining the standards as listed in the_ CommuniCare Health Centers Policies and Procedures_, and any other standards which may apply to this position.
• Other projects as may be assigned.
• May require direct transportation of clients as part of navigating services and appointments.

Education & Experience: LCSW/LMFT/LPCC preferred. Will consider ASW/AMFT/APCC registered with BBS with strong experience. Applicants must have a strong background in mental health assessment and crisis management.

Special Skills/Equipment: Bilingual preferred, Spanish/English strongly preferred. Computer skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Must provide current driver license and auto insurance, ability to travel in Yolo County (West Sacramento, Davis, Woodland).

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Expectations: *Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team. Ability to problem solve and be self-motivated. Understanding and use of DSM 5 and ICD10. Intermediate computer proficiency required. Must have a commitment to excellence and high standards. Must have excellent written and oral skills, strong organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and workflow. Required to have versatility, flexibility and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm and have strong attention to detail. Expected to have excellent interpersonal skills with a variety of persons from varying backgrounds and experiences. Needs the ability to understand and follow written/verbal instructions. Able to work independently with little or no direct supervision. Required to have the ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels and with external stakeholders. Must have a commitment to excellence and dedication to serving at-risk and vulnerable populations including those experiencing: homelessness, mental illness, cognitive delays, legal involvement, and extreme poverty. When safe to do so, transporting clients may be required.

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Physical Requirements: **The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to operate office equipment, including computer equipment. Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time, with occasional walking. Requires a moderate level of mobility, dexterity, and flexibility in order to perform essential functions. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, reach with hands and arms, and to lift 15 lbs. Hearing and close vision abilities required. Work is performed in a typical office environment with moderate equipment noise. Travel to other agency sites required. Able to provide services outdoors during all seasons as safe to do so.

COMPLETED COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIRED

Pay: $67,704.00 - $99,750.00 per year

Work Location: One location

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