Mental Health Therapist IV - Saginaw, United States - SAGINAW COUNTY COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY

Description

SCCMHA JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT




CLASSIFICATION:
Mental Health Therapist IV




PAY GRADE:
$64, $80,701.57 Annually



$6,000 Recruitment Bonus for Clinical Master level new hires ($2,000 paid at start, $2,000 paid after 3 months, and $2,000 paid after successful probation period.)

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GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:


POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Mental Health Supervisor (State Facility & Forensic Intensive Case Management) and/or (Community Support Services), provides case management services to a small number of adults with mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders working towards recovery.

Also actively participates in the development and implementation of evidence based practices. Provides clinical support to the Community Support Services (CSS) team. Will be the lead clinician for multiple evidence based practice groups.

This position will be knowledgeable about and actively support culturally competent recovery based practices; person centered planning as a shared decision making process with the individual, who defines his/her life goals and is assisted in developing a unique path toward those goals; and a trauma informed culture of safety to aid consumer in the recovery process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Provides clinical support and consultation to the CSS team providing services to adults with mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders working toward recovery.
• Will work closely with the CSS Supervisor to support the development and implementation of evidence based practices.
• Will be the lead clinician for multiple evidence base practice groups.
• Will provide case management services to a small case load of individuals with mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders working toward recovery.
• Works closely with the Peer Support Specialists on the team to assure consumers have access to these services to support their journey toward recovery.
• Will utilize person centered planning principles to assist the consumer in the development of a treatment plan that supports the consumers dreams/desires and recovery.
• Responsible for thorough documentation of the person centered plan and individual outcomes assuring that the documentation supports the medical necessity for services requested.
• Responsible for seeking authorization for all services in a timely manner.
• May prepare court order reports and testify in court proceedings as required.
• Links consumers to needed services.
• Monitors services in a variety of settings (home, work, community) with a minimal amount of case management services occurring in the office setting.
• Works closely with the psychiatrist on the team to keep the psychiatrist updated on the individuals response to medication.
• When a person resides in a residential setting, assures the treatment plan addresses the services to be provided by the home and that staff are inserviced on the plan.
• Adheres to the mission, vision, core values and operating principles of SCCMHA at all times.

INCIDENTAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• May address community groups or organizations.
• May attend quality assurance meetings, case consultation meetings and staff meetings.
• Attends in-service training, seminars, conferences, and workshops in order to sustain professional competency.
• Reacts productively to change and handles other essential tasks as assigned.
• Reports in a timely and accurate manner all services provided.

(The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of personnel so classified.)


REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:


Reports to:
Mental Health Supervisor III (Community Support Services) or (State Facility & Forensic Intensive Case Management)


Supervises:
None


WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT:

Works in clinic setting and provides counseling to mentally ill/developmentally disabled/chemically dependent individuals. Close contact with consumers who may have a communicable disease, and who may be hostile, aggressive, and/or potentially violent. Works at computer intermittently throughout the workday. May be require travel to multiple locations, sometimes in bad weather.


QUALIFICATIONS:


Education:
Master's degree in a mental health related field from an accredited school.

Experience:

A minimum of three (3) years relevant professional clinical experience, in mental health treatment programs, serving adults with serious mental illness.

Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Michigan Driver's license with a good driving record.

A limited licensed master's social worker (LLMSW), licensed master's social worker (LMSW), limited licensed professional counselor (LLPC), licensed professional counselor (LPC), limited licensed marriage and family therapist (LLMFT), licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), limited licensed psychologist (LLP) and licensed psychologist (LP).

Must have or be able to obtain a certification in substance abuse treatment specialist area.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of mental illness, developmental disabilities, chemical dependency.
• Competency in diverse treatment techniques.
• Ability to function independently and to communicate effectively in both verbal and written format.
• Ability to work in crisis situations with considerable stress.
• Ability to understand individuals from all social, economic and cultural backgrounds.
• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word and Excel and computer keyboard skills.

Physical/Mental Requirements:

• Hearing acuity to converse in person and on telephone.
• Visual Acuity to observe consumers behavior, read and proofread documents and use CRT.
• Ability to walk, stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Manual dexterity to write and to operate standard office equipment (PC, Keyboard, Copy Machine, Fax Machine, etc.)
• Ability to lift and carry files and supplies at least 20 pounds.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with leadership, employees, consumers and the general public.
• Analytical skills necessary to conduct research, analyze, and interpret complex data and identify and solve problems by proposing courses of action.
• Ability to plan short and long range and to manage and schedule time.
• Ability to handle stress in meeting deadlines and dealing with large numbers of employees and/or consumers.

(Listed qualifications are for guidance in filling this position. Any combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered; however, mandatory licensing or certification requirements cannot be waived. Physical/mental requirements cannot be waived unless specifically indicated.)


EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

Saginaw County Community Mental Health Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer

A person with a disability or handicap requiring accommodation for completing the application process should notify the Human Resource Office at as soon as possible.

Saginaw County Community Mental Health Authority (SCCMHA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is the policy of SCCMHA to afford equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital or familial status, height, weight, disability, genetics or handicap.

Michigan law requires that a person with a disability or handicap requiring accommodation for employment must notify the employer in writing within 182 days after the need is known.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 states that employers must require all persons hired to submit documents to the employer showing their identity and their right to be lawfully employed in the United States.

It also requires that the employee complete and sign a government form to this effect.

If you are offered a position by SCCMHA, you will need to furnish documents for inspection that verify your identity and indicate that you are legally permitted to work in the United States.

Documents that are acceptable include your driver's license, or state issued I.D., and your Social Security card or birth certificate.

These documents must be provided within three (3) working days of employment. If the original documents are not available, you must submit proof that you have applied for the required documents.

I certify that the facts set forth in my Application of Employment, in my resume and in the other materials I have submitted are true and complete.

I understand that any false, misleading or incomplete information may result in disqualification from employment with SCCMHA or in dismissal from employment if an offer of employment has been made and accepted.

I hereby authorize SCCMHA to contact all my former and current employers, educational institutions, relevant Office of Recipient Rights, and the other references I have provided regarding me and my performance record and work, academic and/or military experience.

I hereby authorize my current and former employers, and the Office of Recipient Rights, to disclose to SCCMHA all requested information, including but not limited to, any information concerning any unprofessional conduct by me, and to make available to SCCMHA copies of all documents maintained in my personnel or other records, including but not limited to, documents relating to any unprofessional conduct by me.

I also hereby release SCCMHA and its employees and agents, and all of my former and current employers, educational institutions, Office of Recipient Rights, and the other references I have provided, from any and all liability and damages for releasing in good faith, or using, information concerning me and my performance record and work, academics and/or military experience.

I also hereby waive any right under the Bullard-Plawecki Right to Know Act, 1978 PA 397, to receive written notice from SCCMHA and my former or current employer, or the Office of Recipient Rights, that disciplinary reports, letters of reprimand, or other disciplinary action taken against me while employed, will be or have been disclosed to a third person or entity.

I also understand that SCCMHA may conduct or have conducted by an individual or entity of its choice, a Driver's License Report and a criminal background history through the State of Michigan; a Health Professions License check (if applicable) through the State of Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, and a Excluded Parties List System check (if applicable) through the Federal government search on me.

I hereby consent to this search being conducted and to the disclosure of the results of that search by the individual or entity conducting the search to SCCMHA.

I further hereby release the individual or entity conducting the search, SCCMHA, and its employees and agents, from any liability, claims and damages, including but not limited to, claims for releasing or using any information revealed as a result of this search.

I also understand and acknowledge that criminal convictions may result in disqualification from employment with SCCMHA or in dismissal from employment if any offer of employment has been made and accepted.

I hereby consent to having a physical examination and/or test(s) conducted by a physician or other professional of SCCMHA's choice, and understand that any offer of employment is conditioned upon the results of this examination (s) and/or test (s).

I further agree to submit to a pre-employment drug screen, and I understand that the present use of illegal drugs and/or substances will disqualify me from employment with SCCMHA.