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Pacific Clinics

Crisis Clinician II

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What they do

A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.

$44,834 / year median in California

+22% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview Compensation We Offer The initial compensation for this position ranges from $83,260 - $ 102,399 , depending on experience, location and internal equity considerations Possible Additional Compensation ( may vary based on position eligibility) 8% License Differential for LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, PsyD. and select

Peer Certifications Possible Bilingual Differentials:

Up to 7.5% for qualifying direct-service roles; up to $80.00/month flat fee for qualifying non-direct service roles. Benefits We Offer Benefits Eligibility starts on day ONE We provide a robust benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, See our Benefits Page

HERE. 401K

Employer Match up to 4 % Competitive Time Off Plans Must meet eligibility requirements based on employment status

• Hiring Incentive Paid out after 30 days and 6 months Pay Range $83,260 - $102,399 annually Job Summary With limited supervision, provides comprehensive safety risk assessments, clinical interventions for crisis de-escalation, safety planning, hospitalization facilitation, case management, and coordination of therapeutic activities in the community. This position may work jointly with police officers and other community in de-escalation safety. Ensures that documentation and maintenance of clinical records is completed per appropriate standards and regulations. Provides facilitation and support to enhance the efforts of individuals and their families/caregivers in the design and implementation of evidence-based treatment. This position works directly with high at-risk individuals in person who are presenting as a danger to themselves, danger to others, or gravely disabled. This position supports community callers as part of a 24/7 program to also offer phone consultation, coaching, de-escalation, and resources. Leads and facilitates cross-functional teams, provides community outreach (trainings/presentations) and supports other mental health workers. Responsibilities Demonstrates mastery of the Crisis Clinician I job description. Applies advanced use of assessment information in development of the treatment plan and applies information and resources to ensure quality care. Applies advanced skill in acquisition and application of clinically related information to effectively intervene with individuals and families Understands and applies multi-modal approaches and perspectives to therapeutic direction. Provides coaching and mentoring of others in the implementation of EBPs. Leads problem solving interaction and work with external customers. Maintains audit ready charts and audits charts independently. Provides observations and feedback to supervisor in order to monitor and/or modify programs or approaches.



Provides community-based trainings. Actively participates in the identification of team opportunities for improvement or identification of deficiencies and in the development of strategies to address or bridge gaps. Leads Quality Improvement (CQI) activities and project implementation. Performs other related responsibilities, as assigned, to support specific department/business needs. Qualifications Documents Clearly And Accurately Encourages Customer Focus Individual, Family, Group Therapy Initiative Leads Team Performance Job Competencies To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Master's of Art's (M.A.) degree in Social Work or a closely related field (e.g., Marriage, Child and Family Counseling or Psychology) and three (3) years of supervised clinical experience with children and or adults, or equivalent combination of education and experience (two years of relevant experience equals one year of education) to include: Licensed according to California state law (Welfare and Institutions Code section 5600.2) Experience with Wraparound plans and development of ICFPs.



If program requires, employee must pass an initial physical abilities test (PATS) and be certified in crisis intervention techniques within the first 30 days and annually. Physical Requirements Must remain physically fit enough to keep clients self-safe. While performing these duties the employee is required to perform the following physical tasks when the need arises:



While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. This also includes the ability to:

• Move quickly/run

• Drive a carIf program requires, employee must pass an initial physical abilities test (PATS) and be certified in crisis intervention techniques within the first 30 days and annually. If employed at a Crisis Stabilization Unit, employee is required to perform and pass a Human Performance Evaluation Test at a designated company clinic.

This will include testing for:

lifting, pushing/pulling, repetitive coupling, static weight, and other required movements. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.



Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. N/A May have unsupervised contact with children. Requires full background check and TB Exam. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability. We will consider for employment, qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with ordinance 184652 Sec.189.04 (a) and San Francisco Police Code, Article 49. Section 4905.

Qualifications:

Documents Clearly And Accurately Encourages Customer Focus Individual, Family, Group Therapy Initiative Leads Team Performance