Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The LCSW/LMFT is licensed by the state to deal with wide variety of complex plans of treatment for clients. He/She manages a complex caseload providing assessment, diagnosis, prognosis, and psychotherapeutic treatment for clients of the Tule River Indian Health Center, Inc. (TRIHCI). The LCSW/LMFT will preferably provide oversight to any ACSW/AMFT. The LCSW/LMFT provides various forms of mental health education and consultation services to clients, client’s families, staff, managers, and other agency stakeholders. He/she should be sensitive to the needs of the Native community, its cultures, traditions, behavior patterns, and background. He/she should be familiar with the goals and objectives of the Tule River Indian Health Center, Inc. and express a genuine commitment for its goals and ongoing success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Current knowledge of social services/mental health care programs/operations procedures
Screens individuals for mental health, substance abuse, and anger management issues, etc.
Develops treatment plans for clients
Determines other related service needs at client request
Provides individual or group counseling/treatment
Makes appropriate referrals to clinical psychologists, physicians, and psychiatrists
Accurate in routine mathematical computations, proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling
Prepares and proofreads routine correspondence
Responsible for all documents pertinent to provision of LCSW/LMFT services
Oversees the services of ACSW/AMFT, within the scope of eligibility
Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Demonstrate superior customer service and people skills, being able to respond to the immediate needs of patients or supervisors
Knowledge of 638 or IHS Contracting Program and organizational structure, tribal involvement, and clerical support services
Demonstrate the ability to work independently in carrying out assignments while remaining reliable and dependable.
Should demonstrate the ability to maintain accurate records and preparing clear and accurate reports for informational, auditing, and operational use, including capacities for attention to detail and for reviewing and verifying accuracy of data
Demonstrate the competency and integrity to maintain the confidentiality of organizational, employee, and client records
Knowledge of safety regulations as they apply to a clinical setting
Ability to work flexible hours as needed
Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with a variety of individuals
Ability to work independently in carrying out assignments while remaining reliable and dependable
Ability to understand and integrate behavioral health principles with clients and professional staff
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization

QUALIFICATIONS:

Possess a Valid California Driver’s License and be insurable with the Tule River Indian Health Center Inc. insurance agency throughout employment.
Must pass pre-employment drug & alcohol test
Must pass pre-employment physical and pass background check
Must provide an updated DMV printout upon hire
Must have a working home/cell phone for immediate contact
Must maintain a professional appearance and attitude
Must abide by vehicle policies and procedures and report vehicle incidents to immediate supervisor in a timely manner
Must maintain absolute confidentiality regarding patients per HIPAA and TRIHCI policies
Must possess medical terminology (experience)
Ability to demonstrate basic levels of computer literacy, with a functional understanding of Microsoft Windows Operating Systems in an office setting
Familiar with entering data into a healthcare database program
Must have effective oral and written communication skills (typing 40 wpm), being able to effectively reach diverse populations and entities
Must have the ability to maintain accurate records and preparing clear and accurate reports for informational, auditing, and operational use, including capacities for attention to detail and for reviewing and verifying accuracy of data.
Maintain confidentiality in the workplace and when transporting patients.
Must possess good communication skills, be able to effectively communicate with diverse populations, and be willing to convey responsibilities to patients.
American Indian preference in accordance with Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, § 472 & 473).

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Master’s degree in Social Work or Marriage and Family Therapy from a regionally accredited college or university;
Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker in California to practice unsupervised;
One year of verifiable experience as a LCSW/LMFT (to include new graduates).
Two years of verifiable supervisory experience

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Master’s degree in Social Work or Family Therapy from a regionally accredited college or university;
Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker or Marriage Family Therapist, in California to practice unsupervised;
Valid NPI number for billing purposes or be able to obtain an NPI number within 90 days of hire.

Possess a Valid California Driver’s License and be insurable with the Tule River Indian Health Center Inc. insurance agency throughout employment.
Possess valid First Aid/CPR certification at the BCLS level or obtain within 3 months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND CONTINGENCIES:

Master’s degree in Social Work from a regionally accredited college or university;
Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker/Marriage Family Therapist in California to practice unsupervised;

4 years preferred background or experience in the behavioral health field in the areas of triage, assessment, case management, and patient contact.

TRIHCI maintains a drug- and alcohol-free workplace, and all offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a criminal background check, a post-offer drug test and physical, and TB test, and verification of each candidate’s right to work in the United States.

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT: The description provided here is representative of those conditions in which the LCSW/LMFT will be required to perform the essential functions of this position. As stated earlier, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this position, the LCSW/LMFT is situated in a standard office environment within the health center as well as in a vehicle to travel through the community; there is little exposure to variations in the weather or other similar elements. The LCSW/LMFT will primarily be stationed in the Behavioral Health area of the health center, in the community or on transport but will also move about the health center to meet with physicians, patients, and co-workers. Consequently, the LCSW/LMFT must:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and lift.
This position requires occasionally lifting and/or moving a minimum of 35 pounds.

Ability to work in local weather conditions, assignments will vary from interior and exterior work.
Possess the mobility to work in a standard office setting (i.e. walk, stand, or sit for extended periods of time).
Posses the ability to use standard office equipment to write, type, copy, fax, or perform other duties.
Possess the strength to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 35 lbs. repeatedly and up to 50 lbs. intermittently.
Possess the visual acuity to read printed materials and a computer screen.
Demonstrate hearing and speech capabilities that allow him/her to communicate in person and over the telephone as required.

The clinical setting at TRIHCI is categorized by OSHA as a Blood-borne Pathogen Category I facility. Consequently, there exists the potential for exposure to blood, body fluid/tissue, and infectious wastes. There also exists the potential for exposure to chemicals, biologicals, toxicants, and irradiants found on-site.

DISCLAIMER:

This position description lists the major duties and requirements for the LCSW/LMFT position as established by subject-matter experts at the time of this document’s creation. This position may require additional performance of duties and responsibilities beyond those outlined in this document, and thus may require additional sets of knowledge, skills, and abilities not fully articulated herein.

Tule River Indian Health Center Inc

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