ASSOCIATE SOCIAL WORKER (ASW) or MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPIST INTERN (MFTI)

Position Summary

This individual is responsible for providing clinical services to individuals and their families as allowed under the scope of practice of their registration. Under the direction of the BHS Director, this person will monitor and provide treatment plans, assessments, evaluations and diagnosis of patients.

Essential Functions

• Provide intake evaluations including case management, needs assessment, mental status evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment of agency's patients. Maintains appropriate documentation of services in client electronic record utilizing an electronic health record (EHR) format.
• Under the direction of the BHS Director, participate in clinical supervision for BHS services and make recommendations to the BHS Director as it relates to clinical care.
• Participate in quality assurance activities for the programs service delivery, including clinical care and documentation.
• Responsible for continuity of care in the provision of comprehensive services and coordinates communication with other service components of the agency and outside agencies involved with agency clients.
• Adheres to the agency's policies and procedures for the department.
• Adheres to the agency's code of ethics and complies with the State Mental Health Code.
• Complies with agency standard for service delivery.
• At the time of hire, each employee will meet with their supervisor to set measurable goals and objectives that are a requirement for the position. These measurables will be monitored by the supervisor and reviewed during the introductory period. They will also be utilized in the annual performance evaluation. The measurables may change from year to year. The supervisor is responsible for notifying the employee of any new measurables at the time of the performance review.
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Serves on agency committees, working groups and other bodies as assigned.
• Preparation of monthly reports outlining the activities of BHS Clinical Services.
• Work with organizations in development and provision of mental health education for staff and patients.
• Participate in continuing education in order to provide the highest quality of care to the patient population
• Under the direction of the BHS Director, participates in chart reviews and completing required reports, of all assigned clinical interns.
• Utilize electronic health records functions of the agency.
• Assist with a variety of duties in order to meet the needs of the department on an as needed basis.
• Attend staff trainings and meetings as required.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, coordinate activities among the clinical staff in the department and groups outside the organization.
• Ability to plan, supervise and execute clinical policies and objectives.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Human relation skills to deal effectively with patients, clients, staff, Board members, community members and visitors in person and on the telephone.
• Ability to work independently and productively.
• Demonstrate awareness, sensitivity, and appreciation of Indian culture, traditions, customs, and socioeconomic needs.
• Exercise balanced judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all patient records.
• Ability to always maintain a professional attitude and appearance.
• Ability to arrive at work promptly and maintain regular attendance.
  
  

Education And Experience

• Graduate of an accredited University with a master's degree in clinical social work.
• Current and active registration as an Associate Social Worker or Marriage & Family Therapist Intern.
• At least one (1) year experience as an ASW or MFTI.
  
  

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel or crouch; and talk and hear within normal range. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, or balance and use senses of taste and smell. The employee must regularly be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. This position is physically and emotionally challenging. There is a high degree of stress. The ability to deal with time constraints and emotional stress and exposure to body fluids and viruses are also essential functions of this job.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to odors and airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Feather River Tribal Health, Inc. is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. As a federally funded Tribal Health Program, FRTH must comply with Executive Order No. 12564 (Sept. 15, 1986)(51 F.R. 32889 (requiring a Drug Free Workplace) and the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 (U.S.C. 8101-8106). As such, FRTH does require drug testing at the time of hire and upon reasonable suspicion after hire. All FRTH employees are required to comply with FRTH's drug free workplace policies and applicable federal laws as a condition of employment.

Reasonable accommodations will be given to qualified disabled applicants pursuant to Section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U. S. Code 791, Title 29, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Compensation Package

$35.00- $36.41 Per hour

All insurance available the following month of employment

Medical is 100% covered by employer, including Self, Self Plue One, and Self Plus Family

Dental and Vision is 100% covered by employer including Self, and additional coverage for Self Plus One, and Self Plus Family is available at additional cost.

401K available day of hire, and 3.5% employer match.

Employer provides $20,000 life insurance policy for full-time employees and additional coverage is available for purchase.

Up to 120 hours vacation that begins to accrue on day one.

Loan repayment assistance available.