What are the responsibilities and job description for the ACSW position at Sacramento Native American Health Center Inc?
At SNAHC, you are joining a team and organization at a time of growth and transformation. You will love being surrounded by people who are as passionate as you are about community health. Individual compensation for this position will be determined at the organization’s discretion and the wage range for this role considers multiple factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are determined thoughtfully in each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $66,031-$89,336.31 annually.
Position Summary:
The Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) reports to the Behavioral Health Program Manager and provides culturally competent clinical services including diagnostic evaluations and therapy, which are consistent with accepted standards of clinical practice and and/or case management services for individuals, couples, and/or families. Primary function is to provide counseling using applied psychotherapy of a non-medical nature with individuals, families, or groups; providing information and referraI services, providing or arranging for the provision of sociaI services; explaining or interpreting the psychosocial aspects in the situations of individuals, and families. Associate Clinical Social Workers are qualified to identify and treat mental illnesses to facilitate the highest quality of life for clients under the supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
This role will have an assigned primary location, but may be required to work at or travel to different locations as needed.
Essential Functions:
- Provides Assessment, Diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment interventions for children ages 5-18, adults and families systems who are managing mental illness.
- Prepares and maintains all required treatment records and reports, including but not limited to intake, biopsychosocial assessment, treatment plan, treatment summaries, discharge summaries, data collection forms, and billing forms
- Inputs progress notes and information related to patient treatment using an electronic patient management/health record system.
- Acts as client advocate and provides case management referrals and assistance to coordinate required services or to resolve crisis situations.
- Collaborates with other providers in a multi-disciplinary approach to perform clinical assessments and assist in implementing treatment plans.
- Participates constructively in Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement (QA/QI) activities within the Department, such as peer review, case conferencing, clinical benchmarking, and QI studies.
- Participates in one to two hours of weekly supervision with designated clinical supervisor for LCSW licensing requirements
- Conducts crisis intervention and emotional stabilization for clients seen in other departments as needed.
- Complies with SNAHC Productivity Standards and Client Chart completion requirements.
- Complies with all state and federal laws and regulations, as they pertain to the position including; HIPAA, sexual harassment, Scope of Practice, OSHA.etc.
- Actively participates in internal quality improvement teams. Works with team members proactively to support quality improvement initiatives in accordance with the mission and strategic goals for the organization, federal and state laws and regulations, and accreditation standards.
- At all times demonstrates cooperative behavior with supervisors, colleagues, patients, and the community.
- Other duties as assigned.
Please Note: This position may be grant funded. Continued employment is contingent upon renewed or additional funding and may be discontinued at the close of the grant cycle. Grant funding for any position does not impart any contractual right, either expressed or implied, to remain in Sacramento Native American Health Center, lnc.'s employment for a specific period of time. Grant funding does not affect the Sacramento Native American Health Center, lnc.'s status as an "at will" employer.
- I certify that I am fully capable (with or without reasonable accommodation) of performing all of the essential functions documented herein, and I do not have a physical or mental disability that would jeopardize the health or safety of my co-workers.
- Applicants and employees may request an accommodation of a physical or mental disability at any time in the application process or during employment.
- I have read the above job description and verify that I am qualified to perform the job responsibilities and duties as outlined in the Minimum Qualifications and Duties and Responsibilities sections.
- I have received a copy oft his job description and understand it
- I accept the responsibilities listed and I agree to perform the duties listed on this job description to the best of my ability.
- I understand, and fully agree, that this job description does not constitute a written or implied contract for employment and that my employment relationship with the company is "at will," for an unspecified duration, and may be terminated at any time by me or the company as specified by Section 2922 of the California Labor Code.
Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent computer skills, preferably with Windows, including Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent telephone and communication skills
- Must possess excellent organizational, writing, and verbal skills.
- Ability to work independently, set priorities, and work well under pressure.
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
- Ability to demonstrate superior professionalism when dealing with patients, subordinates, colleagues, community members and vendors.
Competencies:
- Communication and Relationships
- Initiative
- Planning and Organizing
- Safety
- Teamwork
- Patient Relationships
- Evaluation/Diagnosis
- Treatment Planning
- Treatment Documentation
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited college and current registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Clinical Social Worker.
- Experience with Nextgen or other electronic health record system required.
- Demonstrated ability to chart visits comprehensively and complete DSM V and E&M coding in compliance with medical diagnosing/coding standards.
- Demonstrated experience providing comprehensive case management and advocacy with crisis intervention techniques and protocols.
- Knowledge of child, elder abuse, and domestic violence reporting requirements, and other significant legal and ethical guidelines regulating social work practice, i.e.: Duty to Warn, patient confidentiality.
Preferred Qualifications:
- One year of full-time direct clinical work experience in an appropriate treatment field (child abuse, mental health, victim counseling, and/or substance abuse) indicating competency in clinical diagnostic assessment skills, and in developing and reviewing individualized treatment plans.
- Experience in an FQHC setting
- Knowledge of traditional, cultural and spiritual practices of the diverse Al/ AN community, as well as ability to work with other racially, culturally, ethnically, and financially diverse populations.
- Training in de-escalation techniques such as NCI
- Bilingual
Salary : $66,031 - $89,336
