Job Title: Behavioral Health TherapistEmployer: Deaf Community ServicesDepartment: Behavioral HealthReports to: Clinical Director of Behavioral Health DepartmentAnnual Salary: $42,000-45,000 BOESUMMARY:Behavioral Health Therapists provide behavioral health services, client case management and advocacy as well as support groups and workshops, outreach andtraining, case coordination, and general social services support.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Provides individual, group, and family therapy to clients enrolled in the DCS outpatient behavioral health clinicProvides crisis intervention services as neededMaintain required documentation and client files in compliance with the County of San Diego Outpatient Policy and Procedure for Adults/Older Adults andChildren/Adolescents and any Medi-Cal/Medicare requirementsMaintains an ability to assess, diagnosis, and develop a comprehensive treatment plan for clientsParticipates in all treatment team meetings, multi-disciplinary meetings, provider meetings (as assigned), and Utilization Review meetingsMaintains knowledge of and adherence to plans addressing co-occurring disorders and treatmentProvides case management and client advocacy services to DCS clienteleConducts client home visits as needed and within agency guidelinesMaintains confidentiality and privacy standards in accordance with agency policies and applicable regulations and law including HIPAAConducts self-audits and adhere to quality assurance guidelinesWorks with the Clinical Director to ensure Medi-Cal/Medicare site complianceParticipates in the preparation of program reportsConducts school outreach and work with kids in various schools.OTHER:Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary teamCoordinate special events for the community and clientsGeneral office workOther duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS:Masters Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling, MentalHealth Counseling, psychology, or closely related field.Licensed or license-eligible in California (Licensure with the Board of BehavioralSciences is a requirement of the position)Experience working with Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) clients strongly preferredOne to two years experience, preferably with the Deaf, HOH, Deaf-Blind, and Late-DeafenedHave a working knowledge of community resources and promotes collaboration among community members and partnersMust be informed about current issues related to Deaf, HOH, Deaf-Blind, and Late-Deafened population and their cultureAbility to communicate in ASL and to accommodate the communication needsand styles of persons who are Deaf, HOH, Deaf-Blind, or Late-Deafened.Knowledge of ADA and other anti-discrimination lawsAbility to maintain confidentialityCOMPETENCIES:Diversity--Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.Adaptability--Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to dealwith frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.Teamwork--Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supportseveryone's efforts to succeed.Problem Solving--Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well ingroup problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.*Interpersonal Skills--Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. https://deafcommunityservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Therapist-Job-Description-FINAL-April-2021.pdf
