Behavioral Health Services (BHS) is a non-for-profit, community-based health care organization, whose mission is to transform lives by providing substance abuse, mental health, drug-free transitional living, family preservation, prevention and Family Health Center and other related health services to the residents of Southern California. If you are interested in being a part of this dynamic organization, please apply.
POSITION: Clinician II
SHIFT: 40 hours per week
LOCATION: BHS - ICS – Gardena, CA
DUTIES: Under general supervision of the Program Director, the Clinician has the responsibility of assessing, diagnosing and identifying the appropriate level of patient care by conducting a comprehensive American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) assessment and/or an Initial Triage Assessments (ITA) and participate in treatment plan development.
QUALIFICATIONS: Following are the qualifications required to perform the essential functions of this position. Qualifications may be subject to modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Master’s degree in related field, MFT or MSW licensed waivered. Must possess and maintain a valid intern registration number or waiver from the State Board of Behavioral Examiners.
Must have valid California driver’s license and liability insurance when driving personal vehicle on BHS business.
Must possess knowledge of:
· Principles and practices of community behavioral treatment, including interviewing, assessment, individual, family and group counseling.
· General psychiatric emergency intervention, diagnosis and brief and long‑term therapy methods.
· Principles of adult and child psychology.
· Laws and regulations related to; Title 22, 42CFR, clients’ rights, voluntary or involuntary treatment and commitment for treatment, including criteria for commitment.
· Community resources and agencies providing support services for the mentally ill and/or persons with co-occurring disorders.
· Medical record‑keeping and documentation including client charting.
· Medi‑Cal regulations and documentation for medical necessity.
Recovering individuals must have a minimum two years clean, sober and abstinent to be considered for employment.
BENEFITS: BHS offers Medical, Dental, 401K.
APPLICATIONS: Applicants may email resume or fax to (310) 679-4621, NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
BHS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
BHS will consider applicants with criminal history as required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $29.00 - $37.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Work setting:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Relocate:
- Hawthorne, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person