Behavioral Health Counselor I, II, III

Provide direct services to clients, through individual, group, child and family counseling. Address mental health issues, including trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, grief and loss and disrupted family dynamics. Must have training in crisis response and risk management. Perform assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning and discharge planning. Collaborate with other providers and make appropriate referrals for the clients.

Level I:

• Provide direct behavior health services to individuals, groups, children and families, under the supervision of the Behavioral Health Director.
• Develop theoretical orientation consistent with personal style of therapy and appropriate to clients served.
• Provide crisis counseling as needed, including in the primary care clinic.
• Provide specialized counseling groups or classes, on topics such as parenting, depression, grief, anger management, self-esteem, youth groups or other topics within the scope of skill and training.
• Participate in weekly case consultation meetings.
• Maintain client electronic health records in a complete and timely manner, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes and other reports and/or statistical data as required by the law, section and agency.
• Appropriately diagnose, assess and make efficacious treatment recommendations based on clients clinical presentation and symptoms.
• Include clients in all aspects of treatment, including development of treatment plan and goals. Utilize a strength based model.
• Clearly document and demonstrate support for client diagnosis, treatment plan, discharge and adjunct service recommendations.
• Utilize strategies and interventions pertinent to individual clients, including, but not limited to, culturally relevant practices, traditions and preferences.
• Refer clients to additional treatment, services or support, as indicated. Coordinate services with referring agencies as needed.
• Collaborate actively with community providers, as approved by clients, to ensure optimal health and well-being, and achievement of treatment goals.
• Attend section, organizational, and other assigned meetings.
• Adhere to Communication Norms and Guiding Principles, accreditation and compliance standards/guidelines.
• Abide by all legal and ethical standards of the profession including as dictated by state, federal, accrediting and licensing body guidelines.
• Performs other training and job related activities requested by the Behavioral Health Director.
• Maintains a professional organized clean working environment by following organizational policies, guidelines, and safety standards.
• Assists in development of departmental policy, procedures, and quality improvement activities within the clinic as directed

Level II: In addition to above stated duties:

• Periodically provide mental health presentations, in-services or other trainings to the community,  staff, and board.
• May provide supervision to one (1) Intern, Associate, Trainee or Student as assigned by the Behavioral Health Director.

Level III: In addition to the above-stated duties:

• Provides supervision to multiple Interns, Associates, Trainees or Students as assigned by the Behavioral Health Director.
• Assumes responsibility for Special Projects as assigned by the Behavioral Health Director.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Level I - Has no supervisory responsibility.
• Level II: May have supervisory responsibility after two years in the position to one (1) Intern, Associates, Trainees or Students as assigned by the Behavioral Health Director.
• Level III: Provides supervision to multiple Interns, Associates, Trainees or Students as assigned by the Behavioral Health Director.

QUALIFICATIONS: 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All individuals must demonstrate a commitment to the provision of culturally sensitive counseling services to American Indians.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Educational degrees must be from a US Department of Education accredited school.

• Level I: Must have a Masters's Degree from an accredited university and be Registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Social Worker or a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern.
• Level II: Must be a licensed MFT or LCSW with at least two (2) years of counseling experience.
• Level III: Must be a licensed MFT or LCSW with at least five (5) years of licensed counseling experience and qualify to supervise Interns or Associates per the requirements of the Board of Behavioral Sciences.

COMPUTER OPERATIONS

• Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.
• The ability to work with Electronic Health Records is required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conforms to prescribed style and format.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

• Ability to express empathy and compassion for others.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills targeted at ensuring teamwork and client satisfaction.
• Active listening skills that enable effective negotiation and mediation.
• Responsible attitude which ensures completion of projects in a time-efficient manner.
• Ability to negotiate in a positive manner and handle problem resolution activities proactively.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to define problems, collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Shall possess a valid drivers license.
• Must be eligible for the agencys vehicle insurance and provide proof of private vehicle coverage.
• Must have or be able to obtain CPR certification within six months of hire and maintain such.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to operate standard office equipment (copier, fax, etc.).
• Must be able to work with American Indian people and be sensitive to their culture.
• Ability to participate in proactive team efforts to achieve the Mission, Vision and Guiding principles of the client.
• Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)