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Job description
Mental Health Clinician
At Healthcare in Action, we serve patients experiencing homelessness through an innovative "street medicine" approach by contracting with Medicare and Medicaid health plans as well as hospitals and health systems.
Street medicine entails using a medically equipped van to deliver medical care directly to people experiencing homelessness in locations such as parking lots, encampments, and parks.
Bilingual Spanish preferred.
Improve the mental health of Healthcare in Action's unhoused patient population in order to improve their ability to obtain housing through the provision of mental health assessment and treatment. Expand the knowledgebase of the patients in the community regarding mental health matters and provide informational, educational and supportive services to enhance mental health and decrease stigma.
This position is a full-time, field-based and will work in West Hollywood & the surrounding areas.
Responsibilities include:
Provide short-term mental health treatment to selected clients including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, interventions (individual, group, couples and/or family), collateral contacts, and discharge/aftercare planning
Educate patients regarding mental health issues by delivering informational materials and facilitating educational and supportive groups to this population in community settings.
Provide preventative services to clients as needed.
Crisis management services, as needed, to West Hollywood team clients.
Develop and maintain professional relationships in the community in order to better serve clients and reduce the stigma associated with mental health issues.
Represent Healthcare in Action in a professional manner by engaging with clients and others, communicating effectively both individually and in a group setting and demonstrating quality customer service.
Maintain confidential information by following all HIPAA regulations, policy and procedures, compliance and regulatory directives and by completing required documentation in a timely, professional and accurate manner.
Provide guidance to Associate Clinical Social Workers or Associate Marriage and Family Therapists who are pursuing licensure.
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Actively supports the achievement of Health Care in Action's Vision and Goals.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and experience:
MSW required. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) required.
2-3 years of related experience.
Knowledge of the field's policies, procedures, and practices.
Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred. A test will be administered if applicable.
Work is primarily in the field, must be willing to travel in West Hollywood and the surrounding areas. Bi-monthly office visits to Long Beach.
Demonstrated knowledge of assessment, health and functional problems of homeless older adults.
Knowledge of community resources for seniors.
Basic knowledge of related CMS and DHCS regulations.
Strong interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills: Ability to multitask.
Ability to appropriately maintain confidentiality.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, required.
Requires proof of Valid Driver's License
Must maintain minimum State Liability Insurance
Must have access to a vehicle.
Tuberculosis Screening Policy
To ensure the health and safety of our members, if you are selected for this position, your job offer with Homebase Medical will be contingent on providing proof of Tuberculosis screening upon hire or providing proof of a negative screening within the last year. If you have a disability/medical reason or sincerely held religious belief that prevents you to provide information required in this policy, Homebase will initiate and engage in the interactive process to evaluate what, if any, reasonable accommodations may be available.
What's in it for you?
Base salary range: $80,300 to $116,197 per year
An annual employee bonus program
Robust Wellness Program
Generous paid-time-off (PTO)
11 paid holidays per year, plus 1 additional floating holiday
Excellent 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with employer match.
Robust employee recognition program
Tuition reimbursement
An opportunity to become part of a team that makes a difference to our members and our community every day.
At Healthcare in Action, we believe that it is our business to improve the state of our world. Each of us has a responsibility to drive Equality in our communities and workplaces. We are committed to creating a workforce that reflects our community through inclusive programs and initiatives such as equal pay, employee resource groups, inclusive benefits, and more.
Healthcare in Action is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace. Individuals seeking employment will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. A background check is required.
Worksite address
los angeles, CA, 90079, US
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