Licensed Clinical Social Worker jobs in Modesto, CA

POSITION: Licensed Clinical Social Worker

SUPERVISOR: Behavioral Health Director

STATUS: Full-Time, Exempt

LOCATION: Sonora, California

SALARY RANGE: $ 86,070-$103,956, Annually

 POSITION SUMMARY

To provide mental health services for the MACT Health Board, Inc. within the assigned clinics of Amador, Calaveras, Tuolumne, and Mariposa involving the Native American community and MACT Health Board Inc. patients. 

The position requires an awareness and keen appreciation of American Indian traditions, customs, and socioeconomic needs and the ability at all times to meet and deal effectively in contacts with Indian health organizations which requires tact, courtesy, discretion, resourcefulness and good judgment in handling functions of a sensitive nature.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1.         To perform mental health services for the Native American community and MACT Health Board Inc. patients within the scope of practice of a LCSW.  

2.         Case assessments and the development of treatment plans.

3.         Crisis intervention of related social service situations.  

4.         Maintain case records and reports as required within the regulations and requirements of our funding agencies.

5.         Provide individual, family counseling and group counseling services.

6.         Participate in a system of therapeutic care that provides support and strength to the clients of the program.

7.         Participates in interaction between service agencies on behalf of individuals and families. 

8.         Must adhere to the MACT Health Board, Inc. Corporate Code of Conduct.

9.         Other duties as assigned by Department Director.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Certification as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of California.
2. A minimum of three years experience as a Mental Health provider preferred.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must pass Occupational Health Screening.
2. Must possess a valid form of identification as listed on the U.S. Department of Justice I-9 form,
verified using the E Verify system.
4. Clean DMV driving record and MACT auto insurance driving eligibility (determined by auto
insurance carrier).
3. Proficient in problem resolution, detail analysis, and accuracy.

DESIRED ABILITIES:

1. Applicant must have exceptional communication skills, be willing to travel within the MACT communities.

2. Applicant must be comfortable working with individuals with behavioral health needs, substance use disorders and medical/ co morbid disorders.

3. Applicant must be able to collaborate with behavioral health clinicians as well as medical and administrative staff to assist with linkage to resources.

4. Applicant must have knowledge of community-based resources.

AMERICAN INDIAN PREFERENCE

Preference in filling of a vacancy will be given to qualified American Indian applicants in accordance with the Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, and Sections 472 & 473) and Public Law 93-638, provided the applicant has submitted appropriate verification of Indian preference for employment. Other than the aforementioned requirement, the MACT Health Board, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

NOTICE OF DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE ACT REQUIREMENT:

MACT Health Board, Inc. is required to implement the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, 45 CFR Part 79, Subpart F. As such it is unlawful for employees to manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or use a controlled substance on the job site. Employees who are reasonably suspected of violating this act may be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment. Employer required fitness examinations shall include drug testing as evidence of employee and employer compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act.