General Information
| Job Description | BEH HEALTH COUNSELOR 3 | Working Title | Interim Case Manager |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 004144 | Grade | 21 |
| Department Name | Health & Wellness - Case Mgmt - D02047 | Department Head | Denise Woods |
| Supervisor | Denise Woods | Effective Date |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
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Generic Scope
| Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. |
Custom Scope
| Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of industry practices and campus policies and procedures; resolves a wide range of issues. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. |
Department Custom Scope
| Under the Division of the Health, Well-being, and Safety, this role is acts as navigator for students who seek resources to help them during times of crisis. This position is critical, acting as a connector to other departments on-campus, and understanding safety-net programs and services in the surrounding Riverside community. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Master's degree in related area or equivalent experience. | Required |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 4 - 7 years of related experience. | Required |
| Experience working with individuals experiencing mental health challenges, and assessing their safety. | Preferred |
| Experience designing and implementing multicuturally sensitive outreach programs and psychoeducational workshops. | Required |
| Demonstrated commitment and experience with Diversity and Inclusion or experience focused on one of the following communities: LGBTQ+ communities and identities, Black/African Diaspora, Chicano/a and Latina/o/x or Asian and Pacific Islanders. | Required |
| Experience working in a higher education setting. | Preferred |
License Requirements
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Current, valid license in California as an LCSW or LMFT. | Required |
Certification Requirements
| Certification | Requirement |
|---|
Educational Condition Requirements
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Maintenance of appropriate continuing education. | Required |
Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
Assesses clients and determines appropriate therapeutic approach in consultation with other behavioral health professionals as appropriate.
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60 |
| Consults and collaborate regularly with campus Mental Health and Health Care providers to support and co-manage care for students with high risk mental and physical health conditions, and assist with referrals to community providers. Creates and maintains relationships with community providers, agencies, and services, to ensure effective response to student needs, and a smooth transition of care. | 15 |
Arranges for therapeutic interventions for clients with serious disturbance problems.
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10 |
Leads educational workshops, support groups and/or retreats for center.
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5 |
May provide management consultation or coaching to department managers.
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5 |
| Professiona Documentation and Case Management: Completes accurate and concise documentation for all student contacts in compliance with ethical, professional and legal practice. | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Knowledge of electronic medical records systems. | Required |
| Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops. | Required |
| Knowledge of business software and specialized applications/systems used in behavioral health settings. | Required |
| Thorough knowledge of legal and ethical issues related to patients' rights. | Required |
| Ability to evaluate the progress of therapeutic approach and modify as necessary. | Required |
| Demonstrated multicultural comptence in mental health service provision. Knowledge of how race, ethnic identitiy, gender, sexual orientation, disability, privlage and multiculturalism related to psychological service delivery. | Required |
| Ability to work in a highly collaborative manner with a diverse client group. | Required |
| Highly effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. | Required |
| Understanding of intersectionality and how it impacts the daily lives of students. | Required |
| Highly effective problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. | Required |
| Intrests and focus on diversity and inclusion or demonstrated comprehensive understanding of the cultures and counseling for one of the : LGBTQ+ communities and identities, Black/African Diaspora, Chicano/a and Latina/o/x or Asian and Pacific Islanders. | Required |
| Thorough knowledge and understanding of clinical counseling principles, methods, procedures, and standards. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Expectation of availability after hours or on weekends to serve the occasional emergent needs of students and campus challenges/crises. | Required |
Other Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
| General Supervision |
Environment
Working Environment
| Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: Yes |