Behavioral Health Therapist (BEH HEALTH PSYCHTRC PROFL 3 HX)

The role of this position is to provide mental health screening and direct services for patients enrolled in the Wraparound program and their families, assist with referral to treatment for violently injured patients treated at UC Davis Medical Center, and contribute to the development and implementation of peer support and recovery strategies for violently injured patients treated at UC Davis Medical Center.

Apply By Date

(5/15/2024 at 11:59pm);

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Licensed Psychologist, licensed by California Board of Behavioral Services or by the Board of Psychology.
• Master's degree in psychology, social work, sociology, or other related field.
• Must have a minimum 3 years of experience working with youth and young adults affected by violence or involved with the Justice System.
• Must have training and experience in evidence-based treatment protocols such as TF-CBT.
• Experience providing crisis intervention and trauma and grief counseling.
• Completion of CITI Basic course for Social and Behavioral Researchers and Staff within 3 months of hire
• Knowledge of trauma informed care practices.
• Knowledge of and skills to provide individual, group, conjoint, family, and evidence-based mental health treatments.
• Understanding of suicidal behavior, and ability to assess suicide risk and creation of an appropriate treatment plan.
• Knowledge of mandated reporting requirements and other significant legislation and laws regulating mental health practice, (e.g. Tarasoff, patient confidentiality, etc.).
• Ability to make appropriate interventions based on evidence-based practice, law and policy.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; verbal, written and listening. Ability to work diplomatically with a wide variety of people. Ability to convey instructions, directions, and information appropriately and accurately. Ability to work as a team member. Ability to communicate and interact effectively with children and their caregivers.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and execute a variety of concurrent activities, set realistic goals and objectives, plan ahead and meet deadlines without compromising quality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a Violence Prevention Professional preferred
• Experience working with Hospital Based Violence Intervention Programs (HVIP) or equivalent.
• Experience providing mental health services in health care or hospital and community settings.
• Ability to conceptualize clinical situations and demonstrate application of theory in case management and psychotherapeutic responsibilities.
• Ability to successfully manage conflict.
• Ability to apply cultural humility standards to clinical care.
• Knowledge of community resources in the Sacramento Region

Department Description

The Trauma Prevention Program is within the UC Davis Medical Center Patient Care Services department. The Trauma Prevention Program reports to the Trauma Program Manager with a mission to prevent and reduce the leading causes of injury in the surrounding community in accordance with the American College of Surgeons Trauma Center Verification, Review, and Consultation Standards. The Wraparound Violence Intervention Program, within the Trauma Prevention Program, is a service for hospital patients ages 13-26 years who were injured by violence. The program supports long-term recovery of violently injured patients after hospital discharge.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $72,300-$131,100 (annual)
• Salary Frequency: Biweekly
• Salary Grade: 192
• Payroll Title: BEH HEALTH PSYCHTRC PROFL 3 HX
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: 08
• Location: Broadway Building
• Union Representation: Yes, HX
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site

Benefits

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• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Paid time off for professional development as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance as well as (ERGs) to support our staff

Special Requirements

• Full time in-person in the Trauma Prevention Program office in the Broadway building
• Frequent visits to the hospital inpatient setting
• This position is a critical position and subject to a background check and drug screen. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history, identity checks and drug screen.
• As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
• Frequent travel to non-UCD settings in the Sacramento Region, including community agencies and patient homes.

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