Since 1970, Indian Health Council, Inc. (IHC) has provided high-quality, compassionate healthcare and support services to the nine Federally recognized American Indian tribes in north San Diego County. With more than 200 employees serving 2 clinic sites, IHC is proud of the diversity of its staff as a reflection of the community it serves. The reward of working at IHC is more than a paycheck and excellent benefits; it is the impact and contribution to the Tribal community that employees value most. If you are passionate about improving the overall health and wellness of our tribal community, IHC is looking for people like you.

Our Philosophy
At IHC, we believe in empowering our patients with knowledge to achieve their healthcare goals. We strive to treat the whole person using a multifaceted approach to include physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of health and wellbeing.

Our Benefits
PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance with low employee contribution; company-paid life and disability insurance; malpractice coverage for providers; 403B retirement with company matching; generous PTO and Sick time; 14 paid holidays; paid jury service; and paid bereavement leave; reimbursement for professional license(s), and certifications such as CPR and continuing education units. Our facility also qualifies as a high-need area for provider CA State and Federal Loan Repayment Programs.

Job Title: Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Reports To: Behavioral Health Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

Classification: Regular, Full-time

Schedule: 9/80, 4-10's, 5-8's Flexible schedule

Location: Onsite

SUMMARY:
The Licensed Clinical Social Worker is responsible for providing direct services to Individuals and families who are members of the Consortium Tribes. These services will include early intervention for issues related to suicide, trauma, chemical dependency, domestic violence and child and elder abuse. This position works under the direct supervision of the IHC’s Behavioral Health Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job position. Duties and responsibilities may change (be assigned or removed) at any time with or without notice.

1. The Licensed Clinical Social Worker will offer a full spectrum of diagnostic assessments/screenings to individuals and families participating in the assigned
grant program.
2. Is responsible for the development of screening instruments that are culturally and linguistically relevant to the Consortium population.
3. The Licensed Clinical Social Worker, when providing clinical assessment, will test the limits when indicated.
4. Other responsibilities include prevention education, assessment, treatment planning, acute treatment, safety planning, crisis assessment and intervention and family support, as well as make referrals for a type or level of service needed.
5. The Licensed Clinical Social Worker will make sure that referrals outside of the Consortium area are culturally and linguistically appropriate.
6. Cooperate and collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment approaches as appropriate.
7. Provide services to patients’ homes, work sites, schools, detention centers, inpatient units and jails to provide screening, assessments and education to the Indian community regarding mental health and wellness as deemed appropriate.
8. Provide oversight and supervision to project staff by providing clinical expertise and overall direction for achieving the projects goals and objectives of the grants to which they are assigned.
9. Professionally and respectfully represent all the Consortium Clinics in the community, clinical and legal arenas.
10. Document succinct and comprehensive case records in a timely and consistent fashion in accordance with agency, grantor, legal and ethical principles.
11. Adhere strictly to the laws and ethics related to confidentiality at all times.
12. Under supervision, make recommendations on the basis of clinical information.
13. Allow for and provide access to alternative interventions (i.e., traditional practices/Spiritual beliefs, sweat lodges, etc.)
14. Attend program, clinical, or administrative meetings and trainings as required.
15. Participate in activities and training which enhance professional development.
16. Provide supervision to ACSW.
17. Provide statistical reports as required.
18. Position may be re-assigned during activation of EOP.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Indian Preference shall be given in accordance with IHC’s Policies and Procedures.