About Job

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.

About Us

Patient-Centered Care: Medical, Dental, Behavioral Health, Pharmacy, Social Services
Research focused: Community Based Participatory grant-funded research programs; we are a Native American Research Center of Health (NARCH).
Accredited as an ambulatory health care center by AAAHC

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 Description

Job Title: Licensed Clinician

Reports To: Behavioral Health Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

Classification: Regular Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday option with Flexible Schedule 9/80, 4/10's

Location: Onsite

SUMMARY:
Provides clinical counseling and support services to Native American individuals, children and their families. Execute objectives as they are established by the grant.

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. Provide psychotherapeutic counseling services to individuals, couples and families.
2. Treatment plans will be developed and agreed upon by both client and clinician. Treatment plans may also include case management services.
3. Work in conjunction with medical staff in the development of medical/behavioral treatment programs.
4. Provide screenings (depression, anxiety, etc.).
5. Promote awareness of Behavioral Health community wellness activities.
6. Treatment services will include crisis intervention, individual, couples, family and group counseling.
7. Clinicians will collaborate with other IHC departments and outside agencies for the provision of treatment services and creating integrative care.
8. Performs all administrative tasks and charting duties/responsibilities as assigned.
9. Works on the collection of data and other research information as needed.
10. Maintains client confidentiality at all times.
11. Provide group counseling services.
12. Attends meetings when assigned and when necessary for individual client care.
13. Maintains client case files in accordance with both HIPAA and IHC regulations.
14. Performs additional duties as assigned and directed by supervisors.
15. Maintains a current license and abides by the ethics code of their profession.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

TRAVEL & DRIVING REQUIREMENTS
Travel is not required for this position.
Driving is required for this position. Must be comfortable driving around our service area.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Minimum M.A. or M.S. in Counseling, Psychology or related field.
Current, unrestricted LMFT or LCSW required.
Must have 1-year related experience; working with Native American patients preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGULATIONS

Current, unrestricted LMFT or LCSW
Valid California driver’s license in good driving record will be required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
Current CPR certification or attain within 6 months of hire.
Applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment physical exam, tuberculin skin test or x-ray and urine drug screen test to include marijuana. Health must be adequate to perform all duties of the position.
Must pass a criminal background check.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of psychotherapeutic modalities and their treatment application.
Knowledge of HIPAA and patient confidentiality protocols.
Knowledge of community resources and referral agencies.
Knowledge of group dynamics.
Skill in the practice of individual and group psychotherapy.
Skill in developing and executing educational groups and parenting classes.
Skill in interviewing and communicating to elicit information and cooperation from patients.
Skill in providing behavioral assessments.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the public.
Ability to interpret and communicate procedures.
Ability to write reports, correctly reflect treatment and document patient's progress.

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS

Productivity Software: Microsoft Office 365, Teams (video conferencing and meetings) and Share Point.
Electronic healthcare records software, EPIC MyChart preferred.
Utilization of Paycom, Relias Learning, and PolicyTech systems.

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