Apache Junction

Announcement 10-6

• SUMMARY: The Counselor's main purpose is to provide therapy to individuals from all age groups in the community treating a broad range of problems from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. The Counselor shall assess, evaluate, diagnose, select approach to be used for individual treatment program and maintain client records, as well as, all data required by the agency.
POSITION REQUISITES:
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Masters degree in counseling or social work, three years counseling experience, and Certification of AZ Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (LCSW)
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Must have extensive knowledge and background of Outpatient behavioral health population.
• Must be knowledgeable of community resources available.
• Must be familiar with current psychotropic medications and side effects.
• Must be experienced and trained in crisis interventions.
• Must have good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read/speak fluent English, bilingual optional.
• Must have specialized knowledge and skills relative to growth and development of children and adolescents.
• Must be able to apply an appropriate range of treatment interventions to children and adolescents.
• Must have knowledge of substance abuse/dependence.
 

POSTING DATE: 2-09-10
CLOSING DATE FOR ACCEPTANCE OF BIDS: Until Filled
PROJECTED STARTING DATES: ASAP

Kearny

Announcement 10-7

SUMMARY:
• The Dedicated Case Manager will be responsible for providing out of office Intensive Case Management to an assigned child and adolescent caseload. This position will also perform mental health assessments, CASII assessment, perform CFT’s, screenings and/or evaluations as appropriate.
• This is a non-exempt, full-time position.
POSITION REQUISITES:
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High School or GED with at least four (4) years full-time work experience in behavioral health; OR High School or GED plus 18 credit hours post-High School education in field related to behavioral health completed nor more than four (4) years before the date of application; OR Bachelor's degree in a field related to behavioral health plus two (2) years full-time work experience in behavioral health; OR Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health.
NOTE: Degree in non-behavioral health field may be considered provided the minimum requirements for behavioral health education and behavioral health work experience are met: Refer to ADHS definitions for Clinical Liaison.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Ability to effectively use Crisis de-escalation techniques and behavior management techniques in crisis situations.
• Ability to read/speak fluent English, bilingual optional.
• Must have the ability to use simple math calculations.
• Able to recognize symptoms of client’s diagnosed mental disorders or addictions.
• Knowledge of indications, common side effects, reactions and interactions of prescribed medications.
• Client record keeping of client activities and progress towards goals and objectives.
• Shall acquire or have knowledge of growth and development of children and adolescents.
• Shall acquire or have knowledge of the range of treatment needed by children and adolescents.
Shall be eligible to become a CFT facilitator within 30 days of hire.
 

POSTING DATE: 2-09-10
CLOSING DATE FOR ACCEPTANCE OF BIDS: Until Filled
PROJECTED STARTING DATES: ASAP

Oracle

Announcement 10-8

SUMMARY:
• The Dedicated Case Manager will be responsible for providing out of office Intensive Case Management to an assigned child and adolescent caseload. This position will also perform mental health assessments, CASII assessment, perform CFT’s, screenings and/or evaluations as appropriate.
• This is a non-exempt, full-time position.
POSITION REQUISITES:
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High School or GED with at least four (4) years full-time work experience in behavioral health; OR High School or GED plus 18 credit hours post-High School education in field related to behavioral health completed nor more than four (4) years before the date of application; OR Bachelor's degree in a field related to behavioral health plus two (2) years full-time work experience in behavioral health; OR Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health.
NOTE: Degree in non-behavioral health field may be considered provided the minimum requirements for behavioral health education and behavioral health work experience are met: Refer to ADHS definitions for Clinical Liaison.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Ability to effectively use Crisis de-escalation techniques and behavior management techniques in crisis situations.
• Ability to read/speak fluent English, bilingual optional.
• Must have the ability to use simple math calculations.
• Able to recognize symptoms of client’s diagnosed mental disorders or addictions.
• Knowledge of indications, common side effects, reactions and interactions of prescribed medications.
• Client record keeping of client activities and progress towards goals and objectives.
• Shall acquire or have knowledge of growth and development of children and adolescents.
• Shall acquire or have knowledge of the range of treatment needed by children and adolescents.
Shall be eligible to become a CFT facilitator within 30 days of hire.

POSTING DATE: 2-09-10
CLOSING DATE FOR ACCEPTANCE OF BIDS: Until Filled
PROJECTED STARTING DATES: ASAP

SMMHC offers competitive wage & benefits  DOE/EOE/ADA