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Community Health Center in metro Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Clinical Psychologist or LCSW to manage the assessment and treatment of psychiatric concerns, psychosocial issues, and health behavior change through consultation and brief, focused assessment and treatment. The Behavioral Health Consultant will work closely with the Medical Director, Clinical Team Manager, and Director of Behavioral Health. - Great base compensation - Annual increases in salary - 5 weeks PTO to start (grows with tenure) - 1 week of continuing education and $1,000.00 - Access to robust student loan repayment programs Come join one of the most well respected integrative health programs in the region.

Candidates must be either a AZ Licensed LCSW or Licensed Psychologist. JOB SUMMARY  Community Health Center in Douglas, AZ is seeking either an Independently Licensed Behavioral Health Professionals in the State of Arizona (Licensed Clinical Social Workers-LCSW, LMFT or Licensed Psychologist-LP.) Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Psychologist to provide quality clinical mental health consultation to patients, providers and staff as requested. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  Provides brief, evidence based, solution focused behavioral interventions with active development of psychotherapeutic/ psycho educational behavioral change planning for patients.  Assessment and DSM-IV/ICD-9 diagnostics for patients referred by medical providers.  Cultivates education, administration and self-management skillsfor targeted populations with psychological or behavioral health issues.  Provide individual, couple and family intervention  Group facilitation to address bio psychosocial issues impacting medical issues.  Collaborates and co-manages the patients behavioral health care with consistent, expeditious feedback to referring providers.  Provides quality clinical consultation to providers and staff in areas of individual, family, child and adolescent, regarding mental and behavioral health related issues.  Promotes knowledge of patient behavioral health issues and provides education to assist with enhancing primary care utilization of behavioral health interventions.  Promotes a smooth interface between medicine and specialized mental/behavioral health care throughout the organization.  Provides on-site availability for crisis triage and intervention.  Documents the clinical behavioral health aspect of patient interventions and tracks the patient referrals to specialty behavioral health care.  Attends monthly department staffing and weekly supervision meetings  Must be able to embrace differences among people and is able to interact with internal staff as well as contacts in a culturally competent and respectful manner.  Requirements  Master's degree in the Behavioral Health field (Psychology, Counseling, Social Work) with two (2) years of directly related experience is required. Computer literacy is required. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.  Arizona Licensure as an LCSW or Licensure as a psychologist is required for this position. Computer literacy is required. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred 

Candidates must be either a AZ Licensed LCSW or Licensed Psychologist. JOB SUMMARY  Community Health Center in Sierra Vista, AZ is seeking either an Independently Licensed Behavioral Health Professionals in the State of Arizona (Licensed Clinical Social Workers-LCSW, LMFT or Licensed Psychologist-LP.) Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Psychologist to provide quality clinical mental health consultation to patients, providers and staff as requested. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  Provides brief, evidence based, solution focused behavioral interventions with active development of psychotherapeutic/ psycho educational behavioral change planning for patients.  Assessment and DSM-IV/ICD-9 diagnostics for patients referred by medical providers.  Cultivates education, administration and self-management skillsfor targeted populations with psychological or behavioral health issues.  Provide individual, couple and family intervention  Group facilitation to address bio psychosocial issues impacting medical issues.  Collaborates and co-manages the patients behavioral health care with consistent, expeditious feedback to referring providers.  Provides quality clinical consultation to providers and staff in areas of individual, family, child and adolescent, regarding mental and behavioral health related issues.  Promotes knowledge of patient behavioral health issues and provides education to assist with enhancing primary care utilization of behavioral health interventions.  Promotes a smooth interface between medicine and specialized mental/behavioral health care throughout the organization.  Provides on-site availability for crisis triage and intervention.  Documents the clinical behavioral health aspect of patient interventions and tracks the patient referrals to specialty behavioral health care.  Attends monthly department staffing and weekly supervision meetings  Must be able to embrace differences among people and is able to interact with internal staff as well as contacts in a culturally competent and respectful manner.  Requirements  Master's degree in the Behavioral Health field (Psychology, Counseling, Social Work) with two (2) years of directly related experience is required. Computer literacy is required. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.  Arizona Licensure as an LCSW or Licensure as a psychologist is required for this position. Computer literacy is required. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred 

Great Behavioral Health opportunity.  LPC, LMSW, LISAC and LMFT welcome to apply, Must be licensed by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as a Substance Abuse Counselor, Professional Counselor, Marriage & Family Therapist, Social Worker or other license as appropriate.  One to two years of experience with patient/client care in a behavioral health setting strongly preferred. Driver's License and Proof of Insurance may be required if requesting mileage reimbursement. Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required. Essential Job Duties: ·         Provides intake, assessment and behavioral health services for referred clients. ·         Provides individual counseling services dependent on degree and licensure.  For example, if LISAC, can only counsel for substance abuse related concerns.  ·         Documents and reviews documentation of behavioral health visits ·         Oversees and assists each assigned client with individualized service planning and reviews.  ·         Provides culturally sensitive therapy modalities and develops and provides new services.  ·         Assists in clinical discharge planning, referring clients to, or providing alternative services.  ·         Provides consultation and training to providers and staff about behavioral health services and clients.  ·         Provides reports and utilization management documents to providers and agencies involved in client's care.  ·         Participates in Behavioral Health team and other quality improvement and staff meetings as needed. ·         Coordinates and facilitates groups to support program goals and develops structure of content.  

Great Behavioral Health opportunity.  LPC, LMSW and LMFT welcome to apply, Must be licensed by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as a Substance Abuse Counselor, Professional Counselor, Marriage & Family  Therapist Social Worker or other license as appropriate.  One to two years of experience with patient/client care in a behavioral health setting strongly preferred. Driver's License and Proof of Insurance may be required if requesting mileage reimbursement. Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required. Essential Job Duties: ·         Provides intake, assessment and behavioral health services for referred clients. ·         Provides individual counseling services dependent on degree and licensure.  For example, if LISAC, can only counsel for substance abuse related concerns.  ·         Documents and reviews documentation of behavioral health visits ·         Oversees and assists each assigned client with individualized service planning and reviews.  ·         Provides culturally sensitive therapy modalities and develops and provides new services.  ·         Assists in clinical discharge planning, referring clients to, or providing alternative services.  ·         Provides consultation and training to providers and staff about behavioral health services and clients.  ·         Provides reports and utilization management documents to providers and agencies involved in client's care.  ·         Participates in Behavioral Health team and other quality improvement and staff meetings as needed. ·         Coordinates and facilitates groups to support program goals and develops structure of content.  

SOCIAL WORKER (Substance Abuse): Performs professional counseling and addiction medicine treatment in support of patients with an alcohol and substance abuse diagnosis. The incumbent handles cases that present multiple issues, and the need for more complex and Iong term treatment. Requires advanced knowledge of the principles, concepts, procedures, and practices associated with substance abuse. The work also requires advanced knowledge, skill, and ability to interview patients, analyze psychosocial data, develop clinical treatment plans, and provide consultation and training. Identification and Assessment Use a broad range of professional knowledge of advanced concepts, principles, procedures, and practices relevant to the substance abuse program and addiction medicine outpatient program to conduct comprehensive substance abuse treatment of patients. Conducts evaluations of Soldiers, family members, retirees, and eligible Federal civilian employees referred for consultation from the individual, family members, commanding officers, supervisors, agents of the courts, and medical personnel; counsels patients on primary and secondary illnesses; integrates information in clear and concise manner in order to formulate accurate diagnostic impressions consistent with established criteria and Joint Commission standards; makes clinical assessments to inform treatment decision making; advises commanders, supervisors, and referring providers as to patient's status, treatment needs, and prognosis where appropriate; performs analysis of data, develops findings, and tracks progress. Applies complex rehabilitation principles to conduct comprehensive substance use evaluations. Assesses primary and secondary problems to include behavioral health diagnosing. Applies regulatory guidance to meet program requirements. Collaborates with management/command officials to identify substance abuse issues. Collects data to evaluate treatment outcomes. Uses professional instruments to make assessments and evaluations. Counsels complex cases. Meets quality control goals and milestones. Treatment and Rehabilitation Holds primary case management responsibility for patients, using professional knowledge of outpatient and inpatient addiction medicine programs and alcohol and drug rehabilitation program concepts, principles, procedures, and practices and applies this knowledge to difficult and complex case assignments; develops new methods, approaches, or procedures to meet changing program requirements and patient needs; counsels patients on primary and secondary illnesses; prepares written findings and diagnoses in a detailed, clear, and concise manner; demonstrates knowledge and ability to make clinical assessments; prepares treatment plans that incorporate psychological theory and counseling techniques, and goals needed to restore patients to their normal work and social environment; provides strategic interventions, motivational interviewing techniques and crisis counseling for patients and families; provides family rehabilitation treatment services. Develops and implements comprehensive treatment plans. Conducts ongoing review of patient progress; evaluates and modifies treatment plans to meet changing needs. Uses specialized treatment techniques for amelioration of substance abuse. Provides individual, group, and family psychotherapy. Provides relapse prevention counseling. Provides crisis intervention counseling. Applies motivational interviewing strategies. Serves as consultant to managers/supervisors, commanders, medical personnel, and the extended garrison community concerning addictions medicine intensive outpatient programs and drug and alcohol rehabilitation and treatment. Develops therapeutic relationship with patients whose substance abuse and emotional problems vary in degrees of resistance to treatment, and in ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. Case Management and Documentation Holds primary case management responsibility for implementing complex treatment plans, arranging for required services with other providers and/or outside resources as needed. Case management complexity is intensified by the fact that many of the patients are resistant, uncooperative and have co-occurring (primary and secondary) diagnoses requiring close coordination with other resources (ex., health care professionals, legal services, workplace representatives, commanders). Documents case findings, diagnoses, and recommendations in a clear and concise manner. Applies professional knowledge of intensive outpatient programs and rehabilitation program concepts, principles, procedures, and practices to difficult and complex case assignments, developing new strategies and procedures as needed. Performs qualitative and quantitative analyses of pertinent data for evaluation of patient progress and for purposes of program evaluation. Uses word-processing and data management tools, as necessary. Documents case records consistent with clinical standards of care. Conducts peer review of case records. Adheres to established formats. Maintains confidentiality of records. Collects data and submits reports in a timely manner. Consultation, Training and Education Develops and implements orientation and training for patients, medical staff, commanders and key unit personnel, supervisors, and in the community. May also provide training and/or supervision for graduate students, medical students, interns, and other healthcare professionals, using professional knowledge of general concepts, principles, procedures, and practices related to the addiction medicine outpatient and inpatient programs .. Provides instruction in areas of expertise, to include interviewing, communications, decision-making, problem-solving, and behavioral dynamics. Consults with commanders and supervisory personnel to improve identification and referral procedures. Develops and implements formal and informal training plans. Establishes instructional design of classes. Develops training evaluation criteria. Modifies training plans to accommodate changing target population and situations. Conducts formal and informal trainings. Ensures that all requirements for licensure and certification are maintained.   ABOUT THE POSITION:   Must be able to satisfy the requirements of the 26JUL12 DODI 1400.25 V1230, DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Employment in Foreign Areas and Employee Return Rights. Visit http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/140025v1230.pdf.   CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:    RETURN RIGHTS: - Return rights are granted to civilian employees hired from stateside DoD activities to overseas positions per 10 U.S. Code § 1586 - Rotation of career-conditional and career employees assigned to duty outside the United States - Apply only to current employees recruited from non-foreign areas for employment outside of CONUS - Employees have return rights to their original position for five years and must exercise those return rights unless forfeited or formally extended. - Employees lose return rights when taking a new position outside of DOD or non-appropriated funds positions. - When an employee exercises their return rights they will be placed in the position they held prior to their assignment outside of the United States. - If the employee voluntarily stays overseas for longer than five years, they will forfeit their return rights. - If the employee voluntarily returns to a different position in CONUS, return rights are automatically forfeited. - Any employee who leaves government service automatically forfeits their return rights.    REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits. Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodations when: ◦An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply for a job. ◦An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace. ◦An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and office-sponsored events. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.   EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Army Medical Command does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

SOCIAL WORKER (Substance Abuse): Performs professional counseling and addiction medicine treatment in support of patients with an alcohol and substance abuse diagnosis. The incumbent handles cases that present multiple issues, and the need for more complex and Iong term treatment. Requires advanced knowledge of the principles, concepts, procedures, and practices associated with substance abuse. The work also requires advanced knowledge, skill, and ability to interview patients, analyze psychosocial data, develop clinical treatment plans, and provide consultation and training. Identification and Assessment Use a broad range of professional knowledge of advanced concepts, principles, procedures, and practices relevant to the substance abuse program and addiction medicine outpatient program to conduct comprehensive substance abuse treatment of patients. Conducts evaluations of Soldiers, family members, retirees, and eligible Federal civilian employees referred for consultation from the individual, family members, commanding officers, supervisors, agents of the courts, and medical personnel; counsels patients on primary and secondary illnesses; integrates information in clear and concise manner in order to formulate accurate diagnostic impressions consistent with established criteria and Joint Commission standards; makes clinical assessments to inform treatment decision making; advises commanders, supervisors, and referring providers as to patient's status, treatment needs, and prognosis where appropriate; performs analysis of data, develops findings, and tracks progress. Applies complex rehabilitation principles to conduct comprehensive substance use evaluations. Assesses primary and secondary problems to include behavioral health diagnosing. Applies regulatory guidance to meet program requirements. Collaborates with management/command officials to identify substance abuse issues. Collects data to evaluate treatment outcomes. Uses professional instruments to make assessments and evaluations. Counsels complex cases. Meets quality control goals and milestones. Treatment and Rehabilitation Holds primary case management responsibility for patients, using professional knowledge of outpatient and inpatient addiction medicine programs and alcohol and drug rehabilitation program concepts, principles, procedures, and practices and applies this knowledge to difficult and complex case assignments; develops new methods, approaches, or procedures to meet changing program requirements and patient needs; counsels patients on primary and secondary illnesses; prepares written findings and diagnoses in a detailed, clear, and concise manner; demonstrates knowledge and ability to make clinical assessments; prepares treatment plans that incorporate psychological theory and counseling techniques, and goals needed to restore patients to their normal work and social environment; provides strategic interventions, motivational interviewing techniques and crisis counseling for patients and families; provides family rehabilitation treatment services. Develops and implements comprehensive treatment plans. Conducts ongoing review of patient progress; evaluates and modifies treatment plans to meet changing needs. Uses specialized treatment techniques for amelioration of substance abuse. Provides individual, group, and family psychotherapy. Provides relapse prevention counseling. Provides crisis intervention counseling. Applies motivational interviewing strategies. Serves as consultant to managers/supervisors, commanders, medical personnel, and the extended garrison community concerning addictions medicine intensive outpatient programs and drug and alcohol rehabilitation and treatment. Develops therapeutic relationship with patients whose substance abuse and emotional problems vary in degrees of resistance to treatment, and in ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. Case Management and Documentation Holds primary case management responsibility for implementing complex treatment plans, arranging for required services with other providers and/or outside resources as needed. Case management complexity is intensified by the fact that many of the patients are resistant, uncooperative and have co-occurring (primary and secondary) diagnoses requiring close coordination with other resources (ex., health care professionals, legal services, workplace representatives, commanders). Documents case findings, diagnoses, and recommendations in a clear and concise manner. Applies professional knowledge of intensive outpatient programs and rehabilitation program concepts, principles, procedures, and practices to difficult and complex case assignments, developing new strategies and procedures as needed. Performs qualitative and quantitative analyses of pertinent data for evaluation of patient progress and for purposes of program evaluation. Uses word-processing and data management tools, as necessary. Documents case records consistent with clinical standards of care. Conducts peer review of case records. Adheres to established formats. Maintains confidentiality of records. Collects data and submits reports in a timely manner. Consultation, Training and Education Develops and implements orientation and training for patients, medical staff, commanders and key unit personnel, supervisors, and in the community. May also provide training and/or supervision for graduate students, medical students, interns, and other healthcare professionals, using professional knowledge of general concepts, principles, procedures, and practices related to the addiction medicine outpatient and inpatient programs .. Provides instruction in areas of expertise, to include interviewing, communications, decision-making, problem-solving, and behavioral dynamics. Consults with commanders and supervisory personnel to improve identification and referral procedures. Develops and implements formal and informal training plans. Establishes instructional design of classes. Develops training evaluation criteria. Modifies training plans to accommodate changing target population and situations. Conducts formal and informal trainings. Ensures that all requirements for licensure and certification are maintained.   ABOUT THE POSITION:   Must be able to satisfy the requirements of the 26JUL12 DODI 1400.25 V1230, DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Employment in Foreign Areas and Employee Return Rights. Visit http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/140025v1230.pdf.   CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:    RETURN RIGHTS: - Return rights are granted to civilian employees hired from stateside DoD activities to overseas positions per 10 U.S. Code § 1586 - Rotation of career-conditional and career employees assigned to duty outside the United States - Apply only to current employees recruited from non-foreign areas for employment outside of CONUS - Employees have return rights to their original position for five years and must exercise those return rights unless forfeited or formally extended. - Employees lose return rights when taking a new position outside of DOD or non-appropriated funds positions. - When an employee exercises their return rights they will be placed in the position they held prior to their assignment outside of the United States. - If the employee voluntarily stays overseas for longer than five years, they will forfeit their return rights. - If the employee voluntarily returns to a different position in CONUS, return rights are automatically forfeited. - Any employee who leaves government service automatically forfeits their return rights.    REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits. Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodations when: ◦An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply for a job. ◦An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace. ◦An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and office-sponsored events. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.   EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Army Medical Command does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

AMAZING INDIVIDUALS WORKING FOR POSITIVE PEOPLE at AIDS Healthcare Foundation!   Does the idea of doing something that really makes a difference in people’s lives while being well-compensated intrigue you? Are you looking to work for an organization that encourages growth and success from each and every one of its employees?   If so, AIDS Healthcare Foundation is the place for you!   Founded in 1987, AIDS Healthcare Foundation is the largest specialized provider of HIV/AIDS medical care in the nation. Our mission is to provide cutting edge medicine and advocacy, regardless of ability to pay. Through our healthcare centers, pharmacies, health plan, research and other activities, AHF provides access to the latest HIV treatments for all who need them.    AHF’s core values are: Patient-Centered Value Employees Respect for Diversity Nimble Fight for What’s Right   STILL INTERESTED? Please continue!   Responsibilities: The Licensed Clinical Social Worker Therapist / Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist is responsible for projecting and integrating the Mission and Core Values of the organization as well as AHF’s Management Philosophy in the leadership of the Mental Health Department.   Essential Duties & Responsibilities Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by the Director of Mental Health. • Conducts a psychosocial assessment on all new clients; conducts additional follow-up assessments as required by regulation or deemed necessary by the healthcare team. • Provides crisis intervention counseling to an individual, couple or families experiencing immediate psychosocial distress either by phone or face-to-face. • Provides short-term therapy as needed for individuals, couples, families and/or groups of clients. Length of therapy will be determined in conjunction with the Director of Mental Health—Southern Bureau. • Provides mental health triage/ referral/ coordination to clients, including directing clients to the appropriate level of mental health care: including medication management, neuropsychological testing, day treatment programs, substance abuse services and inpatient hospitalization. • Advises, counsels and, when appropriate, assists the patient's support system in problem identification, analysis, suggestions for interventions and follow up plans. • Develops and tracks mental health treatment plans in conjunction with the Director of Mental Health—Southern Bureau. • Reports suspicions of child and/or adult abuse to the appropriate authorities according to statutes in collaboration with the Director of Mental Health—Southern Bureau, the patient's medical provider and AHF's General Counsel. • Contacts the client’s HIV provider on a regular basis to ensure client is actively engaged in medical care. • Completes and documents case closures and discharges as appropriate. • Collaborates with the healthcare center team (nursing, medicine, benefits) to link client with community services and programs as required by the treatment plan in conjunction with the Director of Mental Health—Southern Bureau. • Attends monthly HCC interdisciplinary team meeting. • Maintains an active client caseload in accordance with productivity standards determined by the Director of Mental Health—Southern Bureau. • Schedules an 8-hour/day taking into account that the one-hour patient session includes admin time of 10-15 minutes to complete chart notes. • Reviews cases on an ongoing basis to assure maintenance of accurate information, benefits and appropriateness of the treatment plan with the Director of Mental Health—Southern Bureau. • Utilizes a standardized format for documentation and maintains complete and accurate files on all clients; documents response to the treatment plan and documents all services provided to the Director of Mental Health—Southern Bureau. • Conducts continuous quality improvement activities to assure caliber of service. • Serves as agency liaison to other service and community organizations as assigned by the Director of Mental Health—Southern Bureau. • Participates in training and consultation on HIV mental health issues to healthcare center staff, clients and the general public as assigned by the Director of Mental Health—Southern Bureau. • Prepares monthly reports (Grant or Governmental) as required by the Director of Mental Health—Southern Bureau. • Prepares quarterly reports for Positive Healthcare in conjunction with the Director of Mental Health—Southern Bureau.   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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   Other Qualifications   • Three years or more of inpatient mental health care experience desired. • Two years of clinical work, preferably with emphasis on chronically ill mental health patients desired. • Must be able to travel locally to HCCs.  • Strong organizational and record keeping skills. • Refined mental health interview techniques. • Knowledge of HIV/AIDS related issues and concerns as they relate to the diverse populations. (Preferred). • Familiarity with general medical and psychiatric disorders seen in HIV infected persons, HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders (HAND), crisis intervention techniques and social/family systems.   Other Skills and Abilities   • Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Creole) skills strongly preferred. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. • Ability to work as a team player. • Word processing and statistical skills   Certificates, Licenses, Registrations • Licensure as Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida preferred • Valid Florida Driver's License • Proof of liability insurance   We at AIDS Healthcare Foundation believe that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status or disability. The right of equal employment opportunity extends to recruiting, hiring selection, transfer, promotion, training and all other conditions of employment.   Req No  2017-5939

The Regional Medical Director of Mental Health Services is responsible for projecting and integrating the Mission and Core Values of the organization as well as the Management Philosophy in the leadership within and outside the Healthcare Centers and the Department of Medicine.   Summary The Regional Medical Director of Mental Health Services provides direct patient psychiatric medical care, directs the overall Mental Health Services program in the Southern Bureau (Florida), and develops and implements protocols that assure timely evaluation and management of AHF clients in need of mental health services.  The  Regional Medical Director of Mental Health Services works in collaboration with the National Medical Director of Mental Health Services and the Southern Region Medical Director, members of the Health Care Center leadership teams, the Director of Nursing, and various external grantor agencies and mental health services organizations. Expected time allocation includes 40 percent to administrative duties and 60 percent to direct patient care.   Responsibilities:   Essential Duties & Responsibilities Includes the following.   Other duties may be assigned:   Establishes and maintains standards for the Mental Health Services team members, with focus on quality of patient care and service, accessibility to clients, client retention, and productivity of team members. Provides direct patient care at multiple AHF Southern Florida Healthcare Centers, including urgent and emergent psychiatric assessments, psychiatric consultation and management of mental health care. Directs and supervises the care and services provided by other Mental Health Services team members, including physicians, mid-level providers, social workers and other staff. Leads regularly scheduled Mental Health Services team meetings. Coordinates with the National Director of Mental Health and the Southern Regional Medical Director, the Director of Nursing, and Healthcare Center leadership teams to assure effective management of mental health care services. Maintains compliance with services and deliverables as defined in grantor agency contracts, and works collaboratively with the Department of Medicine administration and the grants administration team to assure that grant and third-party payer reimbursement and operating expenses are managed responsibly. Develops and fosters collegial relationships with other healthcare agencies to identify opportunities to expand availability and improve quality of Mental Health Services for AHF clients.       Works collaboratively with Department of Medicine administration and Business Development teams to pursue opportunities to obtain funding support and/or form relationships with other agencies. Maintains adequate mental health services team member staffing to assure accessibility and effective management of client needs, including coordination of vacation and conference schedules to assure adequate coverage. Performs/oversees chart and peer review processes following the guidelines established by the Medical Policies and Procedures Committee.   Assists with investigation of patient and provider grievances related to Mental Health Services.   Attends Southern Regional Medical Directors’ monthly meeting.   Attends and participates in bimonthly provider meetings.   Attends providers’ monthly Case Conference meeting to present/discuss challenging psychiatric patient situations and to provide educational Mental Health presentations   Ensures attendance of Mental Health Services team members at AHF seminar/CME opportunities, as appropriate.       Recommends CME opportunities, and contributes to education of AHF providers and Healthcare Center clinical teams about relevant mental health topics.   Assists with counseling provider and other staff in Mental Health Services, consulting with the Chief of Medicine and the Human Resources Department as necessary.   Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures and programs.   Responds to and participates in all external agency audit requirements.   Provides periodic educational presentations for Healthcare Center staff.     Additional duties for the position of Physician – refer to job description for HCC Physician.   Participation in AHF Meetings/Committees AHF Provider Retreat Medical Staff Medical Directors Pharmacy & Therapeutics   Supervisory Responsibilities Supervises and manages Mental Health Services team members.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include assisting with interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.     Qualifications: Qualification 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   Education and/or Experience Doctorate degree (M.D.) or equivalent. Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry. A minimum of 3 years of related experience, after completion of residency training programs.   Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.  Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.  Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.  Ability to effectively present information to senior management, public groups, and/or board of directors.   Mathematical Skills High Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inferences, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical solutions.   Reasoning Ability Highest Skills:  Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.  Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.) and its most difficult phases.  Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.   Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Valid licensure as a medical doctor in State of Employment. Valid DEA certificate. Certification as mid-level supervisor Valid California driver’s license.   Other qualifications Ability to travel up to 20 percent of the time. Sensitivity to the issues surrounding HIV and AIDS. Ability to speak fluent English-Spanish or English-Creole preferred.