FRED FINCH YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES
Behavioral Counselor - WRAP Connections (Finance)
1) Acts as behavior interventionist assessing behavior and providing team agreed upon one-on-one support for participants using strength-based behavioral interventions as directed by the Functional Assessment and behavior plan; 2) Teaches participants and/or caregivers use of effective tools for coping with challenging behaviors; 3) Educates, trains, and works with caregivers to support follow-through of interventions; 4) Collaborates with other team members to provide continuity and comprehensiveness of care; 5) Works in collaboration with participants and families to resolve crisis situations; 6) Provides treatment with dignity and show therapeutic understanding with all participants including people who differ in race, ethnicity, gender, and economic background, country of origin, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, and education. 7) Utilizes de-escalation techniques, including but not limited to: attentiveness to potential triggers/stressors and early indicators of distress; motivational interviewing; reflective listening; providing responses that rely on engagement and empathy; modeling composure through use of calm voice and neutral facial expressions; remaining self-aware of verbal and non-verbal communication, demonstrated ability to adjust verbal and non-verbal communication, prompting for use of known coping skills; etc., to defuse distress and ensure safety in a manner that aligns with the trauma informed care model
Documentation/Administrative Duties: 1) Completes same day documentation of mental health progress notes, reports and other documentation of all services rendered in accordance with agency policy and quality standards for the position. 2) Maintains participant records in an orderly and timely manner including effective use of identified Electronic Health Record systems. 3) Comprehends and meets all charting and billing deadlines. 4) Adheres to administrative and productivity goals (up to 65% depending on program). 5) Participates in internal and community based quality assurance as assigned. 6) Verifies all aspects of documentation meet or exceed county, state and federal guidelines. 7) Meets all HIPAA standards in providing PHI to others. 8) Completes other documentation as directed by their supervisor.
Competencies: 1) Demonstrates knowledge of child/adolescent/young adult development and emotional disorders as relevant to program's target population. 2) Demonstrates knowledge of individual and family assessments, diagnosis, differential treatment approaches and interventions including intensive case management services. 3) Demonstrates knowledge of documentation standards and capacity to meet documentation expectations. 4) Provides developmentally appropriate treatment services consistent with program model and involving multiple systems planning and coordination.
Professional Conduct: 1) Maintains professional boundaries and adheres to all professional ethical standards including abuse reporting, maintenance of participant and business confidentiality and all agency and program policies including Boundary Code of Ethics, Core Competencies, Code of Conduct, Employee Handbook and state and federal regulations. 2) Exhibits clear knowledge and understanding of overall agency operations as stated in agency policies and procedures.
Professional Development: 1) Participates in weekly supervision. 2) Participates in trainings and provides training as assigned. 2) Participates in quality improvement activities as assigned. 3) Participates in Agency committees as assigned.
Other Duties and Responsibilities: 1) Other related duties as assigned. 2) May be required to work flexible hours, nights and weekends. 3) Will drive on Agency related business.
Qualifications:
Required
A. Degree or five (5) years' experience in a mental health related field.
Demonstrated understanding of the developmental milestones of children, youth, or young adults.
Demonstrated ability to assess, triage and organize work.
Theoretical understanding or experience in behavioral approaches to treatment.
Experience with or knowledge of designing, supervising, monitoring, changing, and discontinuing individualized behavioral interventions.
Demonstrated ability to utilize de-escalation techniques that align with the trauma informed care model as part of intervention strategy for working with participants in crisis who are responding to triggers/stressors and/or demonstrating early indicators of distress.
Demonstrated cultural responsiveness in working with diverse families and communities.
Clean driving record; current CA Driver's License or ability to obtain within 10 days after hire.
Basic computer and keyboarding competence with the ability to use Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred:
Applied Behavioral Analysis experience.
Fluency in prevailing language(s) of the community.
Experience with ASD and/or intellectually disabled population.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet and, at all times is maintained within safe California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (CAL/OSHA) standards.
Communication
Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, supervisors, family members and youth.
Prepares clearly and concisely written reports and summaries.
Must be able to comprehend, follow, and clearly convey instructions to others.
Must be computer proficient and be able to work on a computer for up to 20 hours per week.
Physical Activities
Possesses the ability to actively participate in and supervise youth's recreational activities, including noncompetitive sports.
Must be able to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.
Must be able to bend, lift as much as 25 lbs., and walk up to a mile at one time.
Must be licensed and have the ability and skill to drive cars, vans, or other vehicles. May occasionally be required to drive up to 4 (four) hours a day.
Must have access to a dependable car and personal car insurance.
Must be able to respond quickly to emergencies, and to learn and implement Pro-ACT (or other agency approved training) as directed by program leadership.
Must be able to physically monitor youths to ensure they do not hurt themselves or others.
The job has potential for injury or harm, and the ability to assess and avoid threats posed by participants and the community is necessary to maintain safety.
Must be able to respond quickly to emergencies, and to learn and implement self-defense maneuvers, and to physically monitor youths to ensure they do not hurt themselves or others.