Behavioral Health Associate Jobs in Berkeley, CA

To direct, develop, implement and coordinate medically necessary treatment services withinPartnership's Health Services for adults and children with behavioral health and/or substance usedisorder needs. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs risk assessments for members seeking access to behavioral health or SUDservices. Collaborates and coordinates care as part of the multidisciplinary team to evaluate andadvocate for the medical, behavioral and psychosocial needs of the member whilepromoting quality and cost-effective outcomes. Acts as a support/resource to theBehavioral Health Access team and others within the organization for cases that arewithin appropriate scope of practice. Maintains a high level of clinical expertise. Is knowledgeable of current clinicalconditions, methods, medications, theoretical frameworks and interventions. Utilizes best practices in delivery of behavioral health services in accordance withprofessional and clinical guidelines. Coordinates with behavioral health providers, psychiatrists, drug and alcohol counselors,case managers, and other support staff to ensure continuum of care. Reviews and processes Single Case Agreement requests in accordance with establishedguidelines and workflows. Monitors and responds to correspondence in behavioral health inbox in accordance withestablished guidelines and workflows. Maintains accurate and timely documentation, records, and case files in the PartnershipCase Management System for members in case management. Attends and participates in multidisciplinary rounds, case conferences, and inter-agencymeetings and may lead these meetings when appropriate. Participates in developing procedure and informational materials that support Partnershipservices and benefits. Conducts and contributes to special training for staff, professionals, public and privateagencies and others as identified. Develops and maintains knowledge of community-based resources and organizations. Aids members to connect with community-based organizations to support and enhancewellness. Communicates clearly and effectively through all mediums of communication withmembers, providers, vendors, community partners, and Partnership employees. Assists call center staff with enhancing the member experience, which may includesupporting access to care and ensuring closed loop referrals. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

A Master's Degree as a Clinical Social Worker or Master's Degree thatqualifies for licensure or registered as Marriage and Family Therapist.Two (2) years of experience working as a Licensed or AssociateClinical Social Worker, Licensed or Associate Marriage and FamilyTherapist, or Licensed or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor.Experience in the delivery of care and services that address social,psychological and physiological needs of individuals from diversepopulations. Demonstrated skill in using evidence-based principles,methods and techniques to address mental health and substance usedisorders across multiple care settings

Special Skills, Licenses and Certifications

Possession of a current Licensed or Associate Clinical Social Worker(LCSW) License, Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) License, orLicensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) issued by theCalifornia State Board of Behavioral Science Examiners OR AnAssociate Clinical Social Worker (ASW), Associate Marriage andFamily Therapist (AMFT), or Associate Professional ClinicalCounselor (APCC) OR possession of successor licensure recognized asequivalent by the State of California. Considerable knowledge ofprevention, treatment and rehabilitation techniques used in theidentification and treatment of mental illness and emotional disorders.Federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations associated withmental health treatment and education programs. In depthunderstanding of the treatment of mental illness, including wellness andrecovery as well as strength - based approaches for individuals and theirfamilies. Valid California driver's license and proof of currentautomobile insurance compliant with Partnership policy are required tooperate a vehicle and travel for company business. 

Performance Based Competencies

Strong organizational, communication, attention to detail and criticalthinking skills required. Ability to work collaboratively in a teamenvironment. Ability to work within an interdisciplinary structure andfunction independently in a fast-paced environment while managingmultiple priorities and meeting deadlines. Ability to apply clinicaljudgment to complex medical situations and make quick decisions.Effective telephone and computer data entry skills required. Experiencein managed care business practices and ability to access datainformation using computer systems. Excellent English written andverbal communication skills.

Work Environment And Physical Demands

All HealthPlan employees are expected to:

• Provide the highest possible level of service to clients;
• Promote teamwork and cooperative effort among employees;
• Maintain safe practices; and
• Abide by the HealthPlan's policies and procedures, as they may from time to time be updated.

HIRING RANGE:

$106,667.05 - $138,667.16

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER NOTICE

The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive or definitive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or work environment change.