Behavioral Health Manager

Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health provides state-of-the-art medicine and high-quality preventive services in our acute care hospital, specialized health centers and clinics. Our eight-campus healthcare district has 613 beds and offers comprehensive health services across a broad continuum of care.   

It takes a special person to work for Kaweah Health. We serve a region where the needs are great, which makes the rewards even greater. Every day, we care for people facing unique challenges and in need of healing. Throughout it all, our focus is to make a difference, and we do — in the health of our patients, our loved ones, and our community.

Benefits Eligible

Full-Time Benefit Eligible

Work Shift

Day - 8 Hour or less Shift (United States of America)

Department

7076 KH - Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit

Responsible for 24/7 oversight and management of crisis intervention, assessment and referral services for persons with psychiatric disorders and their families. Also responsible for coordination and management of daily operations for mental health social work staff to facilitate a therapeutic treatment environment, cost-effective and timely discharge planning, and coordination of aftercare services with community partners and referral sources. Demonstrates high-level leadership accountability in assuring staff competency, financial responsibility, as well as enhancing Kaweah Health's mission and vision to achieve strategic priorities.

QUALIFICATIONS

License /Certification
Required:

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT)

HeartSaver AED

Kaweah Health approved crisis intervention training within 60 days of hire/transfer.


Experience
Required: Three years of clinical experience as an LCSW/LMFT in a health care setting.

Preferred: Supervisory experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Effective interpersonal skills, critical thinking and creative problem solving.

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of:

Joint Commission standards

California Board of Behavioral Sciences professional practice statutes and regulations

Applicable federal and state guidelines and regulations, including HIPAA

California Mental Health Laws.

National Association of Social Workers Standards for Social Work Practice in Health Care Settings

Code of Ethics of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW)

Advanced Social Work Practice Competencies in Mental Health Recovery

Policies and procedures for areas supervised.

Leads quality of care and performance improvement activities in areas of supervision:

Organizes clinical care and service in areas supervised. Demonstrates and utilizes expert knowledge and skills in areas of practice; assists staff with clinical assessment and decision-making. Responds to unexpected staff shortages by maximizing available resources and assisting staff in prioritization of workflow. Understands principles of utilization and case management; ensures clinical care needs of those we serve are met in timely manner and that care is coordinated across the continuum of services and sites. Coordinates and participates in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and discharge planning rounds. Demonstrates awareness of needs and preferences of medical staff and provides excellent customer service and/or service recovery, as needed. Monitors required documentation to ensure adequacy of clinical information and compliance with regulatory standards. Analyzes patient experience feedback, utilizing data to drive workflow and practice improvements. Assesses and documents competency of each staff member hired for areas supervised. Collaborates with clinical educator and other organization resources on development and implementation of orientation plan for new staff. Performs staff evaluations, at least annually; completes performance appraisals within 14 days of due date. Identifies performance or education issues through observation, monitoring clinical outcomes and processes, and promptly communicates improvement opportunities / concerns to staff member(s). Utilizes research findings and best practice evidence in development of policies, procedures, and practice guidelines for areas supervised; shares research information with others. Assesses float or temporary staff and determines minimal competencies required for areas supervised. Utilizes human resource policies and procedures to ensure organization behavioral standards are met; consult