Company name
Telecare Corporation
Location
Los Angeles, CA, United States
Employment Type
Full-Time
Industry
Healthcare, Public Interest
Posted on
Jan 20, 2022
Profile
\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1965, Telecare is a rapidly growing mental health care company dedicated to making a difference for our clients, the community, and our employees. We offer an array of mental health services to adults with serious mental illness. We partner with public sector entities and behavioral health organizations and have over 155 programs and over 4,300 employees across the country. And we\u0027re growing all the time! When you work at Telecare, you help to empower thousands of individuals every day in their journeys of recovery.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eThe Crisis Residential Treatment programs will provide short-term, 24/7 crisis residential services for adults ages 18 via 16 beds at the Rancho Los Amigos Center, Olive View Center, and LAC USC Center. Services will help clients in acute psychiatric distress avoid inpatient hospitalization, emergency services, and incarceration; regain their stability in a safe, homelike environment; begin working toward longer-term recovery goals; and establish linkages with stable housing and ongoing treatment.\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmployment Status:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;Full-Time, Part-Time, and Short-Hour\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShift:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;AM 7:00 am - 3:30 pm or PM 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;Varies as needed\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePOSITION SUMMARY\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Clinician provides mental health support services to members served and their families at the program.\u0026nbsp; The Clinician also assists in the coordination of all mental health support services provided by the Team.\u0026nbsp; This includes coordinating and collaborating with team members and outside agencies such as, the Conservator\u0026rsquo;s Office, Public Guardian\u0026rsquo;s Office, Probation Department, County Behavioral Health Services, and housing and inpatient providers.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026middot;\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDemonstrates the Telecare mission, purpose, values and beliefs in everyday language and contact with internal and external stakeholders.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026middot;\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMakes use of management practices that include empowerment of staff, the provision of clear and concise expectations regarding duties assigned to employees, frequent feedback focusing on both positive and problematic aspects of work performance and other management practices that are consistent with Continuous Quality Improvement\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommends and establishes general policies, structures and controls\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollaborates with Program Director/Administrator to ensure program offers individuals served increasing opportunities for employment, social integration and independent living\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintains and participates actively in program activities\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticipates in the program evaluation process, utilizing results to identify needs, establish goals and directions for future planning\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttends and oversees the monthly Utilization Review process\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupervises and trains staff to complete service plans and risk assessments; oversees service planning and risk assessment for all clients of the program\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOversees all referrals to the Program\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides safe, effective and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care; provides direct services to clients, families and clients\u0026rsquo; community supports \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstablishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with persons served\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttends and participates in primary therapy, community meetings, family therapy, and groups\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticipates as a team member and provides input via reporting observations, concerns and asking appropriate questions\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReviews and implements client service plans\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActively facilitates and participates in team meetings and service planning meetings\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides leadership in facilitating the team process\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides 24 on-call (cell phone) coverage as needed\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides education/training to other team members as necessary\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssures that clients know and understand their legal status and rights\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides weekend/on-call service/back-up and crisis intervention\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompletes the Monthly Status Report to the County\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnsures all clinical issues are addressed around hospitalization of members served\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssists with Service Coordination Plan, including:\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp style=\u0022margin-left: 1.0in;\u0022\u003e\u003cspan\u003eo\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaking appropriate referrals for placement, case management and aftercare services, as assigned.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp style=\u0022margin-left: 1.0in;\u0022\u003e\u003cspan\u003eo\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinating with the Office Coordinator to assure that client benefits and finance are in order, as assigned\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp style=\u0022margin-left: 1.0in;\u0022\u003e\u003cspan\u003eo\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeveloping and maintaining an awareness of community resources\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Acts as Custodian of Records; determining best practices re confidentiality etc.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026middot;\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;M\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eust assist with restraint of members served in the event of assaultive behavior and pass assault crisis/crisis prevention training\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp style=\u0022margin-left: 22.5pt;\u0022\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuties and responsibilities may be added, deleted and/or changed at the discretion of management.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQUALIFICATIONS\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequired: \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026middot;\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne (1) year of direct service experience with mentally ill individuals\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp style=\u0022margin-left: 27.0pt;\u0022\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026middot;\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Master\u0026rsquo;s Degree in Social Work or related field and working towards licensure and registered with the Board of Behavioral Science - ACSW, AMFT\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026middot;\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMust be at least 18 years of age\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp style=\u0022margin-left: 27.0pt;\u0022\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026middot;\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMust be CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certified on date of employment or within 60 days of employment and maintain current certification throughout employment \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp style=\u0022margin-left: 27.0pt;\u0022\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026middot;\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification. If the position requires driving, valid driver\u0026rsquo;s license, a motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSKILLS\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026middot;\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbility to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026middot;\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThorough understanding of client rights\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026middot;\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnowledge of persistent mental illness and basic medical and psychiatric terminology\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026middot;\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstanding of issues pertaining to older adults\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePHYSICAL DEMANDS\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, squat, kneel and lift and carry items weighing 25 pounds or less as well as to frequently twist and do simple and power grasping. The position requires manual deviation, repetition and dexterity and to occasionally drive as well as Hazardous Exposure (Blood Borne Pathogens, Hospital Waste, Chemical \u0026amp; Infectious). \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEOE AA M/F/V/Disability\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e,EqualOpportunityEmployerDescription:Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities,PayTransparencyPolicyStatement:The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c),MatchScore:1.0,HasApplied:false,ApplicationJobBoardName:null,ApplicationJobBoardId:null,DateApplied:null,Salaried:false,CompensationAmount:null,PublishingStatus:1,Links:[],BehaviorCriteria:[],MotivationCriteria:[],EducationCriteria:[],LicenseAndCertificationCriteria:[],SkillCriteria:[],WorkExperienceCriteria:[],JobBoardMemberships:[{JobBoardId:4f54269c-3a81-e250-e075-3a1a05307eef,PublishedInternal:true,PublishedExternal:false,ExternalPostedDate:null,InternalPostedDate:2022-01-21T02:25:26.037Z},{JobBoardId:2fcbb6f4-e717-17cb-9327-3dd87a55b08d,PublishedInternal:false,PublishedExternal:true,ExternalPostedDate:2022-01-21T02:25:26.037Z,InternalPostedDate:null}],AssessmentUri:null,AssessmentStatus:null,OpportunityIsClosed:false,TravelRequired:null,TravelDescription:null,SupervisorName:null,Assessments:[],ApplicationId:null,CompensationAnnualMinimum:null,CompensationAnnualMaximum:null,CompensationHourlyMinimum:null,CompensationHourlyMaximum:null,CompensationCurrency:null});
Company info
Telecare Corporation
Website : http://www.telecarecorp.com