The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Behavioral Health Clinician (Community Care Team - CCT) with the Broward Addiction Recovery Center.
General Description
Provides counseling, screening, assessment, and intervention to individuals and families.
Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in social work, gerontology, psychology, or closely related field.
Requires one (1) year of social services casework, counseling or closely related field. Depending on the area of assignment, six (6) months of clinical case management may also be required.
Special Requirements
Depending upon area of assignment, may be required to work nights/weekends/holidays.
Special Certifications and Licenses Required
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
Must be licensed as a LMFT, LCSW, LMHC, and/or clinical psychologist in the State of Florida.
Preferences
Doctorate Degree in related field
Master's Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP) or Certified Addictions Professional (CAP); i
f not MCAP or CAP, other Qualified Professional through the Florida Certification Board
Experience in professional counseling
Supervisory or team lead work experience in the substance use treatment field.
Experience performing as a Qualified Supervisor as approved by the Florida Department of Health
Bilingual
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
CARE COORDINATION TEAM (CCT) LEAD
The Care Coordination Team provides a single point of contact to assist individuals who are not effectively connected with the services and support they need to transition successfully from higher levels of care to effective community-based care. This includes services and support that affect a person's overall well-being (such as primary physical and mental health care, housing, peer and natural supports, education, vocation, and the justice systems). Care Coordination is time-limited with a heavy concentration on educating and empowering the persons served until they are adequately connected to the care that meets their needs.
* This is an advanced professional position working as the Care Coordination Team (CCT) Lead, supervising a Case Manager and Peer Mentor.
* Provide weekly supervision to assigned staff.
* Participate in weekly staffings with the CCT and funder/Managing Entity (ME).
* Ensure that the CCT is adhering to the Evidenced Based Practice (EBP) Guidelines as defined by the ME
* Conduct in depth clinical assessment of high-risk population including issues of alcohol use and/or drug use, domestic violence, sexual abuse, sexual assault, child abuse and elder abuse.
* Ensure the timely completion of the Level of Care Utilization System (LOCUS) assessments for every phase of care.
* Serve as single point of accountability for the coordination of an individual's care with all involved parties (i.e., criminal justice, childcare, primary care, behavioral health care, housing, vocation, etc.).
* Ensure that the CCT is engaging individuals in their current setting, such as the Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), State Mental Health Treatment Facilities (SMHTF), homeless shelter, detoxification unit, etc. Individuals served should not be expected to come to the CCT.
*Participate in and ensure timely completion/submission of care plans with the individuals based on shared decision-making that emphasizes self-management, recovery, and wellness. Care Plans must include transition to community-based services and/or supports.
* Ensure that the CCT is providing the frequency of contact as described in the CCT Guidance Document and Evidenced Based Practice (EBP)
* Ensure that the CCT is available to provide on-call support 24/7
* Coordinates treatment with community, governmental and service providers, across systems, to include behavioral and primary health care as well as other services and supports that impact the social determinants of health.
* Assists client with completing assistance applications to obtain benefits as applicable (i.e., Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), health insurance, Veterans Affairs benefits (VA), etc.)
* Ensure linkage to psychiatric services, if needed, within seven (7) days of discharge from higher levels of care. If no appointments are available, ensure documentation is in the medical record and notify the ME.
* Coordinate with the ME to identify service gaps and request purchase of needed services not available in the existing system of care.
* Develop partnerships and agreements with community partners (i.e., managed care organizations, criminal justice, community-based care organizations, housing providers, federally qualified health centers, etc.) to leverage resources and share data.
* Notify the ME of individuals identified for Care Coordination from the priority population as specified in the CCT Guidance Document
* Observes, evaluates, and monitors reports and records program participant status and progress.
* Maintains associated clinical records electronically using computer-based applications.
* Prepares accurate and timely written reports on assigned caseload using computer-based software applications, including quality and/or quantity of work completed.
* Performs related work as assigned.
Competencies
Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals. Has a sophisticated grasp of business drivers, finds new ways to increase own contribution. Stays attuned to business and industry changes, ensures own activities remain aligned to key objectives.
Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Consistently looks at complex issues from many angles; obtains a rich and deep understanding; swiftly cuts to the core issue; skillfully separates root causes from symptoms.
Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Strengthens alignment and coordination between own work and others', providing well-sequenced activities and exact time frames. Foresees and resolves many potential bottlenecks and delays.
Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Accepts responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commitments to others.
Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Tailors communication content and style to the needs of others. Pays attention to others' input and perspectives, asks questions, and summarizes to confirm understanding.
Uses compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others. Positions and packages ideas so that they will resonate strongly with a wide variety of stakeholders. Uses strong logic and compelling evidence. Works with others to find creative win-win solutions; achieves consensus through compromise.
Operates effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear. Sees and seizes possible opportunities in unknown situations. Steers others skillfully with a stabilizing presence and clear targeted coaching in order to make significant progress.
Learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder. Ensures that the organization gathers, shares, and benefits from lessons learned across the organization. Strongly champions and rewards exploration and learning and emphasizes their importance.
Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Sees even subtle cues to adapt; deploys a wide range of behaviors to stay effective. Exemplifies flexibility and resourcefulness; responds deftly to a variety of challenges and situations.
County Core Values
All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.
- Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
- Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
- Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management Responsibilities
Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee Responsibilities
All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
Broward County, Florida
$65,401.26 - $104,381.37 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
Mar 03, 2025