Behavioral Health Clinician (Broward Addiction Recovery Center) Salary

$63,496.41 - $101,341.16 Annually

Location

Multiple Locations, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

1412713

Department

Human Services BARC

Opening Date

08/22/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

Position Hiring Range

Expected salary hiring range from $63,496.50 - $85,635.62 depending on experience and qualifications.

Veterans' Preference Notice

Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

Description Benefits Questions REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Behavioral Health Clinician positions with the Broward Addiction Recovery Division. 

**Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered**

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, counseling or closely related field to area of assignment.

Requires one (1) year in social services casework, counseling or closely related field to area of assignment.

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 for duration of appointment.
Depending upon area of assignment, licensures and/or certifications may be required.

Preferences

* Licensure as a LMFT, LCSW, LMHC, and/or clinical psychologist in the State of Florida
* Master's Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP) or Certified Addictions Professional (CAP)
* Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in social work, psychology, counseling or closely related field (Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Counseling, Counseling Education)
* Bilingual (English-Spanish/Creole)
* Experience as Qualified Supervisor as approved by the Florida Department of Health (requiring periodic re-certification) 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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.

Positions available in Admissions, Residential, Detoxification, Outpatient services and as Court Liaisons.  
This is advanced professional work involving in-depth clinical assessments and/or treatment services of high risk population including issues of alcohol use and/or drug use, domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse and other traumas.

Employees in this class perform with some autonomy and make independent judgments within established policies and procedures.  Work is reviewed through supervision, conferences, reports and observation of work achievements.

Conducts clinical interviews; biopsychosocial evaluations, group and individual counseling sessions.

Work involves application of a variety of advanced diagnostic and assessment techniques including methodologies and skill training within established policies and procedures.

Develops treatment plans with program participants.

May counsel program participants, including those with complex issues; facilitate intermediate and advanced group sessions concerning substance abuse and co-occurring related issues.

Maintains associated clinical records manually and/or electronically using computer based applications.

Observes, evaluates, monitors, reports and records client status and progress.

Attends regular multidisciplinary meetings to discuss clinical cases

Coordinate services and facilitate discharge planning with case managers for continuity of services for clients.

Attend periodic trainings to maintain clinical competency in working with clients

Performs related work as assigned. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

County Core CompetenciesAll 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) ComplianceBroward 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 ResponsibilitiesAll 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 is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,000. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.

01 Do you possess a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in social work, gerontology, psychology, or closely related field? (This information must be verifiable on your application or resume). Yes No 02 Please specify the field of study that your degree is in. If you do not possess a degree, enter N/A 03 Do you possess at least one (1) year of experience in social services casework, counseling and/or substance use/mental health and/or crisis intervention? (This information must be verifiable on your application or resume). Yes No 04 Do you possess at least six (6) months of clinical case management? (This information must be verifiable on your application or resume). Yes No 05 Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license, or can you obtain prior to hire? Yes No 06 Do you understand that you may be required to work nights/weekends/holidays? Yes No 07 Please summarize your years of experience / competency with the substance use disorder population and discuss some of the different populations you have worked with. What have been some of the most challenging aspects of treating substance use disorder? 08 Tell us about your experience working with: a. Individuals involved in the Criminal Justice system b. Individuals experiencing Homelessness c. Co-occurring Disorders d. Women's Issues 09 The concept of ambivalence has been well researched in the substance abuse field. Which evidence-based approach have you used to explore ambivalence with your clients? Why? 10 How would you define trauma? Please explain any experience you have working with persons who have experienced trauma. 11 Please describe any experience and/or knowledge you have with Joint Commission or CARF accreditation. What was your role during the process? 12 This is a scenario-based question: You receive a phone call from a counselor asking you to evaluate a client who has just disclosed that there are times when he just "wants to end it all." Discuss how you would approach this situation and your plan of action. 13 This is scenario-based question: You have been working with a client in ongoing therapy for some time. Your client finally had a major breakthrough and is able to accomplish his/her treatment goal. The client asks you to go to lunch to celebrate his/her accomplishment. How do you respond and why? 14 This is a scenario-based question: A client's significant other/spouse has been informed by an outside source that their partner is in treatment, and calls you, the therapist, in order to ascertain information about this client. How would you respond/proceed?

Required Question

Agency Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Behavioral Health Clinician positions with the Broward Addiction Recovery Division. 

**Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered**

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, counseling or closely related field to area of assignment.

Requires one (1) year in social services casework, counseling or closely related field to area of assignment.

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 for duration of appointment.
Depending upon area of assignment, licensures and/or certifications may be required.

Preferences

* Licensure as a LMFT, LCSW, LMHC, and/or clinical psychologist in the State of Florida
* Master's Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP) or Certified Addictions Professional (CAP)
* Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in social work, psychology, counseling or closely related field (Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Counseling, Counseling Education)
* Bilingual (English-Spanish/Creole)
* Experience as Qualified Supervisor as approved by the Florida Department of Health (requiring periodic re-certification) 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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.

Positions available in Admissions, Residential, Detoxification, Outpatient services and as Court Liaisons.  
This is advanced professional work involving in-depth clinical assessments and/or treatment services of high risk population including issues of alcohol use and/or drug use, domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse and other traumas.

Employees in this class perform with some autonomy and make independent judgments within established policies and procedures.  Work is reviewed through supervision, conferences, reports and observation of work achievements.

Conducts clinical interviews; biopsychosocial evaluations, group and individual counseling sessions.

Work involves application of a variety of advanced diagnostic and assessment techniques including methodologies and skill training within established policies and procedures.

Develops treatment plans with program participants.

May counsel program participants, including those with complex issues; facilitate intermediate and advanced group sessions concerning substance abuse and co-occurring related issues.

Maintains associated clinical records manually and/or electronically using computer based applications.

Observes, evaluates, monitors, reports and records client status and progress.

Attends regular multidisciplinary meetings to discuss clinical cases

Coordinate services and facilitate discharge planning with case managers for continuity of services for clients.

Attend periodic trainings to maintain clinical competency in working with clients

Performs related work as assigned. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

County Core CompetenciesAll 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) ComplianceBroward 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 ResponsibilitiesAll 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 is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,000. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.

01 Do you possess a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in social work, gerontology, psychology, or closely related field? (This information must be verifiable on your application or resume). Yes No 02 Please specify the field of study that your degree is in. If you do not possess a degree, enter N/A 03 Do you possess at least one (1) year of experience in social services casework, counseling and/or substance use/mental health and/or crisis intervention? (This information must be verifiable on your application or resume). Yes No 04 Do you possess at least six (6) months of clinical case management? (This information must be verifiable on your application or resume). Yes No 05 Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license, or can you obtain prior to hire? Yes No 06 Do you understand that you may be required to work nights/weekends/holidays? Yes No 07 Please summarize your years of experience / competency with the substance use disorder population and discuss some of the different populations you have worked with. What have been some of the most challenging aspects of treating substance use disorder? 08 Tell us about your experience working with: a. Individuals involved in the Criminal Justice system b. Individuals experiencing Homelessness c. Co-occurring Disorders d. Women's Issues 09 The concept of ambivalence has been well researched in the substance abuse field. Which evidence-based approach have you used to explore ambivalence with your clients? Why? 10 How would you define trauma? Please explain any experience you have working with persons who have experienced trauma. 11 Please describe any experience and/or knowledge you have with Joint Commission or CARF accreditation. What was your role during the process? 12 This is a scenario-based question: You receive a phone call from a counselor asking you to evaluate a client who has just disclosed that there are times when he just "wants to end it all." Discuss how you would approach this situation and your plan of action. 13 This is scenario-based question: You have been working with a client in ongoing therapy for some time. Your client finally had a major breakthrough and is able to accomplish his/her treatment goal. The client asks you to go to lunch to celebrate his/her accomplishment. How do you respond and why? 14 This is a scenario-based question: A client's significant other/spouse has been informed by an outside source that their partner is in treatment, and calls you, the therapist, in order to ascertain information about this client. How would you respond/proceed?

Required Question

Agency Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers