#CA-SSThe role of the TRC therapist is to provide screening, crisis intervention, and short-term trauma treatment to TRC patients. Services can be in the hospital, community and in office. The work site is located at 4900 Broadway and requires the purchase of a $58.00 monthly parking permit.Apply By Date 10/18/2024 at 11:59PM For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position. Minimum Qualifications
- Registered and/or licensed as a mental health provider with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, or with the Board of Psychology prior to being hired, and maintain registration as a condition of employment.
- Must possess a master's degree in psychology, social work, sociology, or other related field.
- Experience working with victims of crime.
- Minimum of one-year field placement internship in a mental health setting and experience working with children with histories of trauma and training in evidence-based protocols such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
- Experience providing trauma-informed mental health care, including evidence-based treatment models for trauma.
- Experience providing mental health treatment to children, adolescents, and adults.
- Experience collaborating and/or providing community based or hospital based mental health services.
- Knowledge of and ability to effectively use DSM-5 (or subsequent versions of DSM).
- Completion of CITI Basis course for Social and Behavioral Researchers and Staff within 3 months of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge and understanding of individual, child, and family development, human behavior, and the influence of culture and values on development and behavior as well as on clinical practice.
- Knowledge of and skills to provide case management, individual, group, conjoint, family, and evidence-based treatments.
- Knowledge of suicidal behavior, the ability to assess lethality, and the ability to develop appropriate treatment plan.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; verbal, written, and listening; Ability to work diplomatically with a wide variety of people.
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively with children and their caregivers.
- Knowledge of child, elder abuse, and domestic violence reporting requirements, and other significant legislation and laws regulating mental health practice, (e.g., Tarasoff, patient confidentiality, etc.) with the ability to make appropriate interventions based on law and policy.
- Good writing, verbal, and planning skills to write clear and concise reports using applicable computer software.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to organize a variety of concurrent activities, set realistic goals and objectives, plan ahead and meet deadlines without compromising quality.
- Ability to conceptualize clinical situations and demonstrate application of theory in case management and psychotherapeutic responsibilities.
- Knowledge of current treatment literature and its applicability to mental health therapy.
- Ability to use clinical supervision to enhance professional growth and examine clinical work.
- Ability to successfully manage conflict.
- Ability to apply cultural competency standards to clinical care.
- Knowledge of community resources.
- Skills, knowledge, and ability to support the policies and procedures of the CAARE Center and U.C. Davis Health System.
Key Responsibilities
- 75% - Clinical Duties
- 25% - Collaboratoin
Department Overview The vision of the Department of Pediatrics is the healthiest future for all children and families, with a mission dedicated to creating a healthy future for all children through outstanding patient care, transformative research, innovative medical education and community-based advocacy. As part of this mission, the purpose of the CAARE Diagnostic and Treatment Center is to provide culturally responsive, trauma informed patient care (mental health services), teaching and research on behalf of abused/neglected and at-risk children. The CAARE Center specializes in treating childhood trauma, offering evidence-based treatment within a multidisciplinary setting that values staff wellness. Mental health services are provided to children ages 0 to 21 through various service contracts and grants across settings, including outpatient clinics, pediatric clinics, juvenile hall, and community settings.We acknowledge that our society carries within it historical and deep-rooted injustices and biases. Children and families are impacted by systemic, cultural, social, and economic factors, and face barriers and challenges when seeking mental health services. UC Davis Health and the CAARE Center values the diversity and intersectionality of the clients and families served, and the importance of hiring professionals that share these identities. We believe that diversity strengthens the foundation of our medical center and fulfills our commitment to address the health disparities in mental health care. We endeavor to foster mutual understanding and respect among the many parts of our whole, and therefore are committed to outreaching and welcoming providers from varied backgrounds who share our values on diversity, equity, and inclusion.The CAARE Center is offering competitive salaries combined with exceptional employment benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacations and holidays, excellent retirement savings and investment plans, continuing education, reduced fee, scholarship and loan repayment programs. The CAARE Center has some flexibility in work hours, supports professional development, and offers weekly supervision and training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, PC-CARE, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. All therapists are trained in at least two evidence-based treatments and supervision is provided for those accruing hours towards licensure. This position will provide mental health services to children ages 0-21.The UCD Trauma Recovery Center is a collaboration between the CAARE Center, the UC Davis Health Wraparound Hospital-based Violence Intervention Program (HVIP), and the UC Davis Health Violence Prevention Research Program (VPRP). The UCD-TRC will be co-located with the Wraparound program on UC Davis Health campus to provide a multidisciplinary team approach to comprehensive services for victims of crime ages 0-26 years old.POSITION INFORMATION
- Salary or Pay Range: $ 2,488.80 - $3,283.20
- Salary Frequency: Biweekly
- Salary Grade: 135
- UC Job Title: MENTAL HEALTH THER 1
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Staff: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100 %
- Shift Hours: 8am-5pm
- Location: Jackson Business Park IV (HSP105)
- Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site
Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: •High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs •UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family •Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave •Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement •Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement •Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement •Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth •WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources •On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services •Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage •Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles •Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here •UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staffPhysical Demands
- Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Environmental Demands
- Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Mental Demands
- Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Special Requirements
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
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