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So Others Might Eat/ SOME

Clinician (Journey Project) LGSW/ LGPC - #100428

So Others Might Eat/ SOME, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Overview SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare, and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.

Compensation Compensation : We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The salary range for this position is $65,000.00 to $68,739.84 and may commensurate with experience.

Position SOME (So Others Might Eat) is currently seeking a full-time

Clinician

for our Behavioral Health Services department at our Conway location, adjacent to the Benning Road Metro (blue line) in NE Washington, DC.

Position Description The Clinician utilizes evidence-based, trauma-informed best practices to provide diagnostic assessments, therapy, and clinical interventions to clients referred from both SOME programs and the broader community. This role promotes holistic integration by collaborating with clients\' care teams within SOME and external community partners. The Clinician also ensures continuity of care by providing warm handoffs, support, and referrals to case managers, prescribers, and other providers affiliated with SOME's programming.

Schedule Schedule:

Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (40 hours per week)

Required Required:

Master\'s Degree; 1+ years experience providing mental health interventions, working with underserved populations, and/or familiar with trauma-informed care

Preferred Preferred:

Master\'s Degree in Social Work; LICSW/LPC issued by the District of Columbia Department of Health; 3+ years of experience providing diagnostic assessments, trauma-informed therapy, and clinical care coordination.

Required License/Certification Required License/Certification:

LGSW/ LGPC issued by the District of Columbia Department of Health; Basic Life Support [CPR & AED] Provider

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required

In-depth knowledge of trauma, mental health, and substance use disorders

Strong clinical skills, including assessment and diagnosis, and trauma-informed treatment

Knowledge of electronic health records usage and management

Experience with or ability to learn brief interventions for walk-in and warm handover clients

Ability to work in a fast-paced FQHC environment

Organized with an attention to detail

Collaboration skills

Ability to communicate with diverse audiences

Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Time management skills

Problem-solving skills

Works well independently

Mental Health & Trauma Treatment Services

Assess clients for appropriate clinical interventions (SBIRT, diagnostic assessment, therapy, clinical referrals, etc.)

Plan trauma-informed treatment for clients

Provide screening, brief intervention, and referrals to clients who are walk-ins and/or warm handovers from SOME\'s FQHCs

Provide crisis intervention services for clients experiencing a crisis in SOME\'s FQHCs

Maintain an ongoing mental health, trauma, and/or grief therapy caseload of clients

Facilitate groups, as assigned

Ensure clinical notes are entered within 1 business day of intervention

Clinical Care Coordination

Support clients with adherence to appointments (outreach to clients who no-show)

Collaborate and refer clients to appropriate internal and external providers to address client needs

Refer clients to appropriate level of care as needed (Crisis Stabilization, ACT Teams, Hospitalization, CSAs, etc.)

Support with basic case management, as needed

Integration

Attend various clinical meetings within FQHCs and SOME, which promote integration

Provide trauma-informed mental health consultation to FQHC providers and staff

Collaborate with the client\'s physicians/ prescribers/ and providers to ensure the client receives holistic care

Provide coverage to the second FQHC, as needed

Reports to:

Senior Director, Outpatient Mental Health

Position Designation:

This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing before or during your employment with SOME. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. Requires looking at a computer screen for several hours a day. May be required to sit for long periods. Must be able to travel to events and meetings off-site

To Apply Go to our career page at https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.

EEO Statement & Accessibility SOME, Inc. is a proactive equal-opportunity employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

We are committed to ensuring the job application process is accessible to all users. If you require assistance or have concerns about accessibility of our website or the application process, please contact onlineaccommodations@some.org. This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests and does not pertain to application status inquiries.

To read our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. To view our notices to employees and applicants for employment, click on their corresponding links: EEO Know Your Rights Notice and E-Verify Program Notice.

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