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Department Summary

As a pivotal member of UCLA Student Affairs, you'll ignite the Bruin spirit and contribute to a vibrant community that champions academic success and holistic development. UCLA Student Affairs is the backbone of the Bruin journey, supporting students from admission to graduation and beyond. Engage in a role that spans personal growth, academic success, and community enrichment, connecting students with a wealth of resources and opportunities. Here, you're not just part of a team; you're part of the UCLA legacy. Join us in shaping the future of UCLA, where every day you'll make a difference in the lives of our students and the broader Bruin family.Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) serves as the campus community mental health center for students. The The mission of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is to support undergraduate, graduate and professional school student development, empowerment and success through connection with dedicated diverse staff who provide mental health services that encourage Health, Healing, and Hope.. Caps CAPS Clinicians provide short-term, high-quality culturally affirming mental health treatment including assessment, consultation and case management; group and individual therapy; and psychiatry services. In addition, CAPS provides culturally responsive community mental health training and wellness education in collaboration with the Resilience in your Student Experience (RISE) Center. Clinical services are confidential and available to regularly enrolled students.
Position Summary

The Core Clinician position is essential to the Bruin Mobile Compassionate Response (CORE) Team, which provides mobile mental health crisis intervention for students in distress within the UCLA campus community. This role requires advanced expertise in counseling theories to conduct onsite clinical consultations, risk assessments, and crisis interventions, including de-escalation and safety planning. Clinicians work independently in the field, coordinating closely with campus partners, including UCPD, to manage acute crises and facilitate hospitalization when needed. They are responsible for ongoing clinical coordination and case management, ensuring continuity of care for clients post-crisis by overseeing referrals and treatment plans, particularly for complex mental health cases. CORE clinicians also collaborate with students to stabilize situations in the least restrictive manner, aiming to reduce repeat crises and hospitalizations while minimizing law enforcement involvement during psychiatric emergencies. Additionally, they support other CAPS clinical teams and participate in postvention responses for students affected by adverse events. A key aspect of the role includes developing and delivering training and education on mental health and crisis management to faculty, staff, and students, as well as participating in campus-wide crisis response initiatives. CORE clinicians work full-time (40 hours) between 9 AM and 9 PM Specific working hours will be determined prior to start date. Limited weekend availability may be occasionally required for emergency and postvention response. CORE clinicians maintain knowledge of community and campus referrals to ensure that clients are referred to appropriate resources and levels of care, and monitored to ensure linkage when indicated. This position is fully in-person. There is no option for hybrid or remote work. There is a potential one-year housing benefit to be included in compensation package.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications

1+ Year Post licensure experience with relevant prior experience and training. (Required)

Demonstrated expertise in trauma-informed care and culturally responsive practices within fieldwork settings. (Required)

Proven expertise in independently managing crisis intervention and de-escalation, addressing a broad spectrum of complex, high-severity, and high-acuity issues with precision and professionalism. (Required)

Proven expertise in managing mental health emergencies, with a strong emphasis on advanced crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques. (Required)

Proven ability to effectively intervene with clients exhibiting suicidal, homicidal, or psychotic behaviors, utilizing advanced clinical expertise and crisis management strategies. (Required)

Proven advanced problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities, with the ability to work independently while exercising exceptional judgment in identifying when consultation or escalation is appropriate. (Required)

Comprehensive knowledge of maintaining and ensuring compliance with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) standards, adhering to best practices and regulatory requirements. (Required)

Valid California Driver?s License, and ability to operate program vehicle. (Required)

Extensive expertise in legal and ethical issues related to mental health, with a deep understanding of patients' rights and the associated regulatory frameworks. (Required)

In-depth understanding of cultural and ethnic factors influencing mental health service delivery, with a focus on providing culturally responsive care. (Required)

Demonstrated proficiency in engaging effectively with diverse and traditionally underserved populations while fostering inclusive and equitable service delivery through highly collaborative approaches (Required)

Extensive experience in psychiatric crisis intervention and hospitalization, including prior LPS designation and proficiency in assessing and facilitating hospitalization processes. (Preferred)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

Advanced degree in related area (Required)

Current, valid license as a behavioral health professional in California (LCSW/ LMFT/LPCC/Psychologist). Note: maintenance of licensure in good standing is a requirement of continued employment. (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

Schedule

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
Union/Policy Covered

HX-Residual Patient Care Professionals
Complete Position Description

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