CORE Clinician

BEH HEALTH COUNSELOR 4 HX (004460)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT52000-JC004460-PD172215

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

4/14/2025 11:41:57 AM

Date Last Edited:

4/14/2025 11:41:53 AM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

7000O

Organization:

VC STUDENT AFFAIRS

Division Code:

7400D

Division:

STUDENT DEVELOPMENT

Department:

520000 - STUDENT SERVICES

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

MI-DPT52000-JC004460-PD172215

Position Description ID

172215

UC Payroll Title:

BEH HEALTH COUNSELOR 4 HX (004460)

Business Title:

CORE Clinician

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

HX: Residual Healthcare Professionals

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40058598

Reports to Payroll Title:

BEH HEALTH CNSLNG MGR 1

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40063681

Department Head Payroll Title:

BEH HEALTH CNSLNG MGR 2

DIRECTION - Indicates that the incumbent establishes procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives in a broad area of work. Only the final results of work done are typically reviewed. Incumbent typically develops procedures within the limits of established policy guidelines.

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 10 AM and 10 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.

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.

Field Based Crisis Response and Intervention

Provide mobile mental health crisis response to students in distress (within the UCLA campus community). Apply advanced concepts of counseling theories to provide onsite clinical consultation/risk assessment, crisis intervention, de-escalation, safety planning, hospitalization coordination, and other appropriate clinical interventions, working in the field and performing independent, primary consultative oversight for campus response to acute crisis. This will include collaborating with UCPD for assessment, containment, transportation, and writing (LPS certified) involuntary holds as needed. This position will also respond to campus and/or community crises for community support, serving as a designated point consultant representing the CORE Program, mental health first aid and community.

60%

Clinical Coordination and Case Management Services

Exercise clinical judgement to ensure ongoing support for clients experiencing/experienced a crisis in the field including coordination with campus partners including SA and campus departments, and the broader community. Coordinate transition services through oversight & management of campus & community referrals, establishing standards for treatment, and assuring that these clients are monitored for continuity of care. Collaborate with Case Management for referrals, linkage, and follow up planning. As an advanced clinician making independent assessment in the field, collaborate with the aforementioned partners to provide treatment plans based on specialized clinical evaluation/diagnosis for the most complex campus cases including those presenting immediate danger to self or others.

25%

Campus Training, Education and Consultation

Use advanced training and expertise to craft and deliver campus trainings for faculty, staff, and students on student mental health, student crisis and distress, campus emergencies (including student death and suicide), overdose prevention, campus safety, crisis management, and the training of emergency personnel. This position will serve on the campus-wide Crisis and Response Team/committee (CRT) and the CAPS Compassionate Response (CORE) Team.

15%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Advanced degree in related area

Required

1+ Year

Post licensure experience with relevant prior experience and training.

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

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

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF 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".

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Mobile/CAPS-Home Base

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.