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LCSW
Position Summary: The Social Worker reports to the Director of Nursing, and is responsible for ensuring that the medically related emotional and social needs of the Clients are met and maintained on an individual basis in accordance with policies and procedures, and current federal, state and local Standards, guidelines, and regulations. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Essential Job Functions:
 • Develops a comprehensive social history and psychosocial assessment that includes the resident's problems and strengths and preferences, including cultural, religious, and ethnic background and implications for the care plan.
 • Orients Clients and families to the facility, its services, its service limitations, and Clients' rights.
 • Participates in development of individualized resident care plans.
 • Completes mandatory documentation within timelines established by applicable regulations
 • Facilitates the social and psychological well-being of Clients and their families.
 • Mediates issues that arise among Clients, families, and staff.
 • Coordinates visits by facility mental health providers and makes resident referrals
 • Plans discharges/transfers to ensure appropriateness and continuity of care for transfers within and discharges from the facility.
 • Involves the entire facility in meeting Clients' psychosocial needs.
 • Direct and supervise the work of all Case Managers.
 • Participate in the interviewing, hiring and terminating of Case Managers by providing advice and recommendations to the Director of Nursing.
 • Review each employee’s job performance on a yearly basis (or more often if necessary). Make recommendations to the Nursing Director regarding employee advancement and retention.
 • Develop staff work schedule and assign daily responsibilities to ensure proper coverage for all shifts.
 • Ensure that all shift duties are completed in a timely manner and in accordance with WestCare procedures.
 • Participate in clinical staffing decisions regarding the Client’s current strengths and resources and their need for additional resources.
 • Assists other WestCare staff as needed in a collaborative manner to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community.
 • Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation.

Essential Qualifications:
 • Ability to work collaboratively with others in a manner that is pleasant and professional.
 • Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
 • Ability to work well in a team environment.
 • Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
 • Ability to operate a computer and complete documents in Microsoft Word program formats or the ability to learn.
 • Ability to respond as needed to crisis situations in an efficient manner.
 • Ability to complete work tasks within scheduled work hours.
 • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
 • Must be able to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, staff, and support agencies.
 • Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
 • Willing to seek out new work projects and contribute ideas and efforts to the constant improvement of WestCare services.
Education:
 • Requires a Bachelors Degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work. Must be licensed by the NV Board of Social Work. Prefer two (2) years of supervised social work experience in a health care setting, working directly with individuals. Must possess a working knowledge of Nevada Department of Health regulations.

To apply for this (and other positions), please visit careers.westcare.com and be sure to use the included Requisition Number where applicable.

WestCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment at WestCare is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, pre-employment physical and criminal background check.

Advanced Nurse Practitioner
Position Summary:
Person in this position will be responsible for the delivery of program services, quality client care, regulatory and contract compliance and interagency and community relationships. Essential Job Functions include those listed below. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Essential Job Functions:
 • Responsible for all aspects of treatment for all clients
 • Provide case management and quality assurance reviews on a monthly basis;
 • Provide staff observation and supervision on a regular basis;
 • Meet with staff and treatment team on a once weekly basis;
 • Report to Director of Nursing on a weekly basis;
 • Assist the Director of Nursing with program design, development, and implementation;
 • Write and submit required reports and/or provide appropriate data for administrative and marketing needs;
 • Attend regular professional education classes/workshops to continuously upgrade job skills or promote the image of the agency;
 • Work in collaboration with Director of Nursing and Physician to assess the physical needs of the patient and implement a plan of care.
 • Orders, interprets, and records results of clinical tests and reports results to physicians.
 • Prescribes medications and makes recommendations for other therapeutic forms of treatment.
 • Be on 24-hour call for emergencies;
 • Respond to any emergency situations that would necessitate intervention;
 • Insure that all required policies and procedures of WestCare are carried out.
 • Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation.
 • Other relevant duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:
 • Valid drivers’ license and proof of insurance;
 • 5 years recent experience in a Medical facility.

Education:
 • Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, or comparable years of qualifying experience.
 • Licensed Advance Nurse Practitioner

To apply for this (and other positions), please visit careers.westcare.com and be sure to use the included Requisition Number where applicable.

WestCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment at WestCare is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, pre-employment physical and criminal background check.

Maintenance Tech
Please apply to requisition #41
Position Summary: Person in this position provides general maintenance at WestCare facilities.

Essential Job Functions:
 • Performs routine general maintenance of buildings and building systems (interior and exterior);
 • Performs grounds and landscape maintenance;
 • Uses computer work order system to retrieve assigned tasks and accurately report the completion, supplies used and time spent on each task
 • Performs preventive and ongoing general maintenance of all equipment, including motor vehicles ;
 • Assists with construction and renovation projects;
 • Provides pickup, delivery of donated goods and transportation services as required.
 • Responsible for assigned tools, equipment, and supplies;
 • Assists with general sanitation of the facility;
 • Assist with any other need within the facility operations department
 • Other duties may be assigned as needed.
 • Assists other WestCare staff as needed in a collaborative manner to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community.
 • Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation.

Essential Qualifications:
 • Experience in building maintenance required.
 • General plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and/or other trade experience preferred.
 • Must have basic computer skills with common applications- word processing, spreadsheets, email, etc.
 • Must have valid Driver’s license.
 • Ability to work collaboratively with others in a manner that is pleasant and professional.
 • Ability to work well in a team environment.
 • Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
 • Ability to respond as needed to crisis situations in an efficient manner.
 • Ability to complete work tasks within scheduled work hours.
 • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
 • Willing to seek out new work projects and contribute ideas and efforts to the constant improvement of WestCare services.

Education:
 • High school diploma or equivalent.

Working Conditions:
 • Normal work hours are generally from 7 a.m. to 3:30p.m. Regular attendance is required. Working overtime may be required and essential to perform job duties at times.
 • Maintenance Setting- dusty and dirty environments, potential for work in confined spaces, elevated areas as well as areas below grade.
 • Indoor and outdoor settings, exposure to variable weather conditions including extreme changes in temperature

Essential Physical and Mental Demands of the Job
The employee must be able to perform the following essential duties and activities with or without accommodation:

Physical Demands:
 • Requires mobility and physical activity: Having an adequate range of body motion and mobility to work in an office, residential, or outdoor environment including standing and walking (even and uneven surfaces), sitting for extended periods of time, bending, twisting, reaching, balancing, occasional lifting and carrying of up to 70 pounds. Use of computer and telephone systems is required which includes coordination of eye and hand, and fine manipulation by the hands (typing, writing, and working with files).
 • Requires talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Talking is required to impart oral information to employees, clients, patients, and the public, and in those activities in which the employee is required to convey detailed or important spoken instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly.
 • Requires hearing: Hearing is required to receive and communicate detailed information through oral communication.
 • Requires seeing: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and at distance. This factor is required to complete paperwork for many of the employee’s essential job functions and to observe client behavior and activities in and out of the facility.
 • The normal work routine involves no exposure to human blood, body fluids or tissues. However, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment. Appropriate personal protective equipment will be readily available to every employee.

Mental Demands:
 • Requires the ability to collect and analyze written data and verbal information to reach logical conclusions.
 • Requires the ability to work and cooperate with clients, co-workers, managers, the public and employees at all levels in order to exchange ideas, information, instructions and opinions.
 • Requires the ability to work under stress and in emotionally charged settings.

To apply for this (and other positions), please visit careers.westcare.com and be sure to use the included Requisition Number where applicable.

WestCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment at WestCare is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, pre-employment physical and criminal background check.

RN
Please apply to requisition #39
Position Summary:
Person in this position will be responsible for the provision of routine nursing services to Clients.

Essential Job Functions:
 • Act as Lead Nurse on shift
 • Conduct nursing assessments of Clients
 • Initiation and delivery of Client Treatment Plans.
 • Administration of medication as ordered by Physician or ANP.
 • Documentation of all medication utilization, storage, etc.
 • Meet with staff and treatment team on a once weekly basis;
 • Report to Director of Nursing on a weekly basis;
 • Write and submit required reports and/or provide appropriate data as needed.
 • Attend regular professional education classes/workshops to continuously upgrade job skills or promote the image of the agency;
 • Work in collaboration with a Physician, Physician’s Assistant, and ANP to assess the physical needs of the patient and implement a plan of care.
 • Orders, interprets, and records results of clinical tests and reports results to physicians.
 • Respond to any emergency situations that would necessitate intervention;
 • Insure that all required policies and procedures of WestCare are carried out.
 • Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation.
 • Other relevant duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:
 • Valid drivers’ license and proof of insurance;
 • 5 years recent experience in a Medical facility.

Education:
 • Licensed Registered Nurse

To apply for this (and other positions), please visit careers.westcare.com and be sure to use the included Requisition Number where applicable.

WestCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment at WestCare is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, pre-employment physical and criminal background check.

MHT
Please apply to requisition #2,3,5,6,7 or 8
We have several openings for Mental Health Techs in our Reno, NV location
Position Summary:
Mental Health Technicians work under the supervision of a Counselor and assist with the delivery of individual, group and family counseling services and completion of documentation required for the clinical record including, but not limited to; implementation of the Individual Service Plan (ISP), daily notes and weekly reviews. Mental Health Technicians will attend interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and provide treatment throughout the client’s care. Under the direction of a Counselor Level II or III, Mental Health Technicians will assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation of situations to ensure safety to all. Mental Health Technicians will follow directions of Counselors to insure proper client care. Mental Health Technicians will implement an approved curriculum as the basis for group and individual counseling.

Essential Job Functions:
•Under the direction of a Counselor Level I or above, utilize counseling and psychotherapy to evaluate and treat emotional and mental problems and conditions, whether cognitive, behavioral, or affective.
•Under the direction of a Counselor Level I or above, provide individual, group and family counseling.
•Under the direction of a Counselor Level I or above, take necessary actions to provide crisis intervention. Implementing WestCare procedures regarding crisis intervention as appropriate.
•General client supervision in daily living activities and general program operation.
•Provide direct counseling services to clients.
•Monitor and assess client behavior and report problems/observations to immediate supervisor.
•Under the direction of a Counselor Level I or above, implement Individual Treatment/Service Plans.
•Report to immediate supervisor any unusual incidents that should be brought to the attention of the Program Director, Regional Vice President or regulatory agency.
•Complete documentation required for clinical records and other reports as assigned.
•Attend all interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
•Requires regular and consistent attendance to ensure continuity of counseling services to clients.
•Provide transportation as directed by immediate supervisor.
•Maintain all data collection logs on a daily basis.
•Assist with overall facility maintenance and general housekeeping.
•Follow all WestCare policies and procedures.
•Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation.
•All other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:
•Maintain the highest ethical and professional standard as to clients and employees.
•Ability to avoid all dual relationships with clients (any personal, financial, business, social or sexual relationship or other activity outside the context of the traditional therapist-patient relationship).
•Meet all state and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines in provision of client services.
•Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
•High level of initiative.
•Ability to be part of the team.

Education:
•Minimum of High School Diploma or GED with strong preference for Associate or Bachelor Degree in social or behavioral services field.

To apply for this (and other positions), please visit careers.westcare.com and be sure to use the included Requisition Number where applicable.

WestCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment at WestCare is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, pre-employment physical and criminal background check.

LCSW
Looking for an LCSW with or without LCADC, to work at our three locations in Reno, serving adults with substance abuse and/or mental health issues. Work consists of clinical supervision, individual counseling, and group counseling with a variety of populations. Programs include male Veterans, Prison Re-Entry, Homeless, uninsured and indigent clientele in an inpatient detoxification and crisis stabilization center. Most counseling will be brief, and the expectation is for this individual to assist the overall organization as a part of the Northern Nevada team. Position is full time M-F, with benefits.

WestCare is a multi-state program and has been a non-profit in Nevada since 1974 and an equal opportunity employer. Please check out our website at www.westcare.com. For more information, please reply to this email with a resume', or fax to 775-348-8830. Questions may be directed to Rhonda Shields, Coordinator at 775-348-8811.

To apply for this (and other positions), please visit careers.westcare.com and be sure to use the included Requisition Number where applicable.

WestCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment at WestCare is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, pre-employment physical and criminal background check.

ATTENTION U.S. VETERANS: JOIN THE NATIONAL AMERICORPS SERVICE MOVEMENT AND EARN A STIPEND WHILE MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OTHER VETERANS.

WestCare Foundation, Inc, a national network of nonprofit, community-based behavioral health affiliates is recruiting U.S. military veterans to fill 44 full-time position slots in its new AmeriCorps National Direct program (www.americorps.gov). Full-time AmeriCorps Members will provide 1700 hours of hands-on service over a 12-month period at a WestCare affiliate serving veterans and their families (onsite and in the community). Members will assist program staff to provide recovery support services, skill-building, screenings and assessments, etc. Member positions are available at WestCare program sites in Bullhead City and Kingman, Arizona; Fresno, California; St. Petersburg, Miami and Upper Keys, Florida; Atlanta and Savannah, Georgia; Tumon, Guam (Pacific Islands); Cook County and Sheridan, Illinois; Pikeville and Irvine, Kentucky; Sauk Centre, Stearn County, Minnesota; Pahrump, Reno and Las Vegas, Nevada; Forest City, Iowa; Manson, North Carolina; Portland Oregon; Sneedville, Tennessee; Olympia, Washington; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Torrington and Cheyenne, Wyoming, and St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. AmeriCorps Members receive a stipend (semi-monthly), benefits (limited medical and dental) and a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award (upon completion of service). Experience and/or interest in the nonprofit field, behavioral health field or veterans' needs is required. Preference will be given to U.S. military veterans. All positions require a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to pass background screenings and the ability to commit to 12 consecutive months of service. Individuals selected are required to travel to an expense-paid week of mandatory training at a location, and on a date to be provided later, probably in October. AmeriCorps programs are open to U.S. citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent resident aliens age 18 and older. Interested individuals can click on the blue box above to fill out the AmeriCorps Application form; then send your completed Application via email to mshields@westcare.com.