Clinician II Role

Phase 0: Pre-Onboarding

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Phase Overview

During this training phase Clinician IIs will focus on providing essential onboarding documentation for credentialing and paneling. Clinician IIs will be equipped with a general understanding of school-based mental health and wellness and the Schools as Centers of Wellness (SCOW) program. Additionally, Clinician IIs will develop a comprehensive grasp of their responsibilities within the SCOW system, along with understanding the supervisory expectations linked to their role.

Phase Objectives

  1. Provide necessary onboarding documentation for credentialing and paneling

  2. Develop understanding of school-based mental health and wellness (Schools as Centers of Wellness (SCOW))

  3. Develop general understanding of the intersection and integration of healthcare and education systems

  4. Develop general understanding of Clinician II role in the SCOW system and associated supervisory expectations

Resources

STEP 1

Receive Job Description

Thoroughly review the job description provided to gain a clear overview of responsibilities and expectations. Ensure a basic understanding of the Clinician II role to perform duties effectively. This foundational knowledge is crucial for fulfilling the position's requirements and contributing to the team's success.

    • Review job description

    • Ensure basic understanding of Clinician II role

STEP 2

Compile and Complete Employment Documents

Gather and complete the required employment documents listed below. Submit them for the credentialing process ensuring all necessary paperwork is in order for proper review and approval.

    • Resume

    • Government-issued photo ID

    • Documentation of current PPD results (TB test)

    • Pocket license (LMFT, LCSW, ACSW, AMFT)

    • Copy of current certificate of professional insurance

    • Copy of diploma or transcripts from school where degree was obtained

STEP 3

Review the Centers of Wellness Website

Explore the Centers of Wellness website to become familiar with program content and resources. Identify specific topics or site elements that resonate with you. Prepare to share these elements and other insights during SCOW Orientation.

    • Explore SCOW Website

    • Identify topic/site elements that resonate and prepare to discuss at Schools as Centers of Wellness (SCOW) Orientation

STEP 4

Submit Documents for Credentialing

(if not already SCHC credentialed)

Complete the necessary documents from the Sacramento County Health Center (SCHC) to move forward in the approval process. This is necessary to obtain authorization to provide clinical services and oversight. Timely submission of these documents will help expedite approval.

    • Complete county-specific credentialing application

    • Apply as a Medi-Cal provider within the Provider Application and Validation for Enrollment (PAVE) system

    • Enroll within the Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare (CAQH) Provider data portal

    • Apply for National Provider Identifier (NPI) number

STEP 5

Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) Requirements

Review the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) practice standards, specifically requirements for establishing new supervisory relationships, and the necessary documentation for supervision per BBS guidelines.

    • Review BBS requirements for establishing new supervisory relationships

    • Review supervision documentation per BBS guidelines

    • Complete a minimum of 15 hours of supervision training that meets the course provider and content requirements within 60 days of the commencement of supervision

    • Complete supervisors’ self-assessment report and email to BBS

    • Review annual updates to BBS requirements