Sonoma County Behavioral Health Division: Integrated Health Team
Program description and contact updated: 02/17/17
Program approved for: 1st-Year MSW [X] 2nd-Year MSW [X]
Parent Agency Name: Sonoma County Behavioral Health Division
Parent Agency Address: 3322 Chanate Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Parent Agency Phone Number: (707) 565-4850
Program Name: Integrated Health Team
Program Address (if different from the parent agency address):
3333 Chanate Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Program Phone Number: (707) 565-4900
Program E-mail Address: Kathleen.Spence@sonoma-county.org
Agency/Program Website Address: http://www.sonoma-county.org/health/services/mentalhealthadults.asp
STAFF MEMBERS PROPOSED AS FIELD INSTRUCTORS
Kathleen Spence, LCSW, Health Program Manager, (707) 565-4993, Kathleen.Spence@sonoma-county.org
Contact Person/s Administratively Responsible for Field Instruction Arrangements (if different from above):
Wendy Wheelwright, MFT, Workforce Education and Training Coordinator, (707) 565-4868, Wendy.Wheelwright@sonoma-county.org
Program Description:
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IHT is an adult behavioral health treatment program, which provides outpatient behavioral health services to residents of Sonoma County who are eligible for specialty behavioral health services. The majority of the clients served in IHT are referred from the Access Team or other county behavioral health programs. Services are provided by a multidisciplinary team working in collaboration with community providers, contracted community partners and other agencies to support clients in accessing resources and supports to move toward recovery goals and objectives. |
Primary Issues that the Program Addresses:
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The provision of integrated health care is a key component of the treatment for the clients receiving services from IHT. Many of the clients have significant comorbid health conditions and working collaboratively with primary care providers and with the Bridges to Health program we are striving to provide early intervention and prevention and to address health conditions that lead to early morbidity for consumers living with serious mental illness. |
Populations and Clientele Served:
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The IHT serves adult residents of Sonoma County who are dealing with serious and persistent mental illness. This program maintains a census of approximately 360 clients referred through the Access Team or other Sonoma County Behavioral Health teams. The IHT employs a Spanish speaking PSC (case manager), Psychiatrist, RN and clerical staff. All clients receive culturally sensitive services and we strive to provide client-centered, recovery oriented treatment. |
Types of Services Offered by the Program:
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Clients in the IHT program receive: psychiatric assessment and treatment, psychosocial assessment and planning, psychiatric RN support, monitoring and medication management and coordination. In addition, clients receive targeted case management, individual and group therapy and crisis intervention as needed. |
Intern Assignments and Learning Opportunities:
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Interns can expect to learn about and participate in the following activities: Psychiatric Assessment Individual Therapy and Group Facilitation Case-Management System Navigation Resource Development System Collaboration Medi-CAL charting and documentation |
Other Specialized Training and Educational Opportunities:
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Interns have opportunities to participate in on-going staff development trainings on a variety of topics, including Recovery Model, Cultural Humility, Law & Ethics, and Safety. Additionally, interns have the opportunity to learn about specific treatment models such as DBT and Psychiatric Rehabilitation Approach. |
Student Availability:
Days preferred: Monday – Friday_____________________________________
Hours preferred: 8am – 5pm______________________________________________
Does the agency offer evening and/or weekend hours for the field placement? Yes:____ No: __X__
Agency Profile:
Non-Profit: ____ Public/Government: __X__ Educational Institution: ____ Other (specify): ____
If a K-12 school, is PPS supervision available? Yes: ____ No: ____
INTERN CHARACTERISTICS
Please indicate the number of students in the following categories that the agency could accommodate:
BASW:____ First-Year MSW: __2__ Second-Year MSW: __2__ Second-Year Title IV-E:____
Please indicate any particular characteristics and skills that would be desirable for this placement (e.g., language capacity, knowledge of specific computer programs, etc.):
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Prior Behavioral Health/Crisis experience is desired. Spanish-speaking is highly desirable. Any multi-language ability is valuable. Dual-Recovery knowledge is valuable. Familiarity with Medi-CAL charting requirements is helpful. Familiarity with AVATAR is helpful. Lived-experience is welcomed. |
Number of SF State University School of Social Work students previously placed at this agency: __0___
SPECIAL PLACEMENT PROCEDURES OR REQUIREMENTS
Does the agency require:
_Yes_ Fingerprint clearance
_Yes_ Background check
_Yes_ TB clearance
_Yes_ Other health examinations
__No_ Immunizations
__No_ A vehicle for placement related duties
Does the agency cover the cost for any background checks or health procedures? Yes:_X___ No: ____
Does the agency require an early start or late completion date: Yes:____ No: __X__
INTERN BENEFITS
Does the placement offer a stipend? Yes:____ No: __X__
If yes, how much is offered and are there any particular requirements to receive the stipend?
Are there other benefits available (e.g., work study matching funds, food, transportation, subsidies for travel expenses and conferences, etc.)? If so, please specify: