School Based Health Center Behavioral Health Clinician; LCSW​/LICSW​/LMHC)

Job Summary

LICSW/LMHC $3K Sign-On Bonus for eligible Non-MGB employees

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LICSW/LMHC) provides clinical services with patients and families that address psychological; psychosocial; environmental; age specific; and cultural and linguistic issues to maximize emotional, social and physical well being. Facilitates effective/efficient use of health care and community resources with the primary focus on children and families. The LCSW/LICSW/LMHC conducts psychosocial assessments, develops treatment plans and provides interventions and treatment as indicated.

Works effectively as part of the Behavioral Health Department and interdisciplinary health care staff in a blended primary care/population health models of health care delivery, as well as within school systems identified in collaborative models of care. Provides social work consultation to other disciplines within the Health Center, schools and community. May facilitate clinical education of social work interns/staff. Participates on departmental/Health Center wide task forces/committees.

• Education:
  
  MSW or MA. MHC / M Ed for LMHC applicants.
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.
• Unlicensed Social Worker Grace Period for License Eligibility [LCSW
  -Massachusetts]
• Social Worker I:
  Clinical experience in medical setting 0-1 year required.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker [LCSW
  - State License required].
• Social Worker II:
  Clinical Experience in a medical setting 2-3 years required.
• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker [LICSW
  - State License] required.
• Behavioral Health Counselor I:
  Related experience 3-5 years required. Experience negotiating, advocating, and navigating systems required.
• Demonstrated experience working successfully with people of various backgrounds and lifestyles in a manner that engages on-going self-reflection and continual learning required.
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor [LMHC
  - State License] required.
• Experience 3-5 years post‑graduate experience working with children and adolescents in mental health or school‑based setting preferred.
• Educational background and experience caring for medically underserved population(s) preferred.
• Experience serving residents of public housing preferred.

• Demonstrates personal qualities of leadership and knowledge of health care and school-based systems.
• Strong assessment and treatment skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective team collaboration.
• Good problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work well collaboratively and independently.
• Demonstrates basic foundational skills, showing fundamental knowledge and a commitment to the application of professional values and ethics.
• Demonstrates fundamental skills in formulation, assessment of risks, crisis intervention completion of psychosocial treatment plans, and appropriate documentation.
• Aware of opportunities in department/service initiatives; participates in initiatives at an entity level.
• Uses data to measure progress.
• Demonstrate fundamental skills under supervision.
• May need assistance in promoting collaboration among healthcare team members, other colleagues, and the organization to support and enhance patient care.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Provide care in school-based health center located in Charlestown High School during the duration of the school year.
• Provide care in ambulatory setting located in public housing, meets with clients in offices and primary care setting.

Remote Type:
Onsite

Work Location:

15-33 Tufts Street

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

Employee Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range: $70,990.40 - $/Annual, Grade 7

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