CMHC

Location: Chadron

Job Description QUALIFICATIONS
The CMHC provider must have an active, unrestricted license as a Clinical Psychologist or Licensed Clinical Social Worker and must be an independent practitioner in the State where services are provided. All services provided must be in accordance with state regulations.
Candidates with active, unrestricted licenses other than specified above, who are qualified to provide mental health counseling services in the State where services are to be performance, MAY be considered at the sole discretion of the Government and would require a waiver prior to providing services.
All candidates require approval by the Contracting Office (CO) PRIOR to providing services at the Center before and after award.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• promptly review applicant files and complete required initial assessment (intake), and treatment plan, as applicable;

• record all mental health documentation, such as, diagnosis, treatment and management plans, medication, reason of denial into the program (if recommended) etc. on the Student Health Record (SHR) and Job Corps Health and Wellness Program forms;

• participate in the management of, and provide written diagnoses for, a chronic care management plan for students with chronic conditions/disability related to mental health conditions, when appropriate;

• collaborate with Substance Abuse Counselor (TEAP) on services for students with co-occurring conditions of mental health issues and substance use;

• coordinate with center physician and Health & Wellness Manager (HWM) to discuss long-term medication management and Schedule II prescription management;

• participate in Reasonable Accommodation Committee (RAC) meetings & file applicant review team meetings during regular scheduled hours, when requested;

• assist students to acquire health-related skills and knowledge of healthy mental health care;

• attend conference calls, webinars, and DOL Training, as available during regular scheduled hours of service;

• maintain, safeguard, and ensure the confidentiality of all required student health records in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA);