Behavioral Hlth Clinician​/Outpatient; E

Overview

Summary:

Provides a wide range of outpatient behavioral health services to clients; this might include any or all of the following: conducting general biopsychosocial and diagnostic assessments, intake assessments for psychiatric or dual diagnosis patients; providing short-term or longer-term therapy based on the needs of the clients, including clients with substance abuse histories; conducting outpatient groups (including IOP and/or PHP). Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats a wide range of presenting problems;

assists patients and their families in the resolution of personal and environmental problems attributable to mental or physical disorders which prevent them from achieving their highest level of functioning. Works closely with other OPBH professionals to coordinate care and develop individualized treatment plans. Performs insurance reviews and obtains authorizations as required.

• Conduct biopsychosocial and diagnostic assessments and intake assessments for psychiatric or dual diagnosis patients
• Provide short-term or longer-term therapy based on client needs, including clients with substance use histories
• Facilitate outpatient groups, including IOP and/or PHP
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide range of presenting problems
• Assist patients and families in resolving personal and environmental problems related to mental or physical disorders
• Coordinate care with OPBH professionals and develop individualized treatment plans
• Perform insurance reviews and obtain authorizations as required

Master’s degree in related field (social work, mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy) or PhD in Clinical Psychology

LICSW, LCSW, LMFT, LMHC
; will consider candidates with MSW with an agreement to obtain licensure within 6 months of employment

Experience/training in serious mental illness and dual diagnosis preferred.

• Strong skills in working with challenging patients and their families
• Analytical and therapy skills to evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, provide therapeutic interventions, and evaluate progress
• Organizational and priority-setting abilities; ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work cooperatively with peers and other disciplines
• Ability to consider cultural background, linguistic skills, and diversity of clients
• Knowledge of community resources and managed care companies/third-party payers

Lifting up to 10 lbs. and occasional lifting or carrying of items such as files and books. Involves sitting, walking, stooping, and reaching.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider

• Hospitals and Health Care