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Work Shift:

Please see job description for details.

Time Type:

Full time

Department:

CC603010 ACMG ACNW GPC

Summary:

Springdale Primary Care - Requirements: Master's, 2 yrs related work experience & certification (see job description for certification options)

Additional Information:

The Behavioral Health Clinician will be an integrated member of the primary care team to assist in managing the overall health of the child or adolescent. The clinician will recognize, address, and monitor lifestyle or behavioral factors related to illness, injury, mental health and/or substance use. BHCs will demonstrate competency in psychosocial assessment and treatment approaches using evidence-based and trauma-informed interventions. BHCs may also intervene during psychiatric crises, address maltreatment concerns, or provide resources related to social determinants of health.

Required Education:

Master's Degree

Recommended Education:

Required Work Experience:

Related Field - 2 years of experience

Recommended Work Experience:

Required Certifications:

1 of the following certifications is required -  

Recommended Certifications:

Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) - Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling, Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) - Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling

Description

1. Complete psychosocial assessments with corresponding therapeutic interventions to address emotional/behavioral symptoms of patients in a primary care setting.

2. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team in ways that support the primary care physician and the patient-centered plan of care.

3. Attend and participate in medical staffing and case conferences, perform chart reviews, and document treatment progress in medical record in a professional manner.

4. Maintain schedule of therapeutic follow-up with those patients and families for whom continued support is recommended until either treatment goals are met or care can be transitioned to a community behavioral health provider (if appropriate).

5. Develop positive and productive relationships with community based organizations, outpatient behavioral health agencies, and acute or residential psychiatric treatment facilities. 

6. Demonstrate competency and leadership through ongoing education of community or interdisciplinary team members on behavioral health symptomology, treatment options and efficacies, and impact of trauma and mental health on overall well-being.

7. Collaborate with team members and colleagues to identify program improvement opportunities.

8. Demonstrate understanding of child maltreatment reporting laws and processes.

9. Manage time and job responsibilities in an efficient and organized way.

10. Complete care management and care coordination as needed.