· Evaluates patients by interviewing patient, family, and other persons; conducting physical examinations; observing behaviors; reviewing medical history and related documents; selecting, administering, and interpreting psychological tests; ordering laboratory test and evaluating results.

· Develops treatment plans by determining nature and extent of cognitive, emotional, developmental, social, and behavioral disorders; establishing treatment goals and methodologies.

· Treats patients by utilizing psychotherapeutic methods and medications; discussing progress towards goals with patients; providing instructions; monitoring effect of medications; supervising staff provision of services.

· Maintains interdisciplinary treatment by reviewing treatment plans and progress; consulting and collaborating with primary care physicians, mental health therapists, nurses and other health care providers.

· Improves staff competence by providing training and discussions regarding the interrelationship between psychosocial and physiological problems, psychotropic medications, crisis intervention, and related issues.

· Maintains historical records by documenting symptoms, medications, and treatment events; writing summaries.

· Teach, take continuing education classes, attend conferences or seminars, or conduct research and publish findings to increase understanding of mental, emotional, or behavioral states or disorders.

· Prepare and submit case reports or summaries to government or mental health agencies.

· Provide the collaborative documentation for service delivery including treatment goals, progress notes, and billing and submit said documentation as specified by set standards. Maintains complete and accurate records and reports regarding patients’ histories and progress, services provided, and other required information.

· Promotes positive inter-department cooperation. Willingly participates in applicable committees or task forces, demonstrates a positive behavior in identifying and resolving complex or out of policy operation problems.

· Telemedicine services will be provided by licensed and credentialed behavioral health providers who are full/part time employees or have a current contract with Community Care of West Virginia, Inc. The clinical care will be provided within the scope of their license.

· Other projects and duties as assigned.

· Supports the Mission, Values and Vision of Community Care of West Virginia (CCWV) and the facility.

Education/Qualifications/Experience:

Education

1. Medical degree from an accredited school and licensed to practice in West Virginia.

Qualifications

1. Board certification or board eligibility in psychiatry.

2. DEA certificate and WV Controlled Substances registration.

3. Must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening and fingerprint national background check.

Experience

1. Two (2) years of practical therapy experience.

2. Experience working directly with individuals who have chemical dependencies is highly preferred.

3. Experience with Motivational Interviewing, Self-Management and Patient Engagement strategies.

4. Experience with Medicare and Medicaid population, insurance providers and telephonic engagement.

5. Demonstrated experience in working with an underserved population.

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