What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapist - Behavioral Crisis Center position at BBH Burrell Behavioral Health?
Job Description:
Job Title: Licensed Clinical Therapist
Location: Springfield, Missouri
Department: Rapid Access Unit
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary:
Join our innovative Behavioral Crisis Center in Springfield, Missouri as a Full-Time Licensed Clinical Therapist and be a part of a cutting-edge approach to mental health and substance use treatment. With a focus on rapid access and collaboration with primary care physicians, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals who need it most. Don't miss out on this exciting chance to join a passionate team and take your career to the next level!
As a Licensed Clinical Therapist, you will play a vital role in providing immediate support and interventions to patients in need. Your expertise will help shape the future of mental health care in our community, ensuring that individuals receive the compassionate and effective treatment they deserve.
The Licensed Clinical Therapist position offers…
• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Career Advancement & Wage Growth - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added income
• Comprehensive Training - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job training
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement
Key Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with Primary Care Physicians (PCPs) as part of the medical team in the primary care environment
• Provide routine consultations with providers and brief 15-30 minute assessments and interventions with patients referred from PCPs for same-day warm hand-offs and follow-up care
• Administer evidence-based interventions to promote positive health behaviors for overall health and address immediate needs related to psychological health
• Assess patient safety and screen for behavioral health disorders
• Provide clear and concise feedback to providers, describing action plans and establishing plans for follow-up
• Facilitate integrated patient care by working collaboratively with medical teams
• Educate medical teams on identification and treatment of behavioral health concerns
• Support referrals to specialty mental health services as needed
• Promote positive working relationships between medical partners and Burrell Behavioral Health
Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:
• Must possess at least a Master’s degree in a Human Services field.
• Must be licensed in Missouri as a Professional Counselor (LPC), a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Psychologist (PhD/PsyD/LP).
• Provisional licensure (PLPC, LMSW, or PLP) may be considered.
• Applicants should have an interest in and/or experience with brief interventions, team-based care, a wide variety of psychiatric, substance abuse and behavioral medicine problems, and diverse populations.
Additional Qualifications:
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
Brightli is on a Mission:
At Brightli, we are dedicated to changing and saving lives through compassionate care and innovative solutions. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others, we invite you to apply and join our mission today!
Keywords: Licensed Clinical Therapist, Behavioral Health, Mental Health, LPC, LCSW, LMSW, PLPC, Rapid Access Unit, Springfield, Missouri
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.
Burrell is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
