BH Clinician Co-Occurring - Substance Use Dis

Behavioral Health Clinician - Substance Use Disorder

(Full-time and Part-time opportunities available)

• Are you looking for meaningful, rewarding work that provides access to exceptional, comprehensive, and integrated health care for all. Join our growing team here at Choptank Community Health.

Join Choptank Community Health’s growing integrated behavioral health program and work as part of a multidisciplinary team, of therapists, medical and dental providers, focused on whole patient wellness.

Full time, part time, hybrid, and flexible schedules available.

Choptank Health is a Federally qualified Health Care facility and participates with the National Health Service Corp loan repayment program. Qualified clinicians can be awarded up to 100,000 dollars.

BENEFITS

• Certification scholarships available
• Paid holidays
• 403(b)
• 403(b) employer match
• Health insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Tuition and Education Assistance
• Employee wellness program
• Discretionary Bonuses

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director of Behavioral Health, and as a part of a multidisciplinary team the Behavioral Health Clinician will provide direct services including individual (adolescents and adults), couple, family, and group therapeutic services to patients struggling with mental health and substance use disorders. Collaborating with CCHS MOUD providers on patient treatment.

The behavioral health co-occurring clinician works with a variety of patients with behavioral health disorders and assists them in becoming as healthy and engaged as possible in the community, using recovery language and principles. The behavioral health co-occurring clinician provides education, consultation and guidance geared toward increasing awareness and building capacity to service those with co-occurring disorders in CCHS integrated behavioral health program. The goal being the provision of comprehensive integrated treatment that addresses mental and substance use disorders simultaneously, which improves treatment outcomes and the quality of life for those who need these services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Establishes and maintains positive, ethical, and professional working relationships with clinical team members, clients, and outside organizations.
• Relates to a wide variety of people including members of ethnic and sexual minority populations and is respectful of individual and cultural differences.
• Provides assessment, direct services and/or internal and external organization referrals for clients.
• Develops client assessments and treatment plans and maintains accurate and timely clinical records according to organization policy.
• Prepares and Reviews necessary reports, summaries, and progress notes, and incorporates clinical records.
• Performs consultation and liaison duties with other agencies and resources on behalf of the client.
• Monitors medication regimes and treatment compliance.
• Monitors utilization of services and the success of outcome measures.
• Narrow the knowledge gap between MH and SUD service providers by helping team members gain skills needed to become co-capable and/or co-credentialed. Specific skills set includes:
• Early detection, identification, and treatment of co-occurring disorders.
• Recognition of stages of changes and utilization of motivational interviewing to encourage movement towards recovery.
• Understanding how the six dimensions of ASAM criteria are used to create holistic, biopsychosocial assessments that guide treatment planning processes across all services and levels of care.
• How to make appropriate referrals to partner providers that will fit client needs.
• Participates in team member meetings, consultations, case presentations and in-service training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Regular, reliable attendance is a requirement of this job.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

• Has an advanced level of understanding of the concepts of individual and Group therapy evidenced-basedpractices to provide services.
• Possesses and routinely demonstrates a strong working knowledge of the mental and/or behavioral healthand support resources of all CCHS service counties.
• Understands recovery concepts in behavioral health; synthesizes and applies, as appropriate to their workat CCHS.
• Ability to learn new tasks and skills quickly, and to manage and prioritize multiple tasks, whilesimultaneously managing crisis.
• Ability to demonstrate the capacity to appreciate and work well with a complex and diverse population.
• Working knowledge of MD Mental Health and Substance use policies and procedures.
• Knowledge and experience with evidence-based practices, including trauma informed care framework.
• Strong clerical/administrative skills including personal computer skills (Microsoft Office software).
• CPR Certification
• Valid MD driver’s license

QUALIFICATIONS/POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• MD Licensed Clinician (LCSW-C, LCPC, LCADC, CSC-AD, LMFT, LMSW, LGPC, LGCADC, LGMFT)
• Master's degree from an accredited University
• Must be able to meet and maintain the CCHS credentialing requirements.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience providing co-occurring treatment to adults, adolescents, and families

Core Values:

• Commitment To Service
• Respect
• Quality
• Teamwork
• Patient Focus
• Integrity
• Accountability
• Caring & Compassion
• Professionalism
• Listening & Responding
• Safety
• AIDET

Job Related Competencies:

• Empathetic Outlook- The ability to perceive and understand the feelings and attitudes of others; the ability to place oneself “in the shoes” of another and to view a situation from their perspective.
• Attention to Detail- The ability to process detailed information effectively and consistently.
• Problem Solving- Identifies and analyzes problems weighing the relevance and accuracy of available information. Generates and evaluates alternative solutions and makes effective and timely decisions.
• Communicates Effectively- Developing and delivering multi-mode communication that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Values And Ethics- Serving with integrity and respect in personal and organizational practices. Ensuring decisions and transactions are transparent and fair.
• Time Management- The ability to effectively manage one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.

Commitment to Inclusion:

Choptank Community Health System (CCHS) is committed to creating an inclusive healthcare environment that reduces health disparities and values and respects the unique experiences and perspectives of both patients and staff by:

• Prioritizing equitable access for individuals of all backgrounds, beliefs and cultures;
• Offering ongoing training for staff to promote health awareness, preventive measures
• and early detection for a patient population of all backgrounds and cultures;
• Actively engaging with patients, families and staff;
• Fostering a workplace culture in which everyone is treated with dignity.

Job Type: Full-time, Part time, Hybrid

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

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  Choptank Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital or family status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.