What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Therapist / Behavioral Health Consultant position at FAMILY HEALTH CARE CENTER of KALAMAZOO?
POSITION SUMMARY :
As an outpatient therapist you will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans and provide individual, group or family therapy sessions
As both a therapist and consultant you will assists individuals and groups in addressing their Behavioral Health and Substance Use disorders which may include personal, social, emotional and environmental difficulties which predispose illness or interfere with them entering recovery for substance use disorders / mental illness or chronic medical condition.
In the role of Consultant, therapist will work in an integrated team-based model of care to improve patients' health literacy, engagement, psychosocial functioning, compliance, and overall functioning and wellbeing.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Performs clinical assessments and evaluations with patients to determine functioning and an appropriate level of care
Diagnosis and treat mental health disorders
Create individualized treatment plans according to patient needs and circumstances
Meets with patients regularly to provide counseling, treatment and adjust treatment plans as necessary
May conduct evidenced based group for conditions such as Substance Use Disorders, Chronic Pain, Children's Issues, Anxiety, etc.
Conducts brief screenings to evaluate the needs of adults, adolescents, and children for behavioral health intervention, activation
Provides consultation to medical providers, Family Health Center staff, and other service providers to facilitate a coordinated continuum of care within the primary care setting
As part of an integrated team provides short-term behavioral intervention to engage and motivate clients to actively manage their care
Applies knowledge of evidence-based practice, including empirical bases of assessment, intervention, and other clinical applications, expertise and patient preferences to individuals, couples, groups and families to include adults, children and adolescents as assigned
Provides crisis support and referral for evaluation for psychiatric hospitalization if needed.
Creates and implements integrated treatment plans, ensuring access to organizational and external services within allotted time frames
Understands the role of Trauma Informed Care and communicates with team members and physicians about the impact of trauma on the patient's well-being and potential concerns
Communicate with health care team members and agencies to obtain pertinent information to be utilized in evaluating patient needs
Prepares case histories for use in diagnosis and treatment. Develops intervention and treatment plans which include an evaluation of family and community support, patient strengths, and level of risks.
With patient permission works in close collaboration with physicians and other health care personnel in patient evaluation and treatment to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors underlying patient's health problem
Helps patient(s) through individual or group sessions to understand, accept, and follow all recommendations. Follows through on treatment plan in patient's records
As a consultant provides direct intervention with patients and families in areas like mental health, suicide, domestic violence, sexual assault, death / grief, crisis intervention, advocacy, substance use, health education and intervention strategies
Makes referral for additional ancillary services as clinically appropriate.
Counsel patients and families on available community resources and supports.
Maintains required case documentation and records delivered services in an accurate and timely manner as required by regulating entities, accreditation organizations, and management.
Attends required in-service, departmental and organizational meetings. Participates in clinical review of cases
Participates in community collaboratives as necessary
Participates as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
COMPETENCIES : Collaborative
Displays willingness to make decisions, resolve conflict and delegate work assignments in a timely manner
Adapts to change, takes responsibility for own actions to advance team goals
Speaks and writes clearly and persuasively in formal and informal presentations
Actively participates in meetings and uses listening skills to keep an open mind
Solicits input from appropriate stakeholders, explains reasoning for decisions and uses strong interpersonal skills to communicate and influence others
Gives recognition to others for results
Solid Character
Balances team and individual responsibilities while assessing own strengths and weaknesses
Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views
Welcomes feedback, builds positive team spirit, supports all team members
Develops alternative solutions, supports and share expertise with other team members while building positive morale
Demonstrates knowledge of company policies and treats people with respect
Works ethically and with integrity, uphold organizational values
Keeps commitments, shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences
Educates others on the value of diversity, promotes a positive work environment where all feel free to contribute
Organizational Support
Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time, and develops strategies to achieve organizational goals and values
Supports affirmative action and respect diversity, understands organization's strengths and weaknesses, analyzes market and competition, and identifies external threats and opportunities while adapting strategy to changing conditions
Prioritizes and plans work activities while understanding business implications of decisions
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness within the approved budget and displays original thinking and creativity
Displays knowledge of market and competition that aligns with strategic goals
Meets challenges with resourcefulness, generates suggestions for improving work, develops innovative approaches and ideas
Leadership
Displays passion and optimism while exhibiting confidence in self and others
Inspires respect and trust while motivating others to perform well and influencing actions and opinions of others
Coordinates projects, develops workable implementation plans, includes staff in planning, decision-making, and process improvement
Communicates and completes changes and progress of projects on time and on budget while managing project team activities to overcome resistance
Makes self-available to staff, provides regular performance feedback
Develops individual team member skills and encourages growth
Safety and Security
Promotes safety precautions and security measures to ensure the safety of both staff and patients
Adheres to data security guidelines, including appropriate use of EMR systems and IT resources
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS :
Work is performed in a clinical setting. Contact with patients and staff.
Exposed to communicable disease, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinic environment.
Requires working under stress, in emergency situations or during irregular hours.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet but occasionally may become disruptive while working with a client.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and must be able to communicate by talking or listening.
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stoop and kneel.
The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
QUALIFICATIONS :
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requires Master's in Behavioral Health Field (Counseling Psychology, Social Work) and licensure LMSW, LLMSW, LPC Licensure. Experience with mental health and substance abuse is desirable.
Family Health Center has the right to modify the duties and functions of the job description based on the needs of the organization.
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