What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychotherapist (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT) Mental Health Access Center - Bangor position at Penobscot Community Health Care?
Therapists - join one of the most inventive and forward-looking FQHCs in the country. Penobscot Community Health Care is seeking a Psychotherapist to work in and support the vital Capeheart Mental Health Access Center (MHAC) in Bangor. Work alongside skilled, compassionate providers offering a wide array of mental health services, as well as substance use disorder treatment. Care for your own patient panel and partner with care teams across the organization providing and promoting timely access to care, continuity of care, and the enhancement of well-being for all regardless of life circumstance.
LCSW, LCPC, LMFT and Conditionally Licensed providers are encouraged to apply. Advanced degree in MH Counseling, Social Work or Marriage and Family Therapy required. Must be licensed or eligible for licensing in the state of Maine to provide mental health counseling. All externally hired LCSW/LCPC/LMFT's will receive a sign-on/retention bonus ranging from $10,000 to $15,000, depending on prior experience!
Highlights:
- This position is planned for full-time 40 hours per week, generally Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Some in-person work is required. ask about remote/hybrid schedule options.
- Schedule has some flexibility - willing to work with candidate on preferred schedule based on needs of the practice.
- The MHAC Therapist practices and collaborates with peer PCHC therapists embedded in outpatient primary care practices across the organization for effective, efficient service delivery.
- In addition to providing two psychiatric assessments per day, the MHAC Psychotherapist will serve as an empaneled provider, offering individual, couples and group counseling and mental health triage.
- This is an opportunity to work with diverse populations across the lifespan.
- The MHAC Therapist should be well versed and skilled in a variety of counseling modalities that include solution focused as well as long-term therapy work and be comfortable in a dynamic and growing professional environment.
Why Penobscot Community Health Care?
- Federally Qualified Health Center offering an integrated Medical Home Model
- Experienced care teams
- Collegial professional atmosphere with informed leadership and superb support
- Engaged and supportive patient population
- Student loan repayment .
- Relocation assistance available
- Competitive compensation and generous benefits
Penobscot Community Health Care: PCHC is comprised of 17 practices and program service sites in the Greater Bangor area, in Old Town, Belfast, Winterport and Jackman. We offer a wide range of services including family medicine, dental, pediatrics, geriatrics, mental health, substance use disorder and specialty services, primary care pharmacy and both shelter and healthcare for those experiencing homelessness. Our integrated medical home model supports our mission and vision in which everyone has access to quality, cost effective health care, regardless of life circumstance. Our services support and empower people to advocate for their personal goals and needs and connect with community-based resources. Our success is measured when the health of our community encompasses physical and emotional wellness, personal dignity and a sense of belonging.
Greater Bangor, Maine: A historic, riverside city less than one hour from Maine’s gorgeous Acadia National park and Maine’s storied mid-coast region. Enjoy the amenities of a good-sized metro without the hassle – and be inspired by all of Maine’s natural beauty and resources at your doorstep! Maine’s third largest metro, with its own International airport - it’s a short drive to Boston (3 hrs.) and Portland’s quaint Old Port (2 hrs.). Limitless 4-season outdoor recreational opportunities, a wide variety of arts, cultural and entertainment venues coupled with great family-centered neighborhoods and excellent public and private schools make the Greater Bangor Region highly desirable for professional families.
Curious, or interested in learning more? Apply today! You can request a full copy of the detailed job description by emailing recruitment@pchc.com.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred- Lic Social Work-Clin Cond
- Lic. Clin Social Worker
- Lic Clin Prof Cnslr- Cond
- Lic Clinical Prof Cnslr
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
