What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Veteran Mental Health Clinician position at RBHA?
Job Summary
The Richmond Behavioral Health Authority is seeking a highly skilled Clinician I/II to provide direct clinical services to individuals. This role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing prevention services.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct mental health and substance use disorder assessments using American Society of Addiction Medicine criteria.
- Makes recommendations for appropriate level of care using these criteria; coordinates and links individual to community resources and medical services.
- Provides drug and alcohol testing; conducts urine analysis.
- Documents and charts information about individual assessment, diagnostic studies, individual service plans, progress notes, quarterly and annual reviews, discharge summaries and other individual related data, correspondence, medical records, etc., utilizing electronic health records and other data bases;
- Monitors and audits clinical and medical records and practices for compliance with regulatory, reimbursement and agency standards;
- Assists with reviewing division policies and procedures.
- Collaborates with medical staff and utilizes laboratory findings and diversion management to increase individual engagement and assessment appropriate level of care.
- Represents individuals and Authority in court and legal proceedings.
- Provides transportation assistance, as needed.
Requirements
A Master's degree with coursework in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field and considerable experience working with individuals with behavioral health disorders, in a behavioral health care setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licensed Credentialed Addiction Treatment Professional - Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner required.
Licenses and Certifications
License to practice as a mental health professional required. Acceptable licensure types include LCSW, LPC, LCP, LMFT, and LSATP.
