Senior High Behavioral Health Provider- LCPC/LCSW

Working title: Senior High Behavioral Health Provider- LCPC/LCSW                                

Classification title: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) / Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)  

Division: Community Health Center                   

Program: Behavioral Health Main Clinic/School Based Health Clinics

Reports to: Behavioral Health Program Manager 

FLSA status: Non-Exempt; Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8am-5pm

Wage Range: $29.98 to $42.26 hourly; depending on number of years of transferrable experience and internal equity

RiverStone Health Overview:

Serving the Yellowstone County community and south-central Montana for nearly 50 years, RiverStone Health is an essential provider of personal and public health services. Health, Education, Leadership and Protection – HELP is what we do.  From medical, dental and behavioral healthcare; home care and hospice; public health services like immunizations, WIC, health promotion and restaurant inspections; and educating the next generation of health professionals, our expertise spans all ages and stages of life. 

Underlying principles of access, affordability, compassion and quality in all interactions, RiverStone Health improves life, health and safety for all of the communities we serve. Foremost, we are committed to the values of Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) by cultivating an environment that protects and acknowledges the unique identities within our diverse community. 

Behavioral Health Overview:

RiverStone Health recognizes that depression is the third most common reason for a visit to a health center and one in four adults suffer from a mental disorder in a given year. The Behavioral Health team provides mental health and substance abuse counseling and treatment for patients and provides referrals to other community-based services. 

Job Summary:

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), and position assesses and treats individuals with mental, emotional or substance abuse issues in the Senior High school-based health center.  Duties include individual and/or group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, prevention and education.  The position consults with physicians and other clinic staff to provide solution-focused care.  The position coordinates and connects patients and clients to appropriate social services to meet the physical, financial, social and/or environmental needs of patients and their families as needed.  Work as a member of a care team within a Patient Centered Medical Home model of care. 

Essential Functions/Major Duties and Responsibilities: 

A.   LCSW, LCPC and services:                                                    60%

• Counsel clients in individual or group sessions to assist them in dealing with substance abuse, mental or physical illness, poverty, unemployment, physical abuse, etc.
• Collaborate with counselors, physicians, or nurses to plan or coordinate treatment, drawing on social work experience and patient needs.
• Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress with respect to treatment goals.
• Interview clients, review records, conduct assessments, or confer with other professionals to evaluate the mental or physical condition of clients or patients.
• Modify treatment plans according to changes in client status.
• Assist clients in adhering to treatment plans, such as setting up appointments, arranging for transportation to appointments, or providing support.
• Educate clients or community members about mental or physical illness, abuse, medication, or available community resources.
• Counsel or aid Sr. High staff members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, or supporting the client or patient.
• Increase social work knowledge by reviewing current literature, conducting social research, or attending seminars, training workshops, or classes.
• Refer students and staff to community resources for housing or treatment to assist in recovery from mental or physical illness, following through to ensure service efficacy.
• Represent RiverStone Health in meetings, trainings or public events when needed.

B.     Discipline or program-specific duties                                                          33%

• Attend essential clinic and all staff meetings.

• Attend continuing education trainings to maintain licensure.

• Prepare and give presentations during clinic, all staff, and other meetings within the organization.

• Potential requests to do community presentations.

• Involvement in media publications.

• Project involvement

• Building community relationships

**School-based behavioral health providers will work within the schools assigned to them as determined by the school, School Clinic Program Manager and Director of Behavioral Health Services.

School-based behavioral health providers may be required to work at the Main Clinic as well as their assigned schools as determined by the school, the School Clinic Program manager, and Director of Behavioral Health Services.

Non-Essential Functions/Other duties as assigned                            ≥7%

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of RiverStone’s mission and goals.

Education and Experience: 

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related behavioral health field. 

• Any combination of experience and training which provide the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.

• Experience providing pediatric and adult mental health care

Preferred Qualifications:

• Considerable social work experience specific to the position.

Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid State of Montana driver's license

• Current Montana LCSW or LCPC license

• BLS Certificate

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Ability to maintain a calm and positive demeanor during difficult client interactions.

• Ability to display non-judgmental and empathetic listening skills.

• High degree of detail-oriented skill level.

• Knowledge and understanding of protected sensitive patient health information (HIPAA) and confidentiality.

• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain a positive work environment.

• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with supervisors, other RiverStone Health employees, community resources and clients and patients.

• Ability to perform job duties with integrity and innovation to ensure completion and a high level of quality.

• Ability to understand and adhere to required administrative policies and procedures.

Customer Service Excellence: 

• Doing things right the first time

• Making people feel welcome

• Showing respect for each customer

• Anticipating customer needs and concerns

• Keeping customers informed

• Helping and going the extra mile

• Responding quickly

• Protecting privacy and confidentiality

• Demonstrating proper telephone etiquette

• Taking responsibility for handling complaints

• Being professional

• Taking ownership of your attitude toward Service Excellence.

Supervision: 

• None

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Work is mainly performed in-person with clients, patients and their families.

• Create and maintain a safe/secure working environment by adhering to safety, security, and health requirements. Integrates injury, illness, and loss prevention into job activities by attending any necessary training and implementing best practices.

• Ability to travel and use own personal vehicle. Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, other vehicles, etc. Travel occurs in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.

Freedom to Act & Decision Making: 

• Responsible to make appropriate diagnoses for patients with information provided by patients and knowledge of DSM criteria.

• Attend supervision meetings with your supervisor for ongoing clinical support.

Communications & Networking: 

• Responsible for confidential medical and non-medical information.

Budget & Resource Management: 

• Not applicable

Salary : $30 - $42