What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Specialist, LMSW,MSW,LLPC or LPC position at United Methodist Retirement Communities?
Behavioral Health Specialist
Schedule: Exempt, min 40 hours/week
Hours: Monday – Friday | 8am - 4:30pm
Location: Ypsilanti Mi
Huron Valley PACE® serves Washtenaw, Monroe, Western Wayne, and parts of Oakland and Livingston counties, providing participants with a wide range of medical and supportive services either at our Day Clinic in Ypsilanti, Michigan, or in the comfort of their own homes. Our dedicated healthcare professionals specialize in working with older adults, helping participants and their families make informed healthcare decisions and receive the compassionate care they deserve.
Overview:
The Behavioral Health Specialist provides essential therapeutic care to participants in the Huron Valley PACE program. You’ll independently assess participants' behavioral health needs, coordinate care, and implement targeted interventions. Working closely with participants and their families/caregivers, you’ll play a key role in delivering comprehensive behavioral health services to support overall well-being, all while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
What you’ll do:
- Provide therapeutic interventions to participants, either on-site at Huron Valley PACE or in their residences.
- Actively contribute as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) by attending staff meetings and participating in care planning.
- Utilize DICE Case Studies to develop effective interventions for participants experiencing dementia and behavioral challenges.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, incorporating individual and/or group psychotherapy, consultations with Primary Care Providers and other disciplines, crisis intervention, and referrals for psychiatric services.
- Assess participant progress toward care plan goals and communicate updates with the IDT.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records.
- Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment, promoting strong working relationships among staff.
- Educate staff on the social, environmental, emotional, and cultural factors influencing health and medical care, as well as available community resources.
- Monitor and document changes in participants' conditions, ensuring timely communication with the IDT and family members.
- Uphold and promote the Participant Bill of Rights, prioritizing participant satisfaction and well-being.
- Adapt to evolving responsibilities as needed to support the program’s mission and participant care.
- Ability to conduct home visits and provide care in various settings (nursing homes, assisted living, adult foster care) with the option of Telehealth.
Skills and Knowledge:
- Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English, with the ability to follow both written and verbal instructions.
- Patience, tact, positivity, and enthusiasm in working with participants with varying cognitive abilities.
- Expertise in human behavior principles, individual and group therapy techniques (preferably CBT and DBT), short-term interventions, substance abuse assessment and treatment, and relevant regulations.
- Strong individual therapy skills for geriatric participants, complemented by excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
What it takes:
- Master’s degree from an accredited School of Social Work or equivalent (LPC or LLPC).
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan, or Limited Licensed Professional Counselor (LLPC) under LPC supervision.
- Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan, or Limited Licensed Master Social Worker (LLMSW) under LMSW supervision.
- Minimum of two years of therapy experience.
- Valid Michigan driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
- CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
- Strong knowledge of behavioral principles, therapy techniques (preferably CBT and DBT), and short-term interventions.
- Experience in substance abuse assessment and treatment, or willingness to receive training.
- Proficiency in providing therapy to geriatric participants, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Medically cleared for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before direct participant contact.
Why Brio Living Services:
- Make an impact on the lives of older adults!
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance| Retirement Savings Plan| Wellness Program & Reimbursement
- Up to 6 weeks of flexible time off | 6 Paid Holidays | 2 Floating Holidays
- $500 Team Member Referral bonus program
- Growth Opportunities | Educational Scholarship Program | Tuition Reimbursement
- We offer mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.
The above is a summary of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. If selected for the position you will receive a full job description.
ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT
Brio Living Services is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability, please contact us at loveyourcareer@mybrio.org
BRIO LIVING SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Brio Living Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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