Behavioral Health Clinician

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Behavioral Health Clinician (BHC) position is situated within a primary care environment, where the Behavioral Health Clinician (BHC) plays a crucial part in evaluating and delivering services or making referrals for patients identified by their primary care and specialty care providers. The Behavioral Health Clinician provides both brief assessments as well as traditional evaluation and assessments for various behavioral health and case management challenges, which encompass a range of issues such as depression, anxiety, oppositional or conduct disorders, suicidal thoughts, attention deficits, hyperactivity, bullying behaviors, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse, severe emotional disturbances, and the management of chronic illnesses. Following an initial assessment, the BHC will offer direct services to patients experiencing mild to moderate behavioral health issues and will either provide internal referrals or connect patients with suitable community resources. The BHC is responsible for delivering outpatient therapy and integrated services, in both service delivery lines the BHC will assess, diagnose, provide intervention and follow up plan. Additionally, the Behavioral Health Clinician is responsible for providing evidence-based treatment and care which includes communication with treatment team and ensuring that patients receive appropriate and effective care.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Brief, focused counseling in the clinic for mild and moderate emotional and behavioral disturbances, as well as chronic disease management.
• Educating and counseling with the family related to the child’s emotional and/or behavioral concerns.
• Completing treatment plans including goals for treatment.
• Referrals to outside behavioral health services as needed for moderate to severe conditions.
• Following up with families as needed to support treatment adherence.
• Coordination of care with the primary care providers.
• Providing ongoing treatment for behavioral health needs as appropriate.
• Maintaining documentation of assessments, screenings, treatment plans, progress notes, and documented follow up information.
• Reporting treatment objectives & other performance data to organization’s leadership for grant reporting.
• Participating in joint, quarterly meetings to review grant performance and outcomes.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Hold an appropriate degree and licensure by the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board in Kansas with a reimbursable specialty - Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW); Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LP)
• Commitment to following all legal and ethical guidelines and standards of the profession and of Vibrant Health.
• Good working knowledge of behavioral medicine and evidence-based treatments for medical and mental health conditions.
• Have an energetic and positive approach to the rapidly evolving changes and challenges of a complex clinic-based setting.

Individual must:

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to speak Spanish proficiently.
• Be comfortable with the pace of primary care, working with an interdisciplinary team.
• Good knowledge of psychopharmacology.
• Have flexibility in assigned working hours.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

N/A

Americans with Disability Specifications

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move materials that may weigh up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an

employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may

be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Trauma Informed Care

At Vibrant Health, we understand that many, if not most, people have experienced trauma in their lives. We have made a commitment to trauma informed care and support and educate team members continued development of understanding of how trauma affects individuals and coping strategies. We expect employees to incorporate their understanding about trauma into interactions with our patients and families, clinic visitors, and with each other.

Commitment to Diversity

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans.