Licensed Clinician FQHC

FLSA Status

Job Role Summary

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Completes biopsychosocial evaluation (BPSE), integrating information gathered by the team and developing the integrated diagnostic summary; based upon the BPSE and in consultation with the treatment team, prepares Clinical Treatment plans, consults with client, family and treatment team throughout the process
• Manages a caseload of clients by identifying therapeutic, rehabilitative and case management needs; engages other team members in meeting these needs as indicated; provides quality case management services as indicated by client need; monitors client progress and reflects this in the clinical documentation
• Provides consultation for primary care patients to assess for substance use disorders and link to appropriate services
• Performs a variety of individual, family and group therapeutic interventions, and is familiar with best practices for a variety of client populations
• Advocates for clients to ensure access to needed services which include developing community relationships and resources
• Meets agency standards of timely completion of all documentation
• Meets agency standards of client service hours
• Identifies any high-risk client symptoms or circumstances that would result in risk for self-harm or harm to others and notifies appropriate higher level clinical staff for consultation
• Continuously evaluates clients' needs and progress, reporting to the treatment team (PCP/psychiatrist)
• Identifies community resources and assists clients in their access to these resources
• Provides indirect service to external agencies and community through consultation and education
• Interprets and applies service and billing procedures according to client needs; completes billing according to guidelines for timeliness and accuracy
• Alters activities and behaviors to reflect and ensure adequate care which is appropriate to the age of the clients served
• Serves as a clinical resource for less experienced staff
• Demonstrates commitment to professional growth by actively participating in clinical supervision

Job Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work plus three years of experience in a mental health setting required
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) required
• Qualified Behavioral Health Professional status
• Basic knowledge of psychopharmacology for common mental health disorders that is within appropriate scope of practice
• Experience with evidence-based counseling techniques

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in a team setting
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary staff members as a professional team member
• Ability to analyze problems, identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and recognize solutions
• Ability to perform duties independently
• Ability to recognize own limitations and seek assistance/guidance from appropriate resources as needed
• Understanding of and ability to implement a strengths-based, community treatment model
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to be both clear and concise in written and verbal communications
• Advanced knowledge of psychiatric/addiction diagnoses and understanding of their impact on behavior and all life domains
• Demonstrates solid knowledge of psychotropic medications and their uses and side effects
• Ability to interpret and apply complex directives, information and regulations
• Crisis intervention skills
• Leadership and team building ability
• Experience and training to safely manage and provide therapeutic services to patients receiving medication assisted treatment
• Ability to use age appropriate communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced primary care office
• Knowledge of the inner workings of a family practice office
• Knowledge of federal confidentiality laws related to substance abuse