SBHC Behavioral Health Clinician – Queen Anne's County Schools

Choptank Community Health System, Inc..•Denton, MD

2h•$65,343 - $115,264•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Behavioral Health and the Director of Community Based Programs, and as part of a multidisciplinary team, the Behavioral Health Clinician will provide direct services including individual (children and adults), family and group therapeutic services to Wellness Center patients, their parents, and school staff as needed. This is an exempt, full-time position with the pay range of $65,343.00 - $115,264.00 annually based upon licensure. The Behavioral Health Clinician – School Based Health Centers reports directly to the Behavioral Health Director in a dyad relationship with the Community Based Programs Director.

Requirements

MD Licensed Clinician (LCSW-C, LCPC, LMCT, LCADC, LMSW, LGPS, LGMFT, LGADC)
Master's degree from an accredited University
Must be able to meet and maintain the CCHS credentialing requirements
Must submit to TCPS/CCPS background check and fingerprinting processes
Minimum of 2 years' experience providing therapy to children and families.
Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to make routine decisions and determine proper action based on experience within the limits of policy and procedures.
Demonstrated oral/written skills in English; ability to speak Spanish and/or Creole a plus.
Experience documenting in an electronic medical record.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse cultures, ages, and economic backgrounds in a culturally competent and sensitive manner.
Ability to organize, prioritize and problem solve independently.
Excellent organizational, communication, written and customer service skills.
Working knowledge of MD Mental Health policies and procedures.
Knowledge and experience with evidence-based practices, including trauma informed care framework.
Strong clerical/administrative skills including personal computer skills (Microsoft Office software).
CPR Certification
Valid MD driver’s license
Required to comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak Spanish and/or Creole

Responsibilities

Addresses referrals from CCHS School Based Health Center Medical and Dental providers, including referrals via warm hand-offs.
Participates in multidisciplinary meetings to assess needs and coordinate services.
Maintains weekly scheduled appointments in our electronic records system.
Provide therapeutic services to patients and their families in collaboration with multidisciplinary team members including external partners.
Completes required documentation and implementation in a timely manner. Documentation includes intake paperwork, biopsychosocial assessment, diagnostic screens, and assessments as necessary, treatment planning, discharge planning, satisfaction survey, and community referrals when needed.
Demonstrates cultural competency and commitment to our patients.
Demonstrates commitment to the philosophy of the agency.
Maintain an active client caseload, based on needs of program and in accordance with COMAR regulations.
Participate in on-call activities for the Behavioral Health program as needed.
Works with TCPS and CCPS and other community partners to improve school climate and provide support for staff, students, and families.
Participates in school meetings relevant to their patients.
Provides Behavioral Health trainings when needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Regular, reliable attendance is a requirement of this job.