Behavioral Health Clinician

Arkansas Children's Hospital•Little Rock, AR

23h

About The Position

Arkansas Children's Pediatrics, Full Time, M-F Additional Information: The Behavioral Health Clinician will be an integrated member of the primary care team to assist in managing the overall health of the child or adolescent. The clinician will recognize, address, and monitor lifestyle or behavioral factors related to illness, injury, mental health and/or substance use. BHCs will demonstrate competency in psychosocial assessment and treatment approaches using evidence-based and trauma-informed interventions. BHCs may also intervene during psychiatric crises, address maltreatment concerns, or provide resources related to social determinants of health. Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action. Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state. “Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager “Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.” Linda – Information Systems Analyst “We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.” Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator “Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant “When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant

Requirements

Master's Degree
Related Field - 2 years of experience
1 of the following certifications is required -

Nice To Haves

Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) - Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) - Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling

Responsibilities

Complete psychosocial assessments with corresponding therapeutic interventions to address emotional/behavioral symptoms of patients in a primary care setting.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team in ways that support the primary care physician and the patient-centered plan of care.
Attend and participate in medical staffing and case conferences, perform chart reviews, and document treatment progress in medical record in a professional manner.
Maintain schedule of therapeutic follow-up with those patients and families for whom continued support is recommended until either treatment goals are met or care can be transitioned to a community behavioral health provider (if appropriate).
Develop positive and productive relationships with community based organizations, outpatient behavioral health agencies, and acute or residential psychiatric treatment facilities.
Demonstrate competency and leadership through ongoing education of community or interdisciplinary team members on behavioral health symptomology, treatment options and efficacies, and impact of trauma and mental health on overall well-being.
Collaborate with team members and colleagues to identify program improvement opportunities.
Demonstrate understanding of child maltreatment reporting laws and processes.
Manage time and job responsibilities in an efficient and organized way.
Complete care management and care coordination as needed.