Behavioral Health Therapist - LCPC or LSCSW

Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas Inc•Baxter Springs, KS

About The Position

This position is part of the behavioral health clinical team and diagnoses or evaluates mental and emotional disorders of individuals, administers treatment programs, and participates in performance improvement activities. The therapist treats psychological disorders, conducts testing and evaluations, selects and plans individual therapy, and develops treatment plans. The role may collaborate with psychiatrists and other specialists, make referrals to internal and external resources, and provide clinical consultation to other providers. The position also requires accurate medical record documentation, clear communication with patients, guardians, and employees, and participation in clinical supervision as requested. Staff are expected to uphold Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas, Inc. (CHC/SEK)’s core values of dignity and stewardship by preserving patient dignity and responsibly using organizational resources. The role requires social and cultural sensitivity, sound patient-care knowledge, organization and adaptability, effective teamwork and communication, calm handling of emergencies, computer literacy, and respectful, confidential patient care in accordance with organizational policies and HIPAA. The work regularly involves sitting, talking, and hearing, and occasionally requires standing and reaching with the hands and arms. Close vision and the ability to adjust focus are required.

Requirements

Licensed to practice as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) in Kansas.
Graduate of an accredited college or university.
No sanctions by the Kansas Behavioral Science Regulatory Board (BSRB).
Social and cultural sensitivity appropriate to an ethnically and economically diverse patient and employee base.
Knowledge of the rationale for appropriate patient care.
Ability to organize and manage or prioritize tasks to meet deadlines, adapt positively to change, and work as part of a team.
Ability to communicate through appropriate channels and follow the chain of command for patient complaints.
Ability to handle emergency situations calmly and effectively.
Computer literacy, especially with Microsoft Office products, and proficiency with Electronic Health Record software.
Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships with coworkers and other members of the healthcare team and organization.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with organizational policy and HIPAA requirements.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a clinic setting.

Responsibilities

Treat psychological disorders to improve patients’ adjustment.
Perform psychological testing and evaluations.
Select an approach for individual therapy and plan its frequency, intensity, and duration.
Observe patients in play or other situations; select, administer, and interpret psychological tests to diagnose disorders and formulate treatment plans.
Collaborate as needed with psychiatrists and other specialists to develop patient treatment plans.
Refer patients to appropriate internal CHC/SEK disciplines and/or external resources or agencies for additional services.
Provide clinical consultation to other CHC/SEK providers as needed.
Maintain accurate, timely, and clear medical record documentation.
Communicate clearly in writing and orally with patients, guardians, and employees.
Participate in clinical supervision as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Communicate through appropriate channels and follow the proper chain of command for patient complaints.
Handle emergency situations calmly and effectively.
Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with organizational policies and procedures and HIPAA requirements.
Provide customer service consistent with the organization’s mission and interact courteously and respectfully with patients and family members.