Behavioral Health Therapist - LCPC or LSCSW

Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas Inc•Pittsburg, KS

About The Position

This position is part of the behavioral health clinical team. It diagnoses or evaluates mental and emotional disorders and administers treatment programs, while participating in performance improvement activities. The employee is 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 treats psychological disorders, conducts psychological testing and evaluations, and develops individual therapy approaches and treatment plans. It collaborates with psychiatrists and other specialists, makes referrals to internal and external services, and provides clinical consultation to CHC/SEK providers as needed. The position also requires accurate and timely medical record documentation, clear communication with patients, guardians, and employees, and participation in clinical supervision when requested. Other duties may be assigned. The position requires Kansas licensure as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW), and graduation from an accredited college or university. One year of experience in a clinic setting is preferred. The employee must have no sanctions by the Kansas Behavioral Science Regulatory Board (BSRB).

Requirements

Kansas licensure as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW).
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.
Organization and ability to manage and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
Ability to adapt positively to change and work as part of a team.
Ability to communicate through appropriate channels and follow the proper 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 health care team and organization.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and HIPAA requirements.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a clinic setting.

Responsibilities

Treat psychological disorders to improve patient adjustment.
Perform psychological testing and evaluations.
Select an individual therapy approach and determine the frequency, intensity, and duration of therapy.
Observe patients in play or other situations; select, administer, and interpret psychological tests to diagnose disorders and formulate treatment plans.
Collaborate with psychiatrists and other specialists as needed to develop patient treatment plans.
Make appropriate referrals to CHC/SEK internal 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 verbally with patients, guardians, and employees.
Participate in clinical supervision when requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Uphold patient confidentiality in accordance with organizational policies and procedures and HIPAA requirements.
Provide courteous and respectful customer service to patients and family members in accordance with the organization’s mission.