Clinical Mental Health Professional

Intermountain Health

1d•$36 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Mental Health Professional uses clinical expertise to conduct psychosocial assessments, develop and implement appropriate plans of care with the care team, assess crisis situations and provide needed resources or referrals, and provide individual and family treatment as indicated. The role collaborates with patients, significant others, families, healthcare providers, insurers, community resources, and other involved parties to provide care appropriate to the established plan of care and assigned patient population. The position is based at Buckley Primary Care Clinic in Aurora, Colorado, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with flexible hours. The selected candidate must successfully complete an internal credentialing process before starting; completion may take 60–90 days.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work or a related field from an accredited institution; degree will be verified.
Current state licensure, as required by the state, as an LCSW, LMFT, CMHC/LPC/LCPC, or Psychologist.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Computer skills, including email and word processing.
Ability to meet the physical demands described, including patient assistance and transfers, handling supplies and equipment, frequent computer use, and extended standing as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with patients, families, and treatment teams.
Dual licensure with current state licensure as an LAC.
For Montana positions only, current state licensure as an MHPP.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and treat mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders, modifying care plans to reflect changes in patient status.
Refer patients to community services, treatment programs, support groups, psychiatrists, or other mental health providers to improve their well-being.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop discharge plans, arrange further care and referrals, and support continuity of care.
Organize and prioritize daily work by assessing new, current, and discharging patient needs in assigned areas.
Conduct behavioral health consultations and psychosocial assessments for patients and caregivers, and provide supportive, crisis, bereavement, and other behavioral health interventions as needed.
Educate, communicate, and coordinate with patient care teams and outside agencies to support quality care, timely discharge, and resolution of delays or issues.
Complete medical staff office credentialing and peer review requirements if working in the behavioral health setting.
May provide support and debriefing with the Employee Assistance Program for staff following adverse events.