Cbhw I-Fast

Integrated Services for Behavioral Health•Columbus, OH

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About The Position

Integrated Services for Behavioral Health (ISBH) is a community-minded behavioral health organization serving Southeastern and Central Ohio. The I-FAST Community Behavioral Health Worker collaborates with youth, families, and other involved parties to address behavioral health needs, including complex cases involving children at risk of out-of-home placement. The position supports families in addressing challenging behaviors and helps children and youth ages 5–21 make lasting changes through intensive interventions such as skill building, changing unhelpful family interactions, and increasing social support. The worker receives ongoing training in the Integrated Family and Systems Treatment (I-FAST) model and works with families, children and youth, their communities, and other members of their support systems to implement the model. Services are delivered in homes and community settings. The role requires collaboration across systems, travel within designated service areas, regular documentation, and participation in training, supervision, and consultation. The listed pay range is $19.00–$22.26 per hour, based on experience, education, and/or licensure.

Requirements

High school degree or GED equivalent.
A bachelor's degree in healthcare, behavioral health, or a related field, or three years of relevant experience.
Experience providing community services to various populations.
Experience working with multiple systems, such as court systems, Child Protective Services, schools, OhioRise, and Family and Children First Council.
Advanced oral and written communication skills.
Advanced organizational skills.
Ability to maintain confidential information.
Willingness to participate in and lead cross-systems team-building activities.
Ability to bill Medicaid without restrictions.
Valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Appropriate level of auto insurance coverage.
Ability to use a personal or company vehicle to provide services in homes, schools, and community settings.
Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Ability to work in an internet-based, automated office environment and maintain a high-speed internet connection.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods while working at a desk and computer.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

Two to three years of direct experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or a related field.
Experience working with complex family systems and youth experiencing severe emotional or mental health issues.
Experience with individuals and families with multiple needs.

Responsibilities

Engage individuals and families in their homes and communities to identify strengths, barriers, and goals related to behavioral health and daily functioning.
Provide direct interventions using the I-FAST treatment model and its principles, including leveraging strengths, understanding behavior sequences, and increasing mature behavior.
Assess clients and families by gathering information about behaviors of concern and strengths within the family and its broader ecology.
Develop treatment plans and collaborate regularly with treatment team members, including schools, courts, and care management entities.
Provide care in home- and community-based settings.
Engage primary caregivers, family members, supports, and community agency staff in change-oriented treatment.
Dedicate time to weekly case planning and evaluation of case progress, with support from supervisors and team members.
Attend training, professional development, supervision, and consultation activities to develop clinical skills in the I-FAST treatment model.
Provide backup for team members as needed to support continuity of care and 24/7 coverage responsibilities.
Follow ISBH EHR documentation policy and meet ISBH productivity and service-quality standards.
Use databases and electronic health record systems to document client information accurately.
Maintain compliance with HIPAA, mandated reporting requirements, and professional ethical guidelines.
Travel within designated service areas.
Perform other duties as assigned.