IBH STAFF THERAPIST - LCSW/PSYCHOLOGISTS/LPCC

Axis Community Health • Livermore, CA

30d • Onsite

About The Position

The role of an Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) Staff Therapist is to provide direct clinical services to clients in a healthcare clinical setting. The therapist collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered care, address mental health and behavioral concerns, and support clients in achieving optimal mental health outcomes. The role requires expertise in evidence-based therapeutic approaches and the ability to work with diverse populations across the lifespan.

Requirements

• Master's or Doctoral degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field.
• Active licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or LPCC California Board of Behavioral Sciences OR Ph.D./Psy.D in Counseling or EdD (must be licensed as a Psychologist with the California Board of Psychology) OR Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor.
• 2-5 years of post-licensure experience in a clinical setting, preferably in primary care, integrated care or community mental health, with strong training in integrated behavioral health.
• Knowledge of integrated care models, trauma-informed care, and cultural competence.
• Proficiency in cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing or similar modalities.
• Experience providing psychotherapy in any of the following: group, children, individual families, couples.
• Ability to conduct short-term interventions (30 min. or 45 min. sessions).
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team in a medical setting.
• Experience working with individuals who have medical issues and co-morbid mental health conditions.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload and provide care to patients with complex needs.
• Competence in using electronic health record (EHR) systems is a plus.
• Exceptional ability to create, clear, concise, and accurate documentation.
• Strong analytical, employee relations, interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Excellent writing, business communication, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to interact effectively and in a supportive manner with persons of all backgrounds.
• Proactive, self-motivated and able to work independently as well as on a team with the ability to exercise sound independent judgment.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and a professional demeanor and must positively represent the organization at all times.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and professional working relationships.
• Must be able to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate.
• Must be able to be at work regularly and on time.
• Must be a dynamic self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently or in a group setting.
• A can-do attitude and attention to detail with the ability to organize and multi-task effectively.
• Ability to type a minimum of 35 WPM with minimal errors.
• Must have good computer skills using Microsoft Office and the ability to use Axis departmental systems.
• Must be able to use office equipment (i.e. copier, fax, etc.).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in providing therapy in healthcare or community-based health clinic settings is preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish and/or other languages is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, or group psychotherapy using evidence-based interventions.
• Maintain a minimum patient panel of 30 per week, conduct intake, counseling services with the intention of meeting specific treatment goals.
• Complete documentation using the electronic health record in a timely fashion while adhering to related laws and regulations for documentation.
• Offer guidance and training to new staff members or interns as required.
• Provide all services in accordance with accepted standards of care and Axis protocols within the parameters of agency contractual requirements.
• Conduct psychological testing, or assessments as requested - psychologists only.
• Assist medical providers in diagnostic clarification where needed.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, diagnose mental health conditions, and develop treatment plans.
• Collaborate with primary care providers and other healthcare professionals to integrate behavioral health into overall care.
• Offer crisis intervention, case management, and referrals to community resources as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings, and attend other meetings and training events as assigned.
• May be required to perform other related duties, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Loan repayment application – up to $50K for the first 2 years through the National Health Service Corp Program (HPSA score is 21).
• Generous stipend to cover licensing and continuing education costs.
• Paid time off to complete continuing education.
• Employer paid health, dental, and vision benefits to the employee.
• Option to participate in a 403(B) retirement plan with employer matching contribution.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Accrued paid time off with each pay period.
• Employee discount programs.
• As a Primary Care Provider with Axis Community Health you may qualify for up to $50,000 in loan repayment in exchange for a two-year service commitment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level