Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician-1

The Providence Community Health Centers, Inc. • Providence, RI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician is embedded within the primary care team in the clinic. This person works directly with the team to assess individuals with behavioral health and/or substance abuse issues, and to provide brief treatment services within the clinical setting. Integrated Behavioral Health Clinicians expand the team’s ability to treat persons with chronic medical issues that are complicated by lifestyle factors.

Requirements

• Masters or Doctorate in social work from an accredited college or university
• Commitment to working in community health with the challenges of high risk, and often uninsured and diverse patient population required.
• CPR certification is required.
• Experience in providing managed care patient services.
• Proven writing skills to document medical record and submit documentation
• Strong/demonstrated communication skills, written and verbal, required
• Ability to multi-task, and manage concurrent situations
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations. Knowledge and experience in information privacy/security laws, access, and release of information.
• Ability to successfully complete and pass a background check
• Access to reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or internship in a medical setting that supports a primary care integration model
• Previous experience with EHR helpful

Responsibilities

• Assess individuals with behavioral health and/or substance abuse issues.
• Provide brief treatment services within the clinical setting.
• Expand the team’s ability to treat persons with chronic medical issues that are complicated by lifestyle factors.

What This Job Offers

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