Licensed Clinician - Open Access

Health Solutions West•Grand Junction, CO

9d•$67,200 - $70,560•Onsite

About The Position

Health Solutions West is hiring a full-time Licensed Clinician for its Open Access program in Grand Junction, Colorado. The organization serves 10 counties across Western Colorado and has more than 250 employees. The clinician works with people seeking services through outpatient programs, providing initial assessments and treatment planning, responding to reported suicidal or homicidal thoughts, connecting clients with resources to reduce risk, and assisting with case management and enrollment paperwork as needed. The role is often a first point of contact for clients and community partners, including probation, parole, and the department of social services. The position is based in Grand Junction; other in-person clinic locations may be possible, with Mesa County preferred. The clinician provides services to adults, adolescents, and children and works collaboratively with clients, team members, and community agencies. Staff are expected to adapt to workplace change, use sound judgment and follow through, demonstrate collaborative teamwork and human kindness, and provide helpful, polite, flexible service while maintaining appropriate boundaries. Applicants must already be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a closely related field.
Colorado clinical license, such as LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.
Colorado CAC II or CAS certification, or above.
Experience working successfully with a multidisciplinary team.
Computer proficiency.
Valid Colorado driver's license and access to transportation during work hours.
Must already be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

Conduct substance abuse, mental health, and co-occurring assessments for adults, adolescents, and children.
Develop initial treatment plans and participate in collaborative treatment planning with clients.
Assist with evaluation of clients reporting suicidal or homicidal thoughts and help connect them with resources to reduce risk.
Provide case management services and assist with initial enrollment paperwork when needed.
Maintain accurate, complete, and up-to-date written and electronic records.
Provide exceptional clinical care and complete timely documentation of clinical services.
Manage caseloads in a timely manner, progressing clients through treatment and appropriately discharging those who have completed treatment or are no longer engaged.
Participate in team and case staff meetings and consult with other team members as needed.
Work collaboratively with community agencies and partners.
Perform other job-related responsibilities as assigned.