Licensed Outpatient Clinician

Mental Health Association - Western MA • Springfield, MA

125d

About The Position

The Licensed Clinician will work in a community behavioral health setting, providing services to individuals, couples and/or families experiencing a mental health and/or substance use need. Services will include provision of comprehensive assessment, ongoing counseling for mental health, substance use and co-occurring presentations, case management and collaboration, referrals to community support services and psychoeducation, utilizing evidence-based practices. The Clinician will work with the Clinic Director to design and lead/co-lead groups meeting the unique needs of the greater community and agency.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in a behavioral health field is required.
• Independent license Required (LICSW, LMHC, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment planning, as well as consultation, as requested, in the development of pre-crisis and crisis plans, behavioral guidelines, risk assessments, positive behavior plans, medication treatment plans, etc.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner, meeting regulatory standards.
• Utilize evidence-based screening tools as indicated by clinical team.
• Work collaboratively with teams/programs to develop and implement positive behavior support plans.
• Actively participate in all licensing and accreditation processes.
• Serve as a liaison to relevant service systems, state agencies and community partners as needed.
• Create and maintain open and effective lines of communication in an effort to meet contract standards and promote the mission of MHA within the community.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local, state, federal, and private agencies and organizations to promote programs and to identify and secure potential new alliances, partnerships and funding sources.
• Pursue activities to enhance personal professional growth.
• Attend conferences, classes, address groups and represent agency.
• Attend/participate in statewide meetings, task forces, committees, etc. relating to area of expertise.
• Promote and integrate agency mission, values, philosophy and principles.
• Perform other similar duties as assigned by the Clinic Director.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (403B, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Long Term Disability

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees