Master Level Specialty BH Provider

Family Health Center of Worcester • Worcester, MA

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About The Position

The Specialty Behavioral Health Provider - Master's Level provides comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, patient-centered treatment planning, and ongoing outpatient therapy to FHCW patients of all ages with a range of cultural backgrounds and mental health diagnoses. The Specialty BH Provider provides a range of behavioral health modalities and culturally responsive, trauma-informed, evidence-based practices; engages in collaborative crisis management services in urgent situations. The Specialty BH Provider uses a team-based approach, in collaboration with other healthcare providers and care team members, to address individual needs and promote optimal health.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Mental Health Counseling from a Massachusetts accredited, licensure-eligible program required
• Must be eligible for and actively working towards independent licensure within 6 months of start date
• Direct clinical work with individuals, children, and families is required
• Professional Licensure/Special Skills and Certification Required: LICSW, LMHC, or PsyD required

Responsibilities

• Conducts culturally sensitive, strength-based, comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, creating a welcoming environment for diverse backgrounds, utilizing interpretation services when indicated
• Completes patient-centered treatment planning with measurable goals in collaboration with patients
• Provides outpatient therapy services to individuals, couples, families, and groups of all ages tailored to the unique needs and circumstances of each client
• Provide risk assessments and develop comprehensive safety plans, supporting the maintenance of stable functioning and empowering clients in their mental health journey
• Collaborates with medical providers and other care team members to provide holistic approach to mental health care and whole-person wellness
• Close all charts within forty-eight (48) hours of visit - ability to do concurrent/concordant charting/typing; including assessments, progress notes, and billing, upholding the highest standards of professional responsibility
• Participate in behavioral health quality improvement activities
• Participate in weekly group supervision, and seek peer consultation as needed
• Keeps abreast of all insurance requirements and submits paperwork accordingly
• Continually evaluates service and maintains a productivity level that adequately meets the goals of the department and ensures access to the clients seeking services
• Any and all other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees