LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)

Behavioral Health CounselorPosition Code: BHSC-6806Safety Sensitive: YESReports to: Director of Practice Management, Physician ServicesExempt Status: YESPosition Purpose: All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI's vision to be among the kindest, highest quality health systems in the country. The Purpose of this position is to provide the BHS department with the appropriate personnel to provide evidenced based interventions for patients within the program. In collaboration with the multidisciplinary healthcare team, the Counselor works collaboratively with the patient's care team to allow for timely and quality care for mental health and substance use disorders. The Counselor will perform all duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the KHIs mission and vision statements, and service standards.Key Responsibilities:Functions as a consultant, clinician, and mentor in the delivery and evaluation of behavioral health care services to patients within the behavioral integration model of care. May also provide care to other KHI hospital locations as needed at the direction of leadership.Performs appropriate assessment and screening for patients referred to the Behavioral Health program.Utilizes the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of mental health disorders (DSM) current Version, in working to identify appropriate diagnosis for patients, and format treatment plans and interventions that align with patient centered goals.