Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Integrated Health Clinician (IBHC) position evaluates and provides services and/or referrals to patients identified by their primary care providers. Identify patients are those in need of further assessment for behavioral health and case management issues, included but not limited to: depression, anxiety, oppositional or conduct disturbances, suicidal ideation, inattentiveness and hyperactivity, bullying, post-traumatic stress, substance use, identify and refer patients with severe and/or persistent mental illness to other appropriate community partners. Additionally, the IBHC will provide solution focused and evidenced based interventions

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Assessments, evaluation, and screening for services for children and adults
• Brief, focused counseling in the clinic for mild and moderate emotional and behavioral disturbances, as well as chronic disease management
• Education and counseling with the family related to the child’s emotional and/or behavioral concerns.
• Complete treatment plans including goals for treatment.
• Referral to outside behavioral health services as needed for moderate to severe conditions.
• Follow up with families as needed to support treatment adherence.
• Coordination of care with the primary care providers
• Provide ongoing treatment for behavioral health needs as appropriate.
• Maintain documentation of assessments, screenings, treatment plans, progress notes, and documented follow up information.
• Report treatment objectives & other performance data to organization’s leadership for grant reporting
• Participate in joint, quarterly meetings to review grant performance and outcomes.

• Carries out Vibrant Health’s mission to provide access to respectful, empowering, culturally sensitive and appropriate high-quality health care for the community, regardless of socio-economic obstacles.
• Accepts and uses supervision, direction and consultation to maximize available resources in the completion of work duties.
• All job responsibilities will be carried out under the direction of the organization’s policies and procedures.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed to maintain and improve effective functioning of the department and to advance the mission of the organization.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Graduate of an accredited four -year college or university with a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Master’s or PhD or PsyD in Psychology, Counseling.
• Hold an appropriate degree and licensure by the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board in Kansas with a reimbursable specialty- Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW); Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LMSW); or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity in working with diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to following all legal and ethical guidelines and standards of the profession and of Vibrant Health.
• Good working knowledge of behavioral medicine and evidence- based treatments for medical and mental health conditions.
• Ability to work through brief client contacts as well as make quick and accurate clinical assessments of mental and behavioral conditions.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• Must be available to work evening(s) to meet the needs of patients and their families.
• Have an energetic and positive approach to the rapidly evolving changes and challenges of a complex clinic-based setting.

Individual must:

1. Develop rapport with patients and their families, community and other health care personnel.
2. Exhibit a professional and respectful demeanor.
3. Work successfully independently and within a team, shifting tasks, prioritize tasks, problem-solve daily, and complete work within deadline
4. Demonstrate excellent customer service, helpfulness, and a positive attitude.
5. Possess superior organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
6. Demonstrate the ability to recognize, understand, and appreciate the value of cultural diversity and communicate medical information in plain language.
7. Demonstrate social and cultural sensitivity appropriate to ethnically and economically diverse patients and staff.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Be comfortable with the pace of primary care, working with an interdisciplinary team.
• Good knowledge of psychopharmacology.
• Have flexibility in assigned working hours.
• Ability to speak Spanish proficiently.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

N/A

Americans with Disability Specifications

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move materials that may weigh up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Travel throughout the metropolitan area and service delivery area is required.
• Position involves extensive use of computer, telephone, fax and copier equipment.
• Must be available to work evening (s) weekly to meet the needs of patients and their families.
• Employment is contingent upon successful clearance from Criminal, Kansas and Missouri Child/Elder Abuse and Neglect, Sex Offender background investigations, TB testing, pre-employment drug testing, and verification of Hepatitis-B, flu and COVID-19 immunizations.
• Occasional evening and weekend availability are required.

Trauma Informed Care

At Vibrant Health, we understand that many, if not most, people have experienced trauma in their lives. We have made a commitment to trauma informed care and support and educate team members continued development of understanding of how trauma affects individuals and coping strategies. We expect employees to incorporate their understanding about trauma into interactions with our patients and families, clinic visitors, and with each other.

Commitment to Diversity

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans.