School Based Behavioral Health Clinician

Position Overview This role is a Master's-level licensed clinician who provides behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and families in Peabody and Salem Public Schools. This is a full-time, on-site position aligned with the school calendar year. The Organization North Shore Community Health (NSCH) is a highly accomplished community health organization that provides comprehensive and culturally sensitive care, including: Comprehensive primary care Dental services Behavioral health care Care management Pharmacy services Substance abuse disorder treatment Nurse care management Insurance enrollment assistance NSCH operates service sites at Gloucester, Peabody, and Salem Family Health Centers and extends its reach through school-based health centers within the Salem and Peabody School Districts. EEO Statement We, North Shore Community Health (NSCH), are an equal employment opportunity employer. Our goal is to have a diverse workforce representative of all people, at all job levels, in the organization. We do not and will not make any personnel decisions (like recruiting, hiring, job assignments, and promotions) based on age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide crisis intervention, intake, diagnostic assessment, treatment planning to patients as well as outpatient psychotherapy services (individual, families, group). Provide consultation to primary care and school staff pertaining to the behavioral health needs and treatment goals of their patients. Network/collaborate with community leaders, health care providers, community‑based organizations, and others who contribute to the ongoing assessment of the health needs of this group of patients. Perform school outreach activities such as classroom education sessions, health awareness sessions and assist in facilitating a Youth Advisory Committee. Conduct community outreach identify resources that provide needed support for patients, as well as make referrals/coordinate services with these agencies. Share best practices and expertise with both school and NSCH staff. Meet productivity and documentation standards in a timely fashion using the electronic health record. Assist in completion of written reports required by SBHC funders. Participate in supervision, team and staff meetings, committee and task forces as required. Perform additional duties to fulfill NSCH’s mission as assigned. Requirements Current LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, or PsyD required. School-based health experience preferred. Experience preferred using Electronic Health Records and Microsoft Office applications. Experience using telehealth platforms. Required Skills and Abilities Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to establishing a safe and respectful environment for team members. Ability to work in a culturally diverse environment. High level of commitment to continuous improvement and delivery of comprehensive, quality health care. Bilingual in Spanish or Portuguese preferred. Work Environment Conditions Potential exposure to infectious diseases. This position operates in a professional, fast‑paced, and collaborative environment. Regular interaction with colleagues, supervisors, and/or clients occurs in person, by phone, and via digital communication platforms. Standard office hours apply, with occasional flexibility required to meet deadlines, attend meetings, or respond to organizational needs. Work may require sitting or standing for extended periods, using computers and other standard office equipment. Employees are expected to follow all organizational policies and procedures, including those related to safety, confidentiality, and ethical conduct. Physical Requirements Occasional lifting of materials (e.g., boxes, equipment) weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to sit or stand at a desk for extended periods, with consistent use of computers and telephones. May be required to travel to multiple sites within a single day. As a health center, NSCH expects all employees to receive all required vaccinations and health screenings yearly. Moreover, as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be vaccinated against COVID‑19, including providing proof of having received the COVID19 vaccine, unless a religious or medical exception is granted. All prospective employees must be vaccinated before their first day of employment, and proof of vaccination record must be provided with prehire paperwork. To request an accommodation from the vaccine requirement or if you have any questions about this mandate, please get in touch with the Human Resources Department at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr North-Shore-Community-Healt