Clinical Specialist

Behavioral Health ServicesImplements policies, conducts screenings, clinical counseling services and case management services for Behavioral Health Branch programs. Comprehensive counseling services include: screening, clinical case management, individual, marital, group, and family treatment.Reviews, develops, coordinates and provides case management services concerning Behavioral Health participants to include but not limited to anxiety, depression, stress, violence, coping and other factors which detract from an individual's behavioral health.As a credential Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP), performs diagnosis of mental health disorders and determine level of patient treatment that focuses on treatment intensity and individual patient needs.Applies established therapeutic techniques, principles, theories and methods screens, evaluates and provides counseling for clients as indicated by interviews and assessment.Assessments include complete psychosocial evaluations, risk assessments for behavioral health related issues.Develops documents and presents identified problems and proposed treatment plans to individuals, groups and families. Identifies or develops sources for needed therapy and other support services.Conducts assessments or evaluates policies and programs regarding short term, individual or conjoint counseling with individuals, families and groupsMay work a fluctuating work schedule to complete work assignments outside of the typical work week and work hours (to include weekends as necessary).Performs other related duties as assigned.