School Based Health Center Behavioral Health Clinician

School Based Health Center Behavioral Health Clinician

The School Based Health Center Behavioral Health Clinician (LCSW/LICSW/LMHC) provides clinical services with patients and families that address psychological; psychosocial; environmental; age specific; and cultural and linguistic issues to maximize emotional, social and physical well being. Facilitates effective/efficient use of health care and community resources with the primary focus on children and families.

The LCSW/LICSW/LMHC conducts psychosocial assessments, develops treatment plans and provides interventions and treatment as indicated. Works effectively as part of the Behavioral Health Department and interdisciplinary health care staff in a blended primary care/population health models of health care delivery, as well as within school systems identified in collaborative models of care.

Provides social work consultation to other disciplines within the Health Center, schools and community. May facilitate clinical education of social work interns/staff. Participates on departmental/Health Center wide task forces/committees.

Experience

• 3-5 years post-graduate experience working with children and adolescents in mental health or school-based setting preferred
• Educational background and experience caring for medically underserved population(s) preferred
• Experience serving residents of public housing preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates personal qualities of leadership and knowledge of health care and school-based systems
• Strong assessment and treatment skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effective orally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective team collaboration.
• Good problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work well collaboratively and independently.
• Demonstrates basic foundational skills, showing fundamental knowledge and a commitment to the application of professional values and ethics.
• Demonstrates fundamental skills in formulation, assessment of risks, crisis intervention completion of psychosocial treatment plans, and appropriate documentation.
• Aware of opportunities in department/service initiatives; participates in initiatives at an entity level. Uses data to measure progress.
• Demonstrate fundamental skills under supervision. May need assistance in promoting collaboration among healthcare team members, other colleagues, and the organization to support and enhance patient care.