Behavioral Health Therapist at NorthLakes Community Clinic

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Feb, 26

Salary

61062.0

Posted On

16 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Behavior Modification, Stress Management Therapy, Therapeutic Treatment, Counseling, Assessment, Treatment Planning, Discharge Planning, Consultation, EMR Documentation, Multi-Disciplinary Team Collaboration, Telehealth Methodologies, Psychological Testing, Personality Inventories, Intelligence Quotient Tests, Recovery-Oriented Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Caring for our community starts with you. Join a team that believes everyone deserves care. ***$15,000.00 Sign-On Bonus*** Salary begins at $61,062.00 + per year depending on experience based on a 1.0 FTE. (In-Training licenses encouraged to apply; salary based on In-Training salary range.) The purpose of a behavioral health therapist is to assess, diagnose and treat individuals using individual, family, couples and/or group counseling and make informed, appropriate referrals in order to assist individuals in achieving mutually agreed upon goals, promoting recovery and leading to a more satisfying, emotionally and socially healthy life. Providers work in an integrated care environment, and deliver recovery-oriented whole-person care. Behavioral Health Therapists counsel individuals, families, couples or groups regarding psychological or emotional problems such as stress, substance abuse, or family situations to develop and implement therapeutic treatment plans in clinic settings by performing the following duties. Provide assessments, treatment planning, treatment, discharge planning and consultation. Interviews clients, reviews records, and confers with other professionals to obtain pertinent information. Works with people presenting with psychological or emotional problems such as stress, substance abuse, or family situations. If trained and certified, selects and administers various tests such as psychological tests, personality inventories, and intelligence quotient tests, to identify behavioral or personality traits and intelligence levels, and records results. If trained and certified, reviews results of tests to evaluate client needs. Plans and administers therapeutic treatment such as behavior modification and stress management therapy to assist patients in controlling disorders and other problems. Provide therapeutic treatment in individual, family, couples or group settings. Discusses progress toward mutually established therapeutic goals with patients to evaluate success of therapy, and adapts treatment as needed. Consults with medical doctor or other specialists concerning treatment plan and amends plan as directed. Conducts therapy sessions. Participates in clinical meetings partnering with a multi-disciplinary team in service delivery including medical teams, care coordinators, peer specialists, community health workers, etc. Plans and administers therapeutic treatment by telephonic/ telehealth methodologies as indicated by patient needs and state guidelines. Refers patients to additional services to supplement treatment and counseling. Documents the visit in the EMR in an accurate and timely manner. Participates in behavioral health quality improvement programs. · Appropriate use of PPE/infection control protocols when providing treatment to patients. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelors Degree plus a Master Degree in counseling required. Preferred Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Electronic Health Record Systems Database software and Word Processing software. Required Credentials, Certification, Licensure Ph.D or PsyD and.or LPC, LCSW, LMFT; Specific training/certifications may be required for certain types of therapy/assessment. Employees will not work outside of their scope of education and training. Benefit Statement For full time and part time employees who work 24 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes: • Medical and dental insurance • Employer paid group term life and disability • Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account • Flexible Spending Accounts • 6 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Leave Bank • 403(b) with a 4% employer match Various voluntary benefits: • Vision Insurance • Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability • Tuition reimbursement • Health and Wellness reimbursement program • Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members • Partner of HRSA/NHSC loan repayment program Our Mission is to respond to the healthcare needs of our communities with an integrated array of quality services and actively remove barriers to wellness. NorthLakes Community Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and references. NorthLakes Community Clinic is a Federally Qualified Community Health Center that operates 19 clinics in 19 communities throughout 13 counties in Wisconsin. We provide a variety of services based on the needs of the communities that we serve, including primary Medical, Dental, and Behavioral Health. All people are welcome to receive care regardless of their insurance status and ability to pay. For those that qualify we have a Sliding Fee Scale that is based on income. We are deeply involved in our communities providing Dental and Behavioral Health in schools, taking dental care to nursing homes, and working with WIC – Women, Infants, and Children. Since our opening in 2008, we aim to fill the gaps in healthcare and fulfill our vision of healthy, prosperous, engaged communities where everyone thrives. As a Community Health Center and National Health Service Corporation, we promise to : Serve all patients. Offer discounted fees for patients who qualify. Not deny services based on a person’s Race, Color, Sex, National Origin, Disability, Religion, Sexual Orientation, or inability to Pay. Accept insurance including Medicaid, Medicare, and Children’s Health Insurance Program. We are governed by a patient-majority board that meets monthly.

Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Therapist assesses, diagnoses, and treats individuals through various counseling methods. They work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to provide recovery-oriented whole-person care.