Pediatric LMHC at HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc.

Fall River, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Apr, 26

Salary

85000.0

Posted On

10 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Assessment, Consultation, Case Management, Behavioral Health Treatment, Counseling, Referral Services, Communication Skills, Time Management, Customer Service, Team Collaboration, Organizational Skills, Positive Attitude, Mental Health Services, Social Work, Pediatric Care, Adolescent Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced medical team within a growing federally qualified community health center. HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. “The Heart of Our Community” provides comprehensive services including adult/pediatric medical care, health education, health assessment and screenings, gynecology, cardiology, behavioral health, substance use treatment, and adult/pediatric dental care. Pediatric LMHC Summary: Under the general supervision of the Behavioral Health Director, the Pediatric LMHC’s function is to provide assessment, consultation, case management, and behavior health treatment to pediatric patients and parents/guardians referred by the providers. This position is responsible for providing social work/mental health services to pediatric and adolescent patients needing behavioral health support; interviews patients/clients individually, in families, or in groups to determine needed services; provider appropriate case management, counseling, referral, and follow-up services for patients; and serves as liaison between students, homes, and schools. Schedule: Mon – Fri: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Pay Range: $75,000 to $85,000 annually Required Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Social Work or Psychology from an accredited college or university. Massachusetts state license as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) is required. At least 2 years post LMHC experience in pediatric social work. Competencies: The Pediatric LMHC must have a high level of customer service and a positive approach to work with pediatric patients and parents/guardians. Projects positive attitude about the department and the health center and offers services to ensure positive experience. Ability to maintain an organized work area and work collaboratively as a member of a team. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and time management skills to effectively communicate with patients and other providers. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. Benefits for the Pediatric LMHC include: 5.2 weeks of paid time off, 3 personal days, and 11.5 paid holidays; reimbursable licensing fees and continuing education credits; employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, and referral program; employer contributed health, dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability and retirement contributions; voluntary flexible spending accounts and disability/critical illness coverage. HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) HealthFirst strives to eliminate discrimination and to hire applicants of diverse backgrounds, cultures and thoughts. HealthFirst does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Responsibilities

The Pediatric LMHC provides assessment, consultation, case management, and behavioral health treatment to pediatric patients and their parents or guardians. They are responsible for interviewing patients to determine needed services and providing appropriate case management and counseling.