The Behavioral Health Clinician is responsible for providing clinical mental health services and/or substance abuse to all customer groups affected by illness/disability often including lifestyle adjustment difficulties. Understands utilization criteria and case management principles in a health care setting, as well as relevant community resources, insurance, regulatory, and legal system knowledge.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related Human Services field. Master's degree in Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or other Human Services field.

Minimum Work Experience

Two years of experience in medical crisis intervention and knowledge of community resources or related experience preferred.  Healthcare experience a plus. Experience in individual and family therapy. Five years' experience working in healthcare setting.

Required Licenses/Certifications

BLS Certification through American Heart Association Completion of endorsed patient/visitor de-escalation and restraint program certification. Apprentice Addiction Professional (AAP) Certification may be required dependent on job assignment* LCMHC and/or LADC licensure.

*Must obtain within 3 months of hire.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Psychosocial assessments, utilization and case management principles. Demonstrates sound knowledge of group theory and dynamics with experience in facilitating and co-facilitating psychosocial and skill building groups. Individual and family supportive advocacy. Age-specific competencies. Interdisciplinary collaboration. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Basic Microsoft Windows desktop application and navigation skills. Demonstrates strong communication and listening skills. Demonstrates good knowledge of community resources. Demonstrates excellent collaboration skills in conjunction with working with providers, legal representation, regulatory agencies and those involved with risk and compliance.  Willingness and ability to provide coverage on rotational basis.(as applicable)   Exhibits knowledge of Best Practice, DBT, CBT, and motivational interviewing. Provides employee assistance in-services, and consultation to staff, physicians, and community providers about psychosocial aspects of care. Willingness and ability to oversee activities and provide clinical supervision of others. 

 BHC III; Salary range: $54,580 - $87,193