Behavioral Health Clinician

Job Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Behavioral Health, and as a part of Choptank Community Health (CCHS) multidisciplinary team the Behavioral Health Clinician will provide direct services including individual (children and adults), couple, family, and group therapeutic services to patients. This is an exempt, full-time position. Licensure will determine the pay grade within the pay range of $76,843.00 - $115,264.00. The Behavioral Health Clinician reports directly to the Behavioral Health Director.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Working knowledge of MD Mental Health policies and procedures.
• Knowledge and experience with evidence-based practices, including trauma informed care framework.
• Strong clerical/administrative skills including personal computer skills (Microsoft Office software).
  
• CPR Certification
• Valid MD driver’s license

Education and Experience:

• MD Licensed Clinician (LCSW-C, LCPC, LCADC, LMFT, LMSW, LGPC, LGMFT)
  
• Must have master’s degree from an accredited University
  
• Must be able to meet and maintain the CCHS credentialing requirements
  
• Minimum of 2 years' experience providing therapy to adults, children, and families

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• General office environment in clinical health centers
  
• Provides patient care
  
• Occasional travel 

Standards of Behavior: 

• Commitment To Service 
  
• Respect 
  
• Quality
  
• Teamwork 
  
• Patient Focus 
  
• Integrity
  
• Accountability
  
• Caring & Compassion
  
• Professionalism
  
• Listening & Responding 
  
• Safety
  
• AIDET

Job Related Competencies:

• Empathetic Outlook- The ability to perceive and understand the feelings and attitudes of others; the ability to place oneself “in the shoes” of another and to view a situation from their perspective. 
  
• Attention to Detail- The ability to process detailed information effectively and consistently.
  
• Problem Solving- Identifies and analyzes problems weighing the relevance and accuracy of available information. Generates and evaluates alternative solutions and makes effective and timely decisions.
  
• Communicates Effectively- Developing and delivering multi-mode communication that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
  
• Values And Ethics- Serving with integrity and respect in personal and organizational practices. Ensuring decisions and transactions are transparent and fair.
  
• Time Management- The ability to effectively manage one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.

Commitment to Community:
Choptank Community Health System (CCHS) is committed to creating a safe and open healthcare environment that improves health outcomes and values and respects the unique experiences and perspectives of both patients and staff by:

• Prioritizing access for all individuals; 
  
• Offering ongoing training for staff to promote health awareness, preventive measures and early detection for the varied patient population on the Eastern Shore;
  
• Actively engaging with patients, families and staff;
  
• Fostering a workplace culture in which everyone is treated with dignity.
  

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Addresses referrals from Choptank Health Medical and Dental providers, including referrals via warm hand-offs
  
• Participates in multidisciplinary meetings to assess needs and coordinate services
  
• Maintains weekly scheduled appointments in our electronic records system
  
• Provide therapeutic services to patients and their families in collaboration with multidisciplinary team members including external partners 
  
• Completes required documentation and implementation in a timely manner.  Documentation includes intake paperwork, biopsychosocial assessment, diagnostic screens, and assessments as necessary, treatment planning, discharge planning, satisfaction survey, and community referrals when needed.
  
• Demonstrates cultural competency and commitment to our patients 
  
• Demonstrates commitment to the philosophy of the agency 
  
• Maintain an active client caseload, based on the needs of the program and in accordance with COMAR regulations.
  
• Other duties as assigned 
  
• Regular, reliable attendance is a requirement of this job