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Job description
Behavioral Health Clinician I
New London, CT ( • Outpatient BHS
Job Type
Full-time
Description
UCFS strives to use person-centered care to improve the health and well-being of everyone in our community. Share in our vision of being Eastern CT’s best choice for patient-centered healthcare!
We are currently seeking aClinician Ito provide clinical services for individuals, children and families, couples, or groups of all ages regarding behavioral, substance abuse, psychiatric or emotional issues through the development and implementation of clinical assessments, treatment plans and discharge plans. Billable services for a Clinician I require approval and sign-off from a Licensed Supervisor.
UCFS Hours of Operation: Open 8:00am - 7:00pm; Hours Vary By Day & Location
Expected Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours/week; Flexible with Later Hour Availability
Outline of Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide clinical assessment and treatment client centered care consistent with quality standards of care including evidence-based practices that result in improved health outcomes for clients.
Manage and monitor individual productivity through weekly monitoring of short-term and long-term goals.
Maintain documentation standards (inclusive of proficiency with electronic documentation) for all records required by agency licensees and payer sources such as DCF, DMHAS, CT-BHP, and Medicaid within a timely fashion.
Assess level of risk and appropriate level of care with routine and emergency clients of all ages who may present in crisis with complex and long-term mental health and/or substance abuse issues.
Provide on- call support on site during hours of operation for connected and non-connected clients. Includes, but is not exclusive to: arranging for referrals to other levels of care or emergency response, reporting suspected child abuse/neglect to DCF, adhering to legal and ethical guidelines for standards of care.
Coordinate services with relevant providers involved in a given case within and outside of UCFS (e.g. school personnel, Department of Children and Families, courts, etc.) and support continued collaboration with other providers.
Participate in clinical supervision, and maintain open lines of communication with supervisor and support staff, and coordinate treatment with psychiatrists as needed
Participate in professional activities, including but not limited to trainings, obtaining full licensure, and the support in training new staff.
Why UCFS?
Our team is passionate about the services we provide and is committed to making a difference for our clients and community. At UCFS, a Federally Qualified Health Center, we specialize in integrated care which means having access to essential services to meet the complex needs of those we serve. We work collaboratively across programs at our agency to remove barriers and streamline access to services including behavioral health services, primary care, dental, case management and more. If you are committed to improving the health and well-being of our community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Requirements
Minimum Education and Experience
Master's degree (MA,MS,MFT, MSW)
Clinical experience working with children and families preferred
Minimum Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
CT State Licensure eligible for LMSW, LMFTA, or LPC-A upon hire
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Comfortability working with children
Ability to effectively use MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Outlook, Teams
Proficiency in EHR – EPIC preferred
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Robust interpersonal expertise
UCFS Healthcare Offers a Competitive Benefits & Perks Package to Our Hardworking Team Which Can Include:
Financial- Yearly Performance Merit Increases; Gain Share Program; Local & Online Discounts
Income Security- 401(k) Plan + 6% Employer Contributions; Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance
Health & Wellness- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Wellness Programs; Decompression Spaces
Time Off- Generous Paid Time Off Starting at 3 Weeks' Vacation, 4 Floating Holidays, 10 Sick Days, 8 Federal Holidays
Growth- Employee-Led Committees; NHSC Loan Repayment Opportunities; PSLF Eligibility; Career Path Ladders; Employer Paid Learning & Development Programs
Fun- Appreciation, Education, and Team-Building Events
UCFS is strongly committed to a workplace environment that respects, appreciates and values employee differences and similarities. By providing and supporting an enriching work culture, UCFS willcontinue tobetter serve our communities and provide quality patient, client, and resident care and services. UCFS is an employment at-will organization and an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation,andgenetic information or disability, as defined and required by applicable state and federal laws. Additionally, UCFS prohibits retaliation against an applicant or employee because they have engaged in protected activity under the statutes prohibiting discrimination in the workplace.
Salary Description
$57,000 - 60,000 / year
Worksite address
new london, CT, 06320, US
Who can apply
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