Child & Family/School-Based Clinician

Job description

The Child and Family/School-Based Clinician provides and oversees the provision of psychosocial and mental health care for selected clients and families. 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Level II and Level III 

Provides comprehensive intake assessments and develops treatment plans for clients.
Provides risk assessment and intervention as part of the interdisciplinary team.
Refers to and coordinates with appropriate emergency services.
Continually assesses client’s behavioral health status.
Provides evidence-based intervention strategies to improve client functioning and adherence.
Acts as the lead liaison between client, psychiatrist, and other key providers for clients.
Provides group therapy, with content determined by client/clinic needs.
Provides individual and family therapy services to clients and their families determined by client/clinic needs.
Provide resources as needed to encourage client’s progress in accomplishing treatment goals.
Collaborate with medical providers and/or additional service providers to coordinate care.
Provide a care management approach around psychosocial/behavioral health needs.
Work as part of a generalist team of clinicians.
Documents in EHR all patient contacts and other important clinical information.
Serves as an information resource to clinical team.
Participates in job-related training sessions and seminars.
Attends required staff meetings.
Maintains prompt and regular attendance.
Performs other duties as assigned. 

Job Qualifications
Level II and Level III
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:
Possesses excellent organizational skills.
Knowledge of specific medical/psychiatric illnesses, procedures and treatments.
Excellent interpersonal skills including negotiation skills necessary to work within a team.
Ability to provide rapid clinical psychosocial assessments and brief, short or long-term treatment.
Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated competency in age specific behaviors
Knowledge of community agencies/resources.
Ability to advocate/negotiate systems for/with patients.
Ability to prioritize decisions based upon multiple criteria and identifiable standards.
Ability to multitask under stressful situations.  
Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office Software.
Ability to work in a busy, high-stress environment.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
Ability to interpret rules and regulations and read and understand client records.
Ability to work tactfully and effectively with all constituents.
Ability to prepare clear and concise reports using correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Ability to maintain objectivity and confidentiality.

Education or Formal Training:
Level II
Master’s degree in social work, clinical psychology, or closely related field.

Level III (must meet the above requirements and following requirements)
Colorado license required (LPC, LAC, LCSW, LMFT).

Experience:
Level II and Level III
Three years of clinical experience as a licensed mental health professional; or combination of training, education, experience, and licensure that is equivalent and provides the required knowledge and abilities.

Additional Information
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm
This position serves the Buena Vista and Leadville schools, as well as provides in-office services at either our Buena Vista or Leadville office.
Must be willing to travel to the required communities to provide services. Mileage reimbursements are eligible for business travel. 

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• Enjoy what you do and where you work!
• Full-time, In-Person Position
• Sign-On Bonus: $3,000 ($1,500 paid at 6 months of service and $1,500 paid at 12 months of service).