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Non-ExemptSchedule Details:
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This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
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Access Clinician III and IV
Full time, part time and per diem positions available
Community Healthlink – WorcesterI. Major Responsibilities:
1. Complete initial comprehensive assessment of clients who have identified a need for behavioral health services. Assessment requires clinical interview and contact with collateral providers/natural supports/ family members when possible and appropriate and consent is provided.
2. Complete diagnostic formulation and treatment recommendations.
3. Engage client in safety/crisis planning.
4. Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation when indicated.
5. Assess eligibility for services, medical necessity, and treatment preferences.
6. Complete treatment plans including client’s strengths, preferences, and behaviorally based goals and objectives as required by program standards.
All responsibilities are essential job functions.
II. Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education:
Access Clinician III
Required:
1. Master’s degree in a clinical course of study in behavioral health (social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, counseling, or related field) that meet the academic requirements for independent licensure in psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, or mental health counseling in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
2. Requires licensure as LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, or is actively working towards licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
3. Satisfactory CORI background check.
4. Current valid US-issued driver’s license and a registered, inspected, and insured automobile for work related purposes including transporting clients in a personal vehicle [or a company
Access Clinician IV
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
1. Master’s degree in a clinical course of study in behavioral health (social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, counseling, or related field).
2. Requires licensure as LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT licensure.
3. Current valid US-issued driver’s license and a registered, inspected, and insured automobile for work related purposes.
4. Satisfactory CORI background check.
Preferred:
Experience/Skills:
Required:
1. Minimum two (2) years’ experience working in a clinical environment.
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
Clinician III and IV
Full time, part time and per diem positions available
Community Healthlink – WorcesterI. Major Responsibilities:
1. Conducts eligibility screenings and comprehensive intake and follow up assessments to assess eligibility, gather clinical information, and inform treatment planning.
2. Conducts client evaluations including bio-psychosocial assessment, diagnostic formulation, and initial treatment plan recommendations.
3. Meets with clients to provide individual counseling and assist clients in attaining treatment goals.
4. Writes treatment plans including client’s strengths with behaviorally based goals and objectives. Documents service delivery in accordance with department standards and progress of goals and objectives in progress notes. Refers clients to resources with and outside CHL
5. Participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings and case discussions. Recognize and seek consultation as needed. Develop a training plan to enhance professional growth.
6. Participates in utilization management, employs Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) standards, and assists as needed in re-accreditation processes.
II. Position Qualifications:
Clinician III:
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
1. Master’s degree in a clinical course of study in behavioral health (social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, counseling, or related field) that meet the academic requirements for independent licensure in psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, or mental health counseling in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
2. Requires licensure as LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, or is actively working towards licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Preferred:
1. Bilingual preferred.
Experience/Skills:
Required:
1. Ability to perform diagnostic and risk assessments using current accepted tools and practices to determine appropriate level of care.
2. Ability to develop and implement treatment plans which are behaviorally oriented, measurable, and appropriate for the identified level of care.
3. Ability and interest to learn and implement evidence-based models of treatment for opioid addiction.
Preferred:
1. A minimum of one year of experience in behavioral health or addiction is preferred.
2. Clinical expertise specific to adults with substance use conditions and co-occurring severe and persistent mental illness with an ability to engage clients effectively and work with other professionals and organizations.
Clinician IV:
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
1. Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling.
2. Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor or Psychologist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Preferred:
1. Bilingual preferred.
Experience/Skills:
Required:
1. Ability to perform diagnostic and risk assessments using current accepted tools and practices to determine appropriate level of care.
2. Ability to develop and implement treatment plans which are behaviorally oriented, measurable, and appropriate for the identified level of care.
3. Ability and interest to learn and implement evidence-based models of treatment for opioid addiction.
4. Clinical expertise specific to adults with substance use conditions and co-occurring severe and persistent mental illness with an ability to engage clients effectively and work with other professionals and organizations.
Preferred:
1. A minimum of one year of experience in behavioral health or addiction is preferred.
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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