Behavioral Health Specialist – Urgent Care

About the role

This position is available full-time on-site, Monday-Friday 11:00 AM-7:30 PM. Flexible as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or above in clinical field of study related to behavioral health from an accredited institution.
• Licensed independently in Kentucky.
• Relevant education, training, experience, knowledge, and expertise to meet the needs of clients through individual, family, and group therapy.
• Ability to operate an Electronic Health Record and other technology as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the Behavioral Healthcare program's philosophy, principles, and procedures in all facets of performance related to assigned treatment program.
• Provide services and conduct self in a manner consistent with the professional Code of Conduct of NorthKey Community Care.
• Assess clients and/or provide education to clients regarding appropriate next steps for ongoing safety and treatment.
• Complete clinical assessments in the Urgent Care to assess behavioral health symptoms, functionality, and current risk level.
• Diagnose identified mental health and/or substance use disorders.
• Recommend clinically appropriate level of care treatment recommendations based on behavioral health assessment and treatment plans.
• Work within the Urgent Care providing clinical assessments and complete telehealth assessments for mobile crisis teams.
• Complete crisis evaluations, including involuntary evaluations (202As and/or Assisted Outpatient Treatment), school safety evaluations, or other crisis assessments.
• Utilize verbal de-escalation skills as needed to help clients engage in the assessment process.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation regarding assessment and referrals.
• Collaborate with other members of the treatment team to ensure appropriate follow-up care is provided to the client and/or support system.
• Maintain continuous reimbursable sessions for assigned clients.
• Participate in staff development opportunities offered to enhance professional growth, especially to maintain license, certification, or identified program performance skills.
• Utilize most appropriate evidence-based practice(s) to address clients' needs.
• Develop treatment plans for clients based upon client’s own words regarding areas of needs, their diagnoses and symptoms, utilizing discipline-informed theories and interventions.
• Participate in planned supervision and case consultation conferences as necessary.
• Come prepared to meetings and keep supervisor informed of completed tasks.
• Afford assistance in other crisis program functions as needed and other duties as assigned.
• Adhere responsibly to all NorthKey policies and procedures.
• Adhere to confidentiality in all matters pertaining to client information.
• Maximize efficiency and effective use of time in maintaining accurate and punctual time reporting.
• Attend internal meetings relating to responsibilities and duties.
• Maintain a professional and business-like manner in dealing with all internal staff, Northkey Community Care.

Benefits

• Potential for up to 12% contingency bonus.
• Generous plan for paid time off (PTO) (Up to 16 days the first year).
• 10 Paid Holidays.
• Individual and family insurance coverage: Various medical, vision, and dental plans to choose from.
• HSA Employer match up to $1000, depending on plan.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Potential eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Pay

Salary: $75,000 (Independently licensed)

Schedule

Full-time on-site, Monday-Friday 11:00 AM-7:30 PM. Flexible as needed.