Healthcare for the Homeless Behavioral Health Provider

Job Summary

The behavioral health provider is a dually licensed professional, LCPC/LCSW AND LAC, that will assesses and treats individuals with mental, emotional or substance abuse issues. Duties include individual and/or group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, prevention and education. The position consults with physicians and other clinic staff to provide solution-focused care. The position coordinates and connects patients and clients to appropriate social services to meet the physical, financial, social and/or environmental needs of patients and their families as needed.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Counsel clients in individual or group sessions to assist them in dealing with substance abuse, mental or physical illness, poverty, unemployment, physical abuse, etc.
• Collaborate with counselors, physicians, or nurses to plan or coordinate treatment, drawing on social work experience and patient needs.
• Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress with respect to treatment goals.
• Interview clients, review records, conduct assessments, or confer with other professionals to evaluate the mental or physical condition of clients or patients.
• Modify treatment plans according to changes in client status.
• Aid clients in adhering to treatment plans, such as setting up appointments, arranging for transportation to appointments, or providing support.
• Educate clients or community members about mental or physical illness, abuse, medication, or available community resources.
• Counsel or aid family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, or supporting the client or patient.
• Increase social work knowledge by reviewing current literature, conducting social research, or attending seminars, training workshops, or classes.
• Refer patient, client, or family to community resources for housing or treatment to assist in recovery from mental or physical illness, following through to ensure service efficacy.
• Represent RiverStone Health in meetings, trainings or public events when needed.
• Help coordinate with case management for patients and their families.
• Perform a variety of community outreach services, including conducting informative workshops, providing information, advice, and counsel to other community agencies, referral sources, and the general public as requested.

Discipline Or Program-Specific Duties

• Attend essential clinic and all staff meetings.
• Attend continuing education trainings to maintain licensure.
• Prepare and give presentations during clinic, all staff, and other meetings within the organization.
• Potential requests to do community presentations.
• Involvement in media publications.

Education And Experience

• Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related behavioral health field. Any combination of experience and training which provide the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
• Preferred Qualifications: Considerable social work and substance use experience specific to the position. Experience working with underserved populations.
• Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid State of Montana driver's license. Current Montana LCPC/LCSW and LAC license in good standing.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to maintain a calm and positive demeanor during difficult client interactions.
• Ability to display non-judgmental and empathetic listening skills.
• High degree of detail-oriented skill level.
• Knowledge and understanding of protected sensitive patient health information (HIPAA) and confidentiality.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain a positive work environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with supervisors, other RiverStone Health employees, community resources and clients and patients.
• Ability to perform job duties with integrity and innovation to ensure completion and a high level of quality.
• Ability to understand and adhere to required administrative policies and procedures.
• Ability to meet deadlines, including completing treatment plans, assessments and other duties.
• Knowledge of the DSM-5 and/or DSM-5-TR.
• Motivational interviewing skills.
• Ability to work with underserved and vulnerable populations.