Behavioral Health Clinician/Therapist, 5k Sign-on Bonus

University of Maryland; Aberdeen City; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Behavioral Health Clinician I to provide therapeutic services in a trauma-informed outpatient environment. This role encompasses psychosocial assessments, treatment plan development, and collaboration with health care providers, emphasizing community well-being. Ideal candidates hold a Master's degree and have experience in psychiatric care, demonstrating robust skills in assessment, therapy, and communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in acute care psychiatric settings required.
• Knowledge of community health resources and regulations necessary.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate trauma-informed individual, group, and family therapy.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Coordinate discharge and aftercare services as needed.

Skills

Assessment

Therapy provision

Communication

Critical thinking

Time management

Education

Master’s Degree in Human Services

Licensed LMSW or LGPC in Maryland

Job description

Job Description

Behavioral Health Clinician I’s act as an extension of the psychiatric provider. Regardless of acute psychiatric treatment setting, the BHC, working in collaboration with the behavioral health team, medical team, and community stakeholders, is responsible for completing: Psychosocial assessments, developing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress towards treatment goals, and crisis de-escalation. Works independently to apply knowledge of diagnostic criteria to evaluate and recommend appropriate level of care for behavioral health patients.

One goal of all services facilitated by the BHC is to give psychiatric providers necessary information to finalize dispositions, as relevant to patient needs. BHC II’s work with diverse populations, age groups, and diagnoses. Serves as primary educator on topics of mental illness/mental health to patients and/or family members. Responsible for facilitating patient-centered, trauma-informed brief individual therapy, family therapy, and group therapy within the outpatient care setting, when indicated. Initiates coordination of discharge and aftercare services, as needed.

Company Description

This is an incredible opportunity to join an innovative, trauma-informed team of behavioral health professionals in an outpatient setting where you can be part of the solution in helping individuals in our community live their best lives.

Providing a vast continuum of behavioral health care, including outpatient, primary care office, intensive outpatient, inpatient psychiatry, crisis center, and the emergency department, you will be able to thrive and grow professionally with our strong leadership team.

Qualifications

Education & Training: Master’s Degree in Human Services (i.e., Social Work, Professional Counseling, etc.) required. Licensed as an LMSW or LGPC in the state of Maryland required.

Work Orientation & Experience: Minimum of one (1) year experience working with individuals with acute and chronic mental illness in an acute care psychiatric setting required.

Skills & Abilities: Demonstrate knowledge/skills of behavioral health clinical practice in a variety of settings: a.) Completing psychosocial assessments; b) provision of trauma-informed individual, group, and family therapy services; c.) developing and implementing discharge and aftercare plans; d) coordinating services for patient/family with community providers including knowledge of community resources, Medicare/Medicaid and commercial insurances; e.) knowledge of state and federal regulations as it pertains to scope of clinical practice in multiple settings; f.) effective critical thinking; g.) professional and effective written and verbal communication; h.) prioritize work assignments and manage time effectively to complete duties; and i.) work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to a) communicate and collaborate effectively with both internal and external partners (i.e., behavioral health team, medical team, community stakeholders and patients/families); b) assess, adapt, and calmly respond to changing and/or crisis environment; c) make independent decisions consistent with current policies, procedures, health care and ethical standards; and d) be available to adapt hours to meet the needs of partners.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

Pay Range:$30.26-$42.37

Other Compensation (if applicable): $5k Sign on Bonus

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