Behavioral Health Clinician

Baylor Scott & White Health; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO from Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Fort Worth, TX seeks a Behavioral Health Clinician to plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate Behavioral Health Access Service functions for psychiatric or chemically dependent patients of all ages. They follow legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.

The role involves initial assessments, coordination of MOT and OPC, facilitation of outpatient programs, and active participation in quality improvement activities to deliver compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Masters or Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 2 years of experience.
• Licensing: LCSW, LMSW, LPC, or RN required.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychiatric and chemical dependency patients and provide initial impressions.
• Coordinate MOT for stabilization and treatment.
• Coordinate OPC through the Mental Health Court for involuntary care.
• Support Behavioral Health Outpatient Program with assessments and group therapy.
• Handle incoming calls, meet walk-ins, and perform triage.
• Schedule assessments and monitor referrals and program effectiveness.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Psychotherapy knowledge

Counseling techniques

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Education

Masters or Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Behavioral Health Clinician plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates Behavioral Health Access Service functions. This is for psychiatric or chemically dependent patients of all ages and their families. They follow legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements, and the goals of the organization and Behavioral Health Services Department.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Helps ER and medical floor physicians by giving initial impressions and assessments of psychiatric and chemical dependency patients.
• Coordinates and facilitates the Mandatory Outpatient Treatment (MOT) for patients from the ER and medical floors needing psychiatric and chemical dependency stabilization and treatment.
• Coordinates and facilitates Order of Protective Custody (OPC) through the local Mental Health Court. This is for inpatient medical unit patients who need involuntary psychiatric treatment.
• Helps the Behavioral Health Outpatient Program with assessments and group therapy and other essential duties as required.
• Answers all incoming calls as part of the information and referral process. Meets with walk-ins in the ER and for the Behavioral Health Outpatient Program as needed. Performs initial call triage.
• Facilitates assessment appointments. Provides service and program appointments. Tracks and maintains the call database. Tracks and follows up with referrals and information requests, including those from EAPs and Primary Care Physicians.
• Implements and monitors about client satisfaction and service effectiveness, and participates in quality improvement activities and initiatives.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of psychotherapy and related tests, measures and recovery techniques and practices.
• Knowledge of counseling and therapy techniques.
• Ability to interpret diagnostic interviews and test data.
• Ability to conduct singular and group psychotherapy.
• Ability to evaluate behavioral deficits.
• Ability to develop plans for implementing and monitoring rehabilitation activities, skill acquisition and behavior management.
• Demonstrated communications and problem solving skills.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Masters' or Bachelors plus 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
• EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Lic Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lic Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Lic Professional Counselor (LPC), Registered Nurse (RN): Must have one of these:
• LCSW - Lic Clinical Social Worker
• LMSW - Lic Masters Social Worker
• LPC - Lic Professional Counselor
• RN - Registered Nurse.