Behavioral Health Clinician Licensed LCSW - Behavioral Health Services

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated BH Licensed Clinician to provide essential mental health and substance use services. In this pivotal role, you will conduct in-person and tele-assessments, offer crisis interventions, and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care. Your expertise will guide patients and families through complex treatment options while maintaining a focus on quality and continuity of care. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you are passionate about mental health and eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Competitive Benefits Package

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Free Onsite Parking

Qualifications

• 2 years of clinical experience in mental health or substance abuse required.
• Master's degree in relevant fields is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health and substance use services via assessments.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and document interactions.

Skills

Mental Health Services

Substance Use Services

Crisis Intervention

Patient Engagement

Diagnostic Assessments

Collaboration with Multi-disciplinary Team

Education

Master's Degree in Counseling

Master's Degree in Psychology

Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy

Master's Degree in Social Work

Tools

DSM-5

ICD10 Codes

Documentation Software

Job description

Overview

The BH Licensed Clinician (BHLC) is responsible for the provision of mental health and substance use services at WakeMed. via in person and tele assessments. The BHLC provides emergency Psychiatric and Substance use clinical assessments, diagnoses patients using DSM-5, ICD10-codes, offers appropriate crisis intervention/supportive counseling/social work interventions, and responds to ED BHRTs. . Focuses on diagnostic and functional evaluations, safety assessments, patient engagement and or support system effectiveness. Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team including physicians, psychiatry and psychology staff. Decides and communicates disposition and level of care. This includes facilitating voluntary and involuntary commitments as directed by the physician. Assists with diagnostic clarification, post-discharge treatment recommendation, identification of treatment options, high-risk behavior mitigation and prevention planning. Advises patient, family and responsible medical providers, as needed, to improve quality and continuum of care. Participates in hospital and community initiatives that address mental health and substance use issues. Provides expertise in mental health and substance use issues to the multi-disciplinary team including in-service education and support. Maintains a working knowledge of relevant behavioral health, medical, legal issues that impact patients and the hospital system. Documents assessment, dispositions, interactions conversations etc. according to department guidelines and standards. Can work independently, can prioritize and manage time efficiently. Flexibility in accepting diverse work assignments and managing stress related to change and the ability to resolve/ manage conflict..
Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
EOE

Licensure

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Or Licensed Clinical Social Worker Or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Or Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate Or Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate Or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy Associate Required - And Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist Preferred Certified Notary Required - Within 1 Year of Hire
Education

Master's Degree Counseling Or Psychology Or Marriage and Family Therapy Or Social Work Required
Experience

2 Years Clinical - Mental Health Or 2 Years Clinical - Substance Abuse/Addiction Required