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

Ummsphysician; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Behavioral Health Clinician, where you will play a vital role in a trauma-informed team dedicated to improving lives. This position offers the chance to provide a comprehensive range of behavioral health services, from outpatient care to crisis intervention. Collaborate with a diverse team to deliver patient-centered therapy and support, while utilizing your skills in psychosocial assessments and treatment planning. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive leadership team, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the community.

Benefits

5k Sign-on Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in acute care psychiatric settings.
• Demonstrate knowledge of behavioral health clinical practices.

Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Facilitate individual, family, and group therapy as needed.

Skills

Psychosocial Assessments

Trauma-informed Therapy

Discharge Planning

Critical Thinking

Communication

Time Management

Adaptability

Education

Master’s Degree in Human Services

Licensed as LMSW or LGPC in Maryland

Job description

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

• Full-time
• Shift: Day
• Position Type: Exempt

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.

Behavioral Health Clinician I’s act as an extension of the psychiatric provider. Working collaboratively with the behavioral health team, medical team, and community stakeholders, the BHC is responsible for completing psychosocial assessments, developing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, and crisis de-escalation. They work independently to evaluate and recommend appropriate levels of care for behavioral health patients based on diagnostic criteria.

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

Education & Training: Master’s Degree in Human Services (e.g., Social Work, Professional Counseling) required. Licensed as an LMSW or LGPC in 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 of behavioral health clinical practices, including psychosocial assessments, trauma-informed therapy, discharge planning, coordination with community providers, knowledge of regulations, critical thinking, communication, time management, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with internal and external partners, assess and respond to crisis situations, make independent decisions within policies and standards, and adapt work hours as needed.

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

Compensation:

Pay Range: $30.26 - $42.37

Other Compensation: $5k Sign-on Bonus

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