Behavioral Health Provider

Preferra Insurance; Virginia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

InGenesis is seeking a Behavioral Health Provider/Social Worker to serve as a subject matter expert in mental health and substance use disorders. You will assess, diagnose, and treat patients within the scope of practice, and lead a multi-disciplinary team in an integrated care program.

You will develop and monitor treatment plans, respond to medical emergencies, and provide telehealth when appropriate, using EHRs for assessments and referrals.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice clinical social work independently in the relevant state.
• Minimum of one year experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (independent level).
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and oversight to a multi-disciplinary team in implementing and managing an integrated mental health treatment program.
• Provide direct care to patients within the Scope of Practice.
• Develop, manage, and monitor patient treatment plans.
• Respond to and coordinate medical emergencies as needed.
• Provide telehealth services based on patient needs and healthcare situation.

Skills

Spanish (verbal)

Education

MSW CSWE-accredited program

LCSW license

BLS certification

Job description

InGenesis is currently sourcing Behavioral Health Provider/Social Worker candidates to work with our client. In this role, you will serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in mental health and substance use disorders. A high level of skill will be required in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with mental health concerns, and/or serious mental illness or serious mental disorders (SMI/SMD).

Responsibilities and Duties:

Provide direction and oversight to multi-disciplinary team in the implementation and management of an integrated mental health treatment program.
Provide direct care to patients within the Scope of Practice.
Develop, manage, and monitor patient treatment plans.
May be expected to respond to and or coordinate response to medical emergencies.
May be expected to provide telehealth services based on patient needs and healthcare situation.
Develop training/clinical education materials as required and provide clinical education and training to staff.
Utilize EHR system for completing clinical assessments, evaluations, advanced care/placement referral initiation, and transfer/discharge summaries.
Provide oversight and consultation to behavioral health technicians and interns as applicable.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice clinical social work independently in the state where the duty station is located.
Minimum of one year experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, at the independent level as recognized in the state licensed, whereby clinical supervision is not required.
BLS certification through the American Heart Association®.
Verbal proficiency in Spanish (preferred, not required).

Physical Demands

The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing, walking or jogging unaided over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy patients or equipment.
The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as agility and dexterity, visual, and hearing capabilities.
Must be able to respond to any medical emergency in the facility, via foot, within four minutes and perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling.
Must have the ability to assist sick, injured, or aging detainees or staff exiting the building during an emergency.

EEO Statement:

InGenesis is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including recent executive orders, and strictly prohibit discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

InGenesis is dedicated to making reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and ensuring that all employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

To learn more about your rights, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster issued by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

Company Statement:

With decades of experience, InGenesis has grown into one of North America’s most trusted Healthcare Services Firms, which includes comprehensive health and workforce solutions. As the industry landscape shifts with new challenges in patient care, quality and compliance requirements, workforce retention, and operational efficiencies, we deliver strategic, data-driven solutions that include redefining workforce management and clinical service delivery. Explore InGenesis to discover how our expertise, innovative strategies, and commitment to excellence are shaping the future of healthcare workforce solutions. Join us in celebrating the professionals who define the next era of healthcare.