Behavioral Health Therapist

Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS); Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Therapist to provide high-quality integrated care services. This role involves diagnosing and treating psychological issues, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in clinical social work or counseling and be licensed in North Carolina. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career growth and professional development, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about helping underserved populations.

Benefits

Competitive health plans

Floating Holidays

Paid Holidays

Accrued PTO

Free parking

Employee Assistance Network

403b Retirement Savings with Match

Employer Paid Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Student Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• Master's level education in clinical social work or counseling is required.
• Current license to practice as LCMHC or LCSW in North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews to obtain medical and psychological histories.
• Develop and implement individual treatment plans for patients.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team for continuity of care.

Skills

Effective Communication

Multitasking

Attention to Detail

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Crisis Management

Education

Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work or Counseling

Clinical/Practical Internships

Tools

EPIC EHR platform

Job description

Behavioral Health Therapist- Clinic-Based

Are you passionate about helping the underserved of all ages?

Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). We are committed to caring for our patients with purpose and integrity. We are looking for a compassionate and experienced therapist who is committed to clinical excellence to provide high quality behavioral health and integrated care services to patients.

Services will be provided at our primary health clinic-

257 Biltmore Avenue

RESPONSIBILITIES-Includes but not limited to the following:

• Obtain medical, psychological, social, and family histories by interviewing individuals, couples, and/or families.
• Select, administer, score, and interpret standardized screening/assessment tools to help identify and diagnose patient’s psychological, emotional, or behavioral problems.
• Identify symptoms, make diagnoses, and develop treatment plans.
• Identify psychological, emotional, social and/or behavioral problems and diagnose disorders, using information from interviews, structured assessments, records, and reference materials.
• Discuss the treatment of identified problems or disorders with patients and, as appropriate, their caregivers.
• Develop and implement individual treatment plans, specifying type, frequency, intensity, and duration of therapy.
• Interact with patients to assist them in gaining insight, defining goals, and planning action to achieve effective personal, social, and functional adjustment.
• Counsel individuals, groups, or families to help them understand problems, deal with crisis situations, define goals, and develop realistic action plans.
• Utilize therapeutic interventions to assist patients in achieving their goals
• Consult with PCPs and other members of the health care team regarding patient care/treatment
• Document all relevant information and data, including treatment plans, assessments, recommendations, and progress notes.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of therapy and treatment, the accuracy of diagnoses, and make modifications, as necessary.
• As appropriate, refer patients and their caregivers to other needed services (i.e., psychiatry, care management services).
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant research and treatment modalities.
• Participate in clinical quality management activities.
• Collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team as needed for continuity of care.
• Psychoeducation to students, families, and school staff.
• Coordination and case discussion with members of the child’s school-based team (teachers, counselor, principal) as clinically appropriate.
• Occasionally, other appropriate duties and responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS-

• Completion of an accredited master’s level educational program in clinical social work or counseling with training and/or experience in working with children and families.
• Completion of the clinical/practical internships required by the accredited master’s level educational program.
• Current and unrestricted license to practice in North Carolina as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred

SKILLS-

• Able to communicate effectively. Interacts in a friendly, professional manner with a wide range of community health staff, school staff, families, physicians, and the public.
• Plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks with attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure is essential.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs to produce correspondence, documents, presentations, records, and spreadsheets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Additional skills preferred: Expert knowledge of medical office operations. Familiarity with role of FQHCs in the community

WORK/LIFE BENEFITS

• Competitive health plans for employees and dependents including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Telehealth
• Two (2) Floating Holidays
• Ten (10) Paid Holidays
• Accrued PTO (total of 156 hours 1st year)
• Free parking
• Employee Assistance Network
• 403b Retirement Savings with Match
• Employer Paid Short/Long Term Disability Insurance and Life Insurance
• HRSA and Public Non-Profit Student Loan Forgiveness

CAREER GROWTH BENEFITS

• Monthly Staff Meetings and Training
• Continued Medical Education (CME) & Continuing Education (CEU)
• EPIC EHR platform

Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, services, programs or activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Western North Carolina Community Health Services