Behavioral Health Therapist

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health center dedicated to providing high-quality behavioral health services to the underserved. As a compassionate therapist, you'll work with individuals and families, developing personalized treatment plans and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while enjoying a supportive work environment. With competitive benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision 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 required.
• Current LCMHC or LCSW license in North Carolina is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans for patients.
• Provide counseling to individuals, groups, and families.

Skills

Effective Communication

Multitasking

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Detail Orientation

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

Supportive of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

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