Mental Health Clinician I - Behavioral Health Services

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Free Parking

Job summary

WakeMed Health & Hospitals in North Carolina is seeking a licensed mental health professional to provide in-person and telehealth assessments, crisis intervention, and treatment planning. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to determine disposition and level of care, including involuntary commitments when needed.

The role requires a Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy and licensure as an LMHC/LSW/LMFT Associate; no experience

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or MFT required.
• Licensure as LMHC Associate, LCSW Associate or LMFT Associate required.
• Experience with DSM-5/ICD-10 and risk assessment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct emergency psychiatric and substance use assessments.
• Provide crisis intervention and supportive counseling.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with patient goals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team on disposition and level of care.
• Document assessments, dispositions, and interactions per guidelines.
• Manage involuntary commitments and represent hospital at hearings.

Skills

DSM-5/ICD-10 knowledge

Crisis intervention

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Documentation

Independent work

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

MS in Counseling

MS in Psychology

MS in Social Work

MS in Marriage & Family Therapy

Job description

Overview

Provides mental health and substance use services in person or via telehealth. Conducts emergency psychiatric and substance use assessments, diagnoses using the DSM-5/ICD10 codes, and provides crisis intervention, supportive counseling, and social work interventions. Evaluates safety, patient engagement, and support system effectiveness. Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to determine and communicate disposition and level of care, including voluntary and involuntary commitments. Assists with diagnostic clarification, treatment recommendations, and risk mitigation. Advises patients, families, and providers to enhance care continuity. Participates in hospital and community mental health initiatives. Conducts biopsychosocial assessments and develops individualized treatment plans with patient-specific goals. Facilitates group therapy, creates safety plans, and ensures appropriate interventions. Tracks and manages involuntary commitments, including case tracking and representing the hospital in hearings. Maintains a working knowledge of relevant, behavioral health, medical and legal issues impacting hospital patients. Documents assessments, dispositions, interactions, and conversations per department guidelines and standards. Must be able to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time efficiently. Demonstrates a flexibility in accepting diverse work assignments, managing stress related to change and resolving conflicts effectively.

Department Description

Benefits/Highlights:

• Sign-On Bonus available for select positions
• Competitive Benefits Package
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Free Onsite Parking

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 Associate Or Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate Or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy Associate Required

Education

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

Experience

No Experience Required