Senior Behavioral Health Therapist (LICSW)

HealthFirst Bluegrass; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

SBC Lex Tradition Magnet in Lexington, KY seeks a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to provide Behavioral Health consultation across ages and families, improving psychosocial functioning.

Responsibilities include assessments, treatment planning, crisis evaluation, and collaboration in an integrated Medical/Behavioral Health care model. Ongoing licensure maintenance and HIPAA compliance are required.

Qualifications

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker with current Kentucky license.
• Minimum of 2 years direct clinical experience.
• Integrated medical care model experience preferred.
• Must maintain licensure board continuing education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of Behavioral and Mental Health clients.
• Develop treatment plans with specific goals and timelines.
• Assist clients in achieving self-management goals.
• Evaluate crisis situations and apply appropriate interventions or referrals.
• Participate in meetings supporting an integrated Medical/Behavioral Health care model.
• Assist in detecting at-risk patients and develop prevention plans.
• Assist in chronic disease management through patient self-management.
• Refer patients for other treatment when progress is not documented.
• Provide trainings for staff and/or families on Behavioral Health issues.
• Comply with HIPAA, HITECH, and Part II regulations.

Skills

Word processing

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Clinical assessment

HIPAA/HITECH knowledge

Education

LCSW Kentucky license

Job description

SBC Lex Tradition Magnet in Lexington, KY seeks a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to provide Behavioral Health consultation across ages and families, improving psychosocial functioning.

Responsibilities include assessments, treatment planning, crisis evaluation, and collaboration in an integrated Medical/Behavioral Health care model. Ongoing licensure maintenance and HIPAA compliance are required.