The Behavioral Health Specialist

• Non•Licensed works within an Integrated Model of Care designed to treat behavioral health patients utilizing a short-term therapy model within a primary care setting.

Essential Job Functions Accountable for the provision of social work/therapy services in collaboration within the Primary Care Offices as well as virtually or telephonically. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to, psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, individual therapy, admission coordination, utilization review, and the provision of liaison services within the community. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of the interdisciplinary treatment team. Ongoing assessment, evaluation and treatment planning from admission to discharge. Demonstrates applicable knowledge of admission criteria, pre

• certification and continued stay authorization process for all managed care companies.

Ability to successfully resolve denials and appeals. Demonstrates effective verbal, nonverbal and written communication skills including documentation according to established standards while maintaining patient confidentiality. Ability to develop professional relationships and collaboration with community agencies. Provides effective one-to-one therapeutic interventions with patients and family, facilitates group therapy and provides appropriate therapeutic interventions. Demonstrates knowledge of productivity standards and consistently maintains them. Other duties as assigned. Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]

Required Qualifications/Experience:

Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work or Counseling Two years of experience in behavioral health Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice. Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience:

Knowledge of chemical dependency. Experience in Healthcare setting.

License, Certification & Clearances:

AHA CPR and Act 33/73 Clearances Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.). Travel may be expected locally between System locations. Equal Employment Opportunity Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Disclaimer This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Work Environment Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential

• Absolute Necessity. Marginal
• Minimal Necessity. Constantly
• 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently
• 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally
• 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely
• Less than 0.

25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Extreme Heat X Extreme Cold X Heights X Confined Spaces X Extreme Noise(>85dB) X Mechanical Hazards X Use of Vibrating Tools X Operates Vehicle (company) X Operates Heavy Equipment X Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices X Rotates All Shifts X 8 Hours Shifts X 10-12 Hours Shifts X On-Call X Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk) X Travel Between Sites X Direct Patient Care X Respirator Protective Equipment X Eye Protection X Head Protection (hard hat) X Hearing Protection X Hand Protection X Feet, Toe Protection X Body Protection X Latex Exposure X Solvent Exposure X Paint (direct use) Exposure X Dust (sanding) Exposure X Ethylene Oxide Exposure X Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure X Blood/Body Fluid Exposure X Chemicals (direct use) Exposure X Mist Exposure X Wax Stripper (direct use) X Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure X Ionizing Radiation Exposure X Laser Exposure X Physical Demands When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential

• Absolute Necessity. Marginal
• Minimal Necessity. Constantly
• 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently
• 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally
• 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely
• Less than 0.

25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Bending (Stooping) X Sitting X Walking X Climbing Stairs X Climbing Ladders X Standing X Kneeling X Squatting (Crouching) X Twisting/Turning X Keyboard/Computer Operation X Gross Grasp X Fine Finger Manipulation X Hand/Arm Coordination X Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) X Carry X Transfer/Push/Pull Patients X Seeing Near w/Acuity X Feeling (Sensation) X Color Vision X Hearing Clearly X Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead X Reaching Above Shoulder Level X Reaching Forward X Lifting Floor to Knuckle <25LBS Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle <25LBS Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder <25LBS Lifting Shoulder to Overhead <25LBS When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.