LPC or LMSW Therapist

WESTERN WAYNE FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS

• 3.

6 Inkster, MI Job Details 18 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Vision insurance 403(b) Qualifications Computer operation Patient and family consultation Staff supervision Medical chart preparation Family counseling in health services social work Clinical crisis intervention assessment Informed consent Psychiatry Referral services for crisis intervention support Team supervision Behavioral psychological assessments LMSW Computer literacy Spreadsheets Maintaining patient confidentiality Curriculum design Health insurance plan information Employee relationship building Care documentation Clinical social history assessment Mid-level Community resource coordination in health services social work Individual psychological assessments Group work facilitation for social work Medical scheduling Insurance medical billing Mental health resources facilitation Clinical staff training Substance abuse counseling Practicing as a therapist supervisor

Full Job Description Purpose:

Responsible for providing individual, group and family therapy for both mental health and substance abuse treatment, the therapist participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning by developing an annual comprehensive psychosocial assessment and crisis intervention consultation. Provides individual and family counseling, makes referrals to external services, makes referrals for internal psychiatric services, and assists clients in identifying resources to meet their needs.

PART I:

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTION AND DUTIES WWFHC

promotes the growth and development of the behavioral health therapist position. This position is categorized in different levels from beginner to advanced development of behavioral health therapist in co-occurring treatment of mental health and substance abuse. As the therapist is assigned to a Level in providing services, he/she is also to assume the previous Levels duties and responsibilities. Level 1

• provides brief screeners, assists patients in completing consents to different treatment programs, assists patients in completing questionnaires, and provides brief care management services. Level 2
• conducts integrated biopsychosocial and psychiatric protocol, provides individual and family therapy, and participates in integrated huddles with care team. Level 3
• provides group therapy
• psycho educational and clinical groups, in addition to curriculum development. Level 4
• facilitates telepsych services at the clinic and in patient's homes, in addition communicating and coordinating with Wayne State Physicians Group in managing patient's psychiatric care. Level 5
• teaching and consultation, providing in
• house training and supervision in specific topics and areas of interests for behavioral health, substance abuse, and medical.

In addition, to providing clinical consultation and supervision for state licensure. Overall, specific functions and duties include but are not limited to: Provides individual, group and family therapy. Participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning. Develops an annual comprehensive psychosocial assessment. Provides crisis intervention consultation to all members of the team. Participates in the peer-review process for the therapist Provides pre-screening for depression, anxiety and other psychological disorders. Conducts individual and family counseling sessions with clients. Diagnose for psychological disorders. Conducts psycho-social assessment Provides case management Assists clients as they apply for health insurance Contacts social service agencies on behalf of clients to obtain services Makes referrals to other agencies and psychiatrist as appropriate. Manages patient appointments Schedule patients with psychiatrist and preps patient chart for visit Prepares documentation for patient files Completes electronic charting in EMR. Attends integrated meetings Completes superbills, electronic billing. Completes patient charts. Performs other duties as assigned.

Continuous Improvement:

Continuously looks for and suggests ways to improve. Effectively completes assignment to achieve the greatest benefits at acceptable cost. Implements improvements as appropriate. Demonstrates interest in own growth and development by: Periodically evaluating own performance. Demonstrating an awareness of personal abilities and limitations. Independently seeking means to make improvements. Attends and participates in in-services and continuing education programs Attends departmental meetings. Self•

Management:

Presents a positive image of Western Wayne Family Health Centers at all times. Carries out assignments with little need for direction. Timeliness. Maintains confidentiality. Provides proper notification of absence and tardiness. Works weekends and shifts when necessary.

PART II:

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE

Any fully licensed mental health professional, (i.e., LMSW, LPC) to provide mental health and/or behavioral health services in the State of Michigan with a minimum of two years experience. Limited Licensed Mental Health Professional who are in the process of obtaining full licensure within 6

• 12 months.
• Documentation is needed upon interview.

PART III

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS

AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of health care administration systems. Knowledge of governmental regulations and reimbursement requirements. Knowledge of computer, systems, and applications. Skilled in planning, organizing and supervising patient care. Skilled in exercising initiative, judgment, problem-solving, decision making. Skilled in developing and maintaining effective relationships with medical and administrative staff, patients and the general public Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and knowledge of other Microsoft Office programs Skilled with working in a complex work environment Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times and maintain organizationally appropriate relationships Knowledge of organization policies and procedures.

Benefits:

Medical Dental Vision STD LTD Flexible Spending Account 403B Retirement Lifestyle and quality of life uniqueness (M-F) Practice focuses on delivery of quality care (Federally Qualified Health Centers) Competitive Compensation Package WWFHC follows all federal and state mandates for employee health and safety. At this time, all employees are required to have both the primary series of COVID19 vaccines as well as any booster shots the person is eligible to receive. Exemptions may be made to this policy and are determined on a case-by-case basis if there are medical contraindications for vaccine or recognized religious beliefs prohibiting vaccinations. If received other vaccines, they may not qualify for exemptions. Exemptions must be requested and approved before first day of work. New employees who have not yet had the vaccine must be full vaccinated, or schedule to be vaccinated as soon as possible based on CDC guidelines. Weekly testing will be required if exemption is approved.