FLSA Exempt

Full-time, Benefits-eligible Option for 4/10 or 5/8 workweek
Salary DOE DOQ
Benefits include company paid health plan for employees, dependent coverage available; dental and vision plans; company paid life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life/AD&D insurance; 403b retirement with 4% company match after one year; paid vacation, sick, and holidays; loan repayment through NHSC available for qualified personnel; collaborative, team-based care model; excellent work/life balance
Candidate review begins 4/7/2023 - position open until filled.

Integrity and Trust

Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct and truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn’t misrepresent themselves for personal gain.

Adheres to the Mission and Vision of the SWMTCHC during both good and bad times; is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of the SWMTCHC mission and vision; acts in line with the values of the mission.

Understands and supports the team approach; is seen as team player and is cooperative; easily gains the trust and support of peers; encourages collaboration; can be candid with peers; fosters open dialogue; creates a feeling of belonging to the team.

Under the direction of the Director of Behavioral Health, provides behavioral health services to a diverse patient population. The Behavioral Health Provider (BHP) will understand and model the mission of SWMTCHC. The BHP will understand behavioral health integration and practice the clinic’s policy on confidentiality as it applies to all clinic information, exhibit professional behavior in all facets of work at SWMTCHC, and will exhibit teamwork with all SWMTCHC staff. 

• Knowledge of Behavioral Health Interventions in an integrated behavioral health model and evidenced-based treatments for mental health conditions
• Experience with primary models used including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, problem-solving therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and behavioral activation
• Understanding of human development (child development, life stages) 
• Working knowledge of psycho-pharmacology.
• Experience in proving psycho-education to individuals or groups of people 
• Comfort working with both youth and adults
• Ability to use a personal computer including Microsoft Office Suite, Electronic Health Record, etc.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team

• Work in collaboration with the patient’s primary care provider and on-site psychiatric provider when appropriate
• Engage patients in brief therapy interventions for a variety of mental and physical health conditions 
• Conduct suicide assessments and make recommendations to medical providers and patients, determining if Crisis Response Services are appropriate for patient safety
• Provide behavioral health services to both youth and adults that are patients of the health clinic
• Attend team huddles and communicate regularly with the care team
• Work in conjunction with the primary care team in developing care plans and goal setting
• Teach patients, families and staff prevention and intervention techniques
• Be aware of community resources and make referrals as appropriate
• Educate patients, family members and community resource persons regarding mental illness, wellness, medication and related issues
• Attend and participate in all required meetings 
• Must follow Code of Ethics established by his or her professional licensing group 
• Model the mission of the SWMTCHC, be a person of integrity and trust and be a team player in all facets of the job 
• Understand and support the team approach 
• Able to write clearly and concisely in a variety of settings and styles and complete documentation within 3 days of encounter
• Understands necessary information to communicate in written format regarding patient care
• Develop and facilitate group therapy as appropriate
• Participates in continuous quality improvement activities
• Remains current with standards of mental and behavioral health practice
• Other duties as assigned

• Master’s Degree in Social Work – LCSW preferred 
• Minimum of two years’ experience working in a medical clinic, behavioral health clinic, or school setting preferred
• Previous experience working in a team setting or integrated behavioral health model is preferred

• Current Montana Licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or in-training license. Clinical supervision will be provided if needed.