What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric LICSW/LMHC position at Community Health Programs, Inc.?
Community Health Programs is a network of health centers and caring
professionals that provide outstanding primary and preventive care for
patients of all ages. What\'s truly unique to CHP is our broad spectrum
of support services that extend beyond medical and dental issues to
strengthen families and improve children\'s well-being. The region is a
federally designated rural community and a Medically Underserved
Population Area. Community Health Programs embraces its role as a
nonprofit health care provider and community partner. We are a leader in
the communities we serve by providing high quality healthcare, dental
services, wellness education and family support services. CHP outreach
provides free health screenings, insurance enrollment assistance as well
as information so people can learn how to take better care of themselves
and their families. Description Salary: \$58,400 - \$68,000 / year
Schedule: 32 hours/week Location: Hybrid role, located at Neighborhood
Health Center and/or Berkshire Pediatrics in Pittsfield, MA when
on-site. The Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician will provide
short-term therapy to patients within the context of a primary care
setting, addressing the patient\'s mental health and wellbeing in a
holistic framework. This person will work with both pediatric patients
(mostly adolescents) and adult patients, collaborating with primary care
providers and staff to provide goal-oriented, patient-centered care.
This person will support CHP\'s mission, vision, and values and will
adhere to compliance protocols as well as CHP\'s policies and
procedures. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Collaborate with
all members of the healthcare team in development of the Plan of
Treatment, including discharge plans, based on the psychosocial
assessment and accepted social work interventions. - Develop and
maintain thorough knowledge of referral resources throughout the service
area. - Adhere to all third party payer requirements. - Maintain
accurate and timely records, including clinical progress notes,
according to facility policy. - Provide positive customer relations in
Dealing With Patients, Families, Primary Care Providers And Other
members of the healthcare team, referral sources, services agencies and
others. - Stay current on relevant therapeutic interventions, research,
and trends in the field through use of Continuing Education time. -
Adhere to all department/facility policies, including attending clinical
supervisions and case consultations. Competencies: To perform the job
successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following
competencies: - Behave ethically and professionally. - Demonstrate
excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing. - Work with
diverse populations. - Collaborate well with others. - Develop care
Plans For Patients In Different Developmental Stages. Essential Skills
and Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must
be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements
listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability
required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
With Disabilities To Perform The Essential Functions. - Education
Master\'s degree in Social Work - License: LICSW or LMHC professional
license per MA state law - Experience: One (1) year full time EOE
Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, national ori View or apply for
[Open Positions at CHP
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professionals that provide outstanding primary and preventive care for
patients of all ages. What\'s truly unique to CHP is our broad spectrum
of support services that extend beyond medical and dental issues to
strengthen families and improve children\'s well-being. The region is a
federally designated rural community and a Medically Underserved
Population Area. Community Health Programs embraces its role as a
nonprofit health care provider and community partner. We are a leader in
the communities we serve by providing high quality healthcare, dental
services, wellness education and family support services. CHP outreach
provides free health screenings, insurance enrollment assistance as well
as information so people can learn how to take better care of themselves
and their families. Description Salary: \$58,400 - \$68,000 / year
Schedule: 32 hours/week Location: Hybrid role, located at Neighborhood
Health Center and/or Berkshire Pediatrics in Pittsfield, MA when
on-site. The Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician will provide
short-term therapy to patients within the context of a primary care
setting, addressing the patient\'s mental health and wellbeing in a
holistic framework. This person will work with both pediatric patients
(mostly adolescents) and adult patients, collaborating with primary care
providers and staff to provide goal-oriented, patient-centered care.
This person will support CHP\'s mission, vision, and values and will
adhere to compliance protocols as well as CHP\'s policies and
procedures. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Collaborate with
all members of the healthcare team in development of the Plan of
Treatment, including discharge plans, based on the psychosocial
assessment and accepted social work interventions. - Develop and
maintain thorough knowledge of referral resources throughout the service
area. - Adhere to all third party payer requirements. - Maintain
accurate and timely records, including clinical progress notes,
according to facility policy. - Provide positive customer relations in
Dealing With Patients, Families, Primary Care Providers And Other
members of the healthcare team, referral sources, services agencies and
others. - Stay current on relevant therapeutic interventions, research,
and trends in the field through use of Continuing Education time. -
Adhere to all department/facility policies, including attending clinical
supervisions and case consultations. Competencies: To perform the job
successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following
competencies: - Behave ethically and professionally. - Demonstrate
excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing. - Work with
diverse populations. - Collaborate well with others. - Develop care
Plans For Patients In Different Developmental Stages. Essential Skills
and Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must
be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements
listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability
required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
With Disabilities To Perform The Essential Functions. - Education
Master\'s degree in Social Work - License: LICSW or LMHC professional
license per MA state law - Experience: One (1) year full time EOE
Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, national ori View or apply for
[Open Positions at CHP
Berkshires](https://chpberkshires.org/apply-for-a-job/){target="_blank"
rel="noopener noreferrer"}
Salary : $58,400 - $68,000