Licensed Mental Health Professional

Family First Health is currently seeking a Full-time Licensed Mental Health Professional who is passionate about supporting patients across the lifespan—from age 5 through 100. 

We are seeking a candidate who is comfortable and experienced working with children ages 5–11, as this population represents a key component of the services provided. 

About Us:

Family First Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to building a healthy community by providing accessible, affordable, and comprehensive care. Serving patients in York, Adams, Lancaster, and Lebanon counties, we are committed to delivering compassionate health services to all who walk through our doors.

Position Overview:

As a Licensed Mental Health Professional, you will work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary Primary Care team to address the mental and behavioral health needs of patients. Your role will include:

• Providing brief (15–30 minute), real-time behavioral health interventions for primary care patients (ages 5 and up)
• Conducting assessments, evaluations, and short-term treatment as needed
• Focusing on pediatric patients, especially ages 5–11, for behavioral health support
• Coordinating referrals to specialty outpatient mental health providers when necessary
• Supporting the integration of behavioral health into the primary care setting

Qualifications:

• Licensed in the state of Pennsylvania as an LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or similar credential
• Experience working in a primary care, community health, or integrated care setting preferred
• Demonstrated comfort and clinical experience working with children, especially ages 5–11
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Passion for working in underserved communities

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides targeted evidence-based assessments and evaluations for behavioral health issues identified within the Primary Care Setting.
• Utilizes the G.A.T.H.E.R model of care
  • Generalist: The BHC works with patients of any age and any behavioral concern, from anxiety to tobacco use or parenting skills
  • Accessible: The BHC is available to help the primary care physician at all times during the workday, whether that entails a warm handoff, exchange patient care or provide a curbside consultation.
  • Team-Based: The BHC is part of the health care team and participates in medical meetings and huddles about patient care
  • Highly productive: High volume of patient care (i.e., 8-10 patients per day; 30 min. sessions)
  • Education: The BHC educates patients about health issues and is also a teacher and coach for the rest of the health team regarding patient’s psychosocial needs. The BHC supports the primary care physician to continue care of the patient
  • Routine: The BHC becomes a part of the clinic’s normal daily workflow, the BHC is an integrated part of the team and the normalization of behavioral health care destigmatizes the process of working with a behavioral health provider.
• Provides brief, point of care, solution focused interventions to Primary care clients to promote well-being and assist with implementation of treatment plans
• Provides skill building, coaching, and psychoeducation to enhance whole health
• Provides assessments to determine appropriate level of care and provide that feedback and recommendations to Primary Care team.
• Provides consultation to patients, Primary Care Providers and other members of the patient care team in a fast-paced environment. Consultations can be both formal and informal.
• Utilize screening and measurement tools to monitor patients response to care
• Provide advocacy and case management services for clients
• Maintains knowledge of community resources and coordinate refers out as appropriate
• Document and maintain electronic health record (EHR) and ancillary records in a manner that assures compliance with all agency policies, program procedures and local, state, and federal regulations. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation as required, associated with billing, assessment, treatment, client’s progress and other activities.
• Develop a comprehensive individualized treatment plan collaboratively with patients and Primary Care Provider to address biological, psychological and social aspects of wellness.
• Assist in crisis- situations as appropriate, following emergency protocols/procedures and coordinating with the treatment team with interventions, which support a trauma informed environment for clients and staff.
• Provide crisis intervention services to patients in order to minimize or eliminate periods of crisis and acute care utilization.
• Requires some travel between offices for various meetings and potential occasional evening work
• Demonstrates an ability to be flexible in workspace, meeting with patients in exam rooms as needed and station oneself in the clinical POD area.
• Meets performance standards for productivity, documentation and adherence to metrics
• Adhere to compliance, required laws and trainings, safety of property and staff, regulations,
  • I.e. Mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPAA, fire regulations
• Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and agency meetings.
• Complete all annual employee training requirements in order to understand how to conduct ethical work, for professional development, and stay in compliance
• Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Current CPR and Narcan certification  
• 2 years of clinical experience
• Experience working in a health care setting, preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Experience working with Electronic Health Records (EHRs)
• Knowledge of Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, Recovery and Illness Management practices
• Knowledge of computer software applications (Microsoft Office Applications, others)

• Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation as it relates to correspondence necessary to perform essential job functions
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to critically think which means the ability to think clearly and rationally about what to do or what to believe; understand logical connections between ideas; and identify, construct, and evaluate arguments
• Ability to set positive examples for team members through exceptional work performance including adherence to company policies and processes.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to work in, and respond appropriately to a demanding environment including crisis situations
• Ability to appropriately handle sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to communicate well and in a caring and supportive manner with individuals of all backgrounds.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately with strong attention to detail
• Ability to sort and file materials correctly by alphabetic or numeric systems
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, volunteers, and the public
• Ability to be organized, proactive in follow-up and follow-through, and to juggle multiple competing tasks
• Ability to adhere to all Family First Health’s policies, processes, and procedures, especially, Code of Conduct, Workplace Conduct, and the Remote/Telework Policy if indicated eligible to work remotely or telework.
• Ability to articulate and advocate Family First Health’s mission and values
• Ability to maintain required clearances and licensure.

The benefits of working for Family First Health include: 

· PTO Bank  

· Health, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, and Life Insurance 

· Competitive Salary 

· CME Time and Allowance 

· Paid Working Holidays 

· 403B Retirement Plan 

· Paid Malpractice Insurance (FTCA) 

· Student Loan Repayment Sponsor (Federal/State) 

· No weekend hours 

· Attention to work-life balance 

Working Hours are Monday- Friday between the hours of 8:00am – 6:00pm depending upon individual office need.