Behavioral Health Clinician (C&A) - Norcross Outpatient Center -Norcross, GA.

View Point Health

Job Title: Licensed, Behavioral Health Clinician 

Job Code: HCP051/Social Worker, Licensed 2

Shift: Full-Time (40 hours per week on average)

Job Hours: Times May Vary

Base Location: Norcross, GA.

Division/Department/Program: Norcross Outpatient Center

View Point Health proudly provides outpatient treatment to children, adolescents and adults. At the outpatient centers, we promote overall health and quality of life for individuals, youth and families through evidenced-based therapies and medication management to reduce the impact of mental illness, behavior challenges, and substance use.

Under general supervision, performs psychosocial assessments, treatment planning/monitoring and discharge planning. Provides counseling/therapy to clients requiring complex intervention. Performs commitment determinations and/or executes orders of involuntary commitments.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides comprehensive MH & SUD assessment services to C&A and adult clients seeking treatment services at the outpatient center. 
• Conducts Open Access Triage Screening & Assessments to existing and walk-in clients during office hours.  Conducts Intake/Biopsychosocial assessments for those requesting services and who meet eligibility criteria for MH/SUD services.
• Provides initial diagnosis (DSM-5); works with client to prepare a Treatment Plan based on assessment info, diagnoses, identified strengths, needs, preferences and resources to develop appropriate goals and objectives.  Provides reauthorizations/updates as needed, via state CONNECT system.
• Provides Crisis Intervention services: assesses level of risk & develops Safety Plan, Suicide Risk Assessment; Refers client to the appropriate level of care.
• Completes and submits requests for authorization required by client’s payer source or insurance plan.  If needed, initiates and submits 1013 and facilitates transfer to inpatient setting.
• Complete all required documentation (daily clinical notes, assessments, treatment plans) in an accurate and timely manner (agency standard 24 hrs).
• Participate in clinical supervision to increase competence and address any areas of needed improvement.
• Participates in on-call rotation to provide after-hours coverage, via phone.
• Completes annual training requirements as outlined by agency and/or supervisor.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Telehealth Services are available.  Must be licensed to practice in Georgia.

• Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in social work and counseling from an accredited college or university and eligibility to be licensed and two (2) years of supervised experience in the area of assignment or two years of experience at the lower level Social Worker, Licensed 1 (HCP050) or position equivalent.

Note: Some positions may require: associate or full licensure (LCSW/LPC/LMSW/LAPC) in the state of Georgia 

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Experience with Carelogic or other EHR/EMR
• At least one year of clinical experience working in Community Mental Health Care with SPMI, SUD &/or Co-Occurring Disorders
• Previous experience conducting assessments or working with clients experiencing mental health emergency (1013s)
• Georgia License as LCSW or LPC 
• Experience with CareLogic or other EMR 
• Is comfortable and proficient with collaborative & concurrent documentation.
• Experience in trauma-informed care, or trauma related interventions and skills.
• Spanish speaking, a BIG plus (but not required)

Requirements/Competencies:

• Must be able to lift 20 pounds.
• Requires long periods of sitting/standing.
• Must have valid Georgia driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record in accordance with company policy.
• Candidates for selection must pass a criminal background check (including fingerprinting).
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and subject to random drug screens.
• Any combination of training and experience, which would have enabled the applicant to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities Note: Some positions may require a valid driver's license.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits (for qualified employees):

• State Health Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, long-term care, legal services, flexible spending accounts)
• Company contributes 7.5% of salary to 401(a) Retirement Plan
• Generous PTO – plus 9 holidays per year – and a paid Cultural/Spiritual/Service Day!
• No employee deduction for Social Security – means more money in your paycheck!
• Additional benefits such as legal services, Employee Assistance Program and discounted tickets to attractions, shopping, technology, and travel
• Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Clinical supervision, training, and continuing education opportunities available.
• Flexible hours available, including telehealth from home!

View Point Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:  View Point Health recruits qualified candidates for positions in View Point Health programs throughout its service area. It is the policy of View Point Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.