Behavioral Health ConsultantLicensed Therapist (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, LCAC) 10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Fort Wayne, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 6 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Duties/Responsibilities:

Below are the primary duties and essential functions of an employee in this position. While not all tasks may be performed by every employee in this role all employees are expected to perform related tasks as needed. These essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Maintain a visible presence to the medical providers during clinic operating hours.
Available for same day and scheduled initial consultations with patients referred by medical providers.
Assess patients and diagnose mental health and/or substance use disorders.ââ
Create a treatment plan for patients based on the needs of the individual.ââ
Conduct brief intervention sessions with patients with/without their families to work towards goals in treatment.â
Performs brief limited follow-up visits for selected patients.
Referpatients to other healthcare professionals when necessary.ââ
Work with familymembers as needed as part of treatment for the patient.ââ
Work with any patients in crisis situations evaluaterisk andinitiateappropriateresponseto promote patient safety.â
Complete CSSRS CALM and Safety Planning or other crisis tools and link to or provide necessary services that may include but are not limited to IPH admission crisis planning referral.ââ
Complete mental health and substance use evaluations for IPH discharged patientshigh risk patients critical care patients and patients referred from psychiatric inpatient facilities outside Bowen Health and other patients as needed and link them to necessary services.â
Attend all required clinical supervision sessions and staff meetings.â
Provide counseling services using evidenced based practices within CSO-approved clinical scope of practice and complete required documentation of servicesrendered.â
Practice measurement-based care by the routine use of approved patient outcome measures.ââ
Practice in full alignment with Bowen Health and professional trade association ethics codes including but not limited to maintaining strong appropriate provider-patient boundaries and avoiding dual relationships.ââ
Maintain credentials with all applicable managed care contracts by completing the necessary paperwork and continuing education and returning it ona timelyâ
Communicate effectively with primary care providersregarding patient needs.ââ
Develop understanding and use of basic medical terminology.â
Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Occupational Exposure Risk Classification: The normal work routine involves minimal exposure to blood body fluids or tissues.
The normal work routine has a minimal ergonomic risk for repetitive motion impairment.
The position may require a minimal amount of physical exertion (bending lifting twisting) in the work area.

Required Qualifications:

Education:Masters level degree in psychology or related field Ph.D. or PsyD from an accredited college or university.
Certificate or Professional Licensure:
LCAC LMFT LMHC LCSW or HSPP licensure and ability to practice in Indiana is required.
CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) - certification must be obtained after hire and prior to providing direct patient care. This certification must be maintained and kept current through employment.
BLS (Basic Life Support) and First Aid - certification must be obtained after hire and prior to providing direct patient care. This certification must be maintained and kept current through employment.
Experience: Prefer minimum 2 years of work experience related to crisis work (risk assessment evaluations including suicidal and homicidal risk psychotic symptoms crisis evaluation tools such as CSSRS and crisis plans voluntary/involuntary admissions to IPH).âMust have class work related to family dynamics growth and development normative development childhood disorders syndromes and pathologies and age-appropriate treatment techniques.âPreferred experience working with high-risk patients.ââPreferred experience working in an integrated care setting with a multidisciplinary team.ââ
Valid drivers license and active auto insurance coverage.
Satisfactory results from criminal and driving record background checks
Must be aminimum21years of age.

Promise of Equal OpportunityandFostering a Fair and Respectful Workplace:

Bowen Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive diverse and respectful workplace. We comply with all applicable laws including the ADA and OSHA regulations and provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Safety is a priority for all employees.

Bowen Health prohibits discrimination based on race color religion sex national origin age disability genetic information veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or other protected statuses. Bowen Health is dedicated to creating opportunities for all employees to thrive and support our mission of compassionate care.

Required Experience:

Contract

Duties/Responsibilities:Below are the primary duties and essential functions of an employee in this position. While not all tasks may be performed by every employee in this role all employees are expected to perform related tasks as needed. These essential functions must be performed with or without...

Duties/Responsibilities:

Maintain a visible presence to the medical providers during clinic operating hours.
Available for same day and scheduled initial consultations with patients referred by medical providers.
Assess patients and diagnose mental health and/or substance use disorders.ââ
Create a treatment plan for patients based on the needs of the individual.ââ
Conduct brief intervention sessions with patients with/without their families to work towards goals in treatment.â
Performs brief limited follow-up visits for selected patients.
Referpatients to other healthcare professionals when necessary.ââ
Work with familymembers as needed as part of treatment for the patient.ââ
Work with any patients in crisis situations evaluaterisk andinitiateappropriateresponseto promote patient safety.â
Complete CSSRS CALM and Safety Planning or other crisis tools and link to or provide necessary services that may include but are not limited to IPH admission crisis planning referral.ââ
Complete mental health and substance use evaluations for IPH discharged patientshigh risk patients critical care patients and patients referred from psychiatric inpatient facilities outside Bowen Health and other patients as needed and link them to necessary services.â
Attend all required clinical supervision sessions and staff meetings.â
Provide counseling services using evidenced based practices within CSO-approved clinical scope of practice and complete required documentation of servicesrendered.â
Practice measurement-based care by the routine use of approved patient outcome measures.ââ
Practice in full alignment with Bowen Health and professional trade association ethics codes including but not limited to maintaining strong appropriate provider-patient boundaries and avoiding dual relationships.ââ
Maintain credentials with all applicable managed care contracts by completing the necessary paperwork and continuing education and returning it ona timelyâ
Communicate effectively with primary care providersregarding patient needs.ââ
Develop understanding and use of basic medical terminology.â
Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Occupational Exposure Risk Classification: The normal work routine involves minimal exposure to blood body fluids or tissues.
The normal work routine has a minimal ergonomic risk for repetitive motion impairment.
The position may require a minimal amount of physical exertion (bending lifting twisting) in the work area.

Required Qualifications:

Education:Masters level degree in psychology or related field Ph.D. or PsyD from an accredited college or university.
Certificate or Professional Licensure:
LCAC LMFT LMHC LCSW or HSPP licensure and ability to practice in Indiana is required.
CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) - certification must be obtained after hire and prior to providing direct patient care. This certification must be maintained and kept current through employment.
BLS (Basic Life Support) and First Aid - certification must be obtained after hire and prior to providing direct patient care. This certification must be maintained and kept current through employment.
Experience: Prefer minimum 2 years of work experience related to crisis work (risk assessment evaluations including suicidal and homicidal risk psychotic symptoms crisis evaluation tools such as CSSRS and crisis plans voluntary/involuntary admissions to IPH).âMust have class work related to family dynamics growth and development normative development childhood disorders syndromes and pathologies and age-appropriate treatment techniques.âPreferred experience working with high-risk patients.ââPreferred experience working in an integrated care setting with a multidisciplinary team.ââ
Valid drivers license and active auto insurance coverage.
Satisfactory results from criminal and driving record background checks
Must be aminimum21years of age.

Promise of Equal OpportunityandFostering a Fair and Respectful Workplace:

Required Experience:

Contract

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students
Time Management
Acute Care
HTTPS
Speech Therapy
Assistive Technologies
Autism Experience
Pediatrics Experience
Home Care
Interpretation
Patient Service Experience
Phone Etiquette

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Bowen Center

Bowen Center, a non-profit mental health care services provider serving 27 counties in northern Indiana, is committed to making a difference in the lives of those we serve. Our professional team of psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, therapists and Substance Use Diso ... View more

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