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Clinic-Based Behavioral Health Therapist (LCSW or LPC-Camdenton/Osage Beach clinics)
Job detail
Clinic-Based Behavioral Health Therapist (LCSW or LPC-Camdenton/Osage Beach clinics)
Provide individual, group, and family counseling while managing patient intake, assessments, and treatment planning. Coordinate admissions and discharges and maintain detailed electronic health records for a diverse patient population.
Requirements summary
Must be a licensed LCSW or LPC in Missouri with a relevant college degree and a valid driver's license. Preference is given to candidates with 3 years of clinical experience in psychiatric or substance abuse settings.
We are expanding our team to serve the needs of our community in the Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri area! Central Ozarks Medical Center (COMC) is excited to announce an opening for a Behavioral Health Therapist (LCSW/LPC) for our Camdenton/Osage Beach Clinics! This position will be eligible to receive a $10,000 sign-on bonus after completing 90 days of full-time, active employment.
COMC is a Missouri non-profit, federally qualified health center that has served Pulaski, Laclede, Camden and Miller counties for over 40 years. Our goal is to provide the highest quality, affordable healthcare to the communities we serve. COMC is looking for a mission-driven team member who is comfortable working with patients with diverse backgrounds. Applicant must be a motivated, self-starter able to quickly adapt to new and changing conditions while maintaining a professional demeanor.
Responsibilities
The Clinical Therapist (LCSW/LPC) must have the ability to cultivate positive and productive therapeutic relationships with patients while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. Must be self-motivated; possess strong time-management and organizational skills; and have the ability to manage a high volume of client interactions. Strong verbal and written communication skills, exceptional interpersonal instincts, and ability to function effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced, intense work environment are critical. Must be a problem solver with a positive attitude; open to receiving feedback; enjoys leading group counseling sessions when required; and has success working with diverse populations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Perform Intake/Assessments. Assist in coordination of admissions and discharge requirements with patient, family and staff
Complete detailed charting of progress notes, daily, within the COMC electronic health record
Provide counseling to individuals, groups and families
Develop and complete patient treatment planning, reviews and case management
Provide pre-certification of services to managed care companies
Conduct psycho-educational and process group therapy for program participants
Incorporate patient’s family and significant other in treatment planning
Be responsible for managing patients ongoing treatment and assessing outcome
Attend clinical and administrative meetings as required
Must be able to work flexible hours Qualifications Requirements
Must be a licensed LCSW or LPC in the state of Missouri. High capability to work with Microsoft Office programs and email. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to pass background checks.
Benefits
Sign-on Bonus
Education and/or experience: A relevant college degree is required. Preferably 3 years’ experience in a clinical setting serving patients suffering with psychiatric, substance abuse and/or co-existing disorders in an Intensive Outpatient program. Must be experienced in conducting and managing group therapy sessions. A confident, dynamic, imaginative presenter is needed. Experienced in treating patients individually or in a group setting.
Language
Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills required. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, public groups and/or clients.
Mathematical
Skills: Ability to work with accounting and billing concepts.
Reasoning
Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Demonstrates high levels of responsibility and decision making ability as it relates to clinical judgment and adherence to agency policies/ procedures.
Other
Skills and
Abilities: Ethical conduct, strategic thinking and decision making. Strong training and instructing skills. Strong professional etiquette and excellent customer service skills.
In addition, we look for:
Dependability
AND
RELIABILITY: Performs all duties and assignments whether or not supervision is present.
Communication
SKILLS: Expresses ideas, information, and instruction in a positive and effective manner.
TEAMWORK and
COOPERATION: Works cooperatively with coworkers and supervisor. Acts as an effective team member with other employees through cooperation.
JUDGMENT: Makes reasonable and appropriate decisions.
ADAPTABILITY: Readily and effectively adjusts to changing ideas and activities.
ROLE
MODELING: Acts as a good role model for other employees.
CREATIVITY: Shows imagination and innovation in solving problems.
ATTENDANCE: Reliably reports for work as scheduled, attends
COMC meetings and events
SAFETY: Follows all safety rules and works in a safe manner.
PRODUCTIVITY: Produces an acceptable amount of work, of sufficient quality in an appropriate amount of time.
Physical
Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This includes moderate physical effort consisting of occasionally lifting or moving over 35 pounds of weight.
Travel
Requirement: To fulfill the responsibility of the position travel to all COMC locations will be required. Employee should have valid Missouri driver’s license. Overnight travel may also be required in specific incidences of training, conferences, etc.
About
COMC: Central Ozarks Medical Center has been providing quality health care in Central Missouri since 1979. Central Ozarks Medical Center’s staff members are committed to leading the way to healthier communities. COMC offers a wide range of services based on the needs of the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on offering high quality healthcare regardless of insurance status. Our Mission COMC is committed to leading the way to healthier communities by reducing barriers to care, ensuring access for all, and creating a positive working environment of engaged team members with a shared goal. Our Values At COMC, we use the following strategically anchored values to guide all our actions:
Selfless
Service:
We lead by example
Approachable:
We communicate openly
Resilient:
We enable and
Inspire
Passionate:
We promote community
Responsive:
We take action
Resourceful: We collaborate
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Knowledge of, and compliance with, HIPAA and 340B regulations is required. Confidentiality of patient information is mandatory. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Hours are flexible as approved by the Chief Behavioral Health Officer. I have read the above job description and agree to perform the responsibilities as described above. I understand that this job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills and responsibilities required of personnel.
