Behavioral Therapist (School Based Clinics)

Job Description

Excellent work / life balance. No nights. Student Loan Repayment and Days off for CEU trainings.

Imagine providing therapy in an environment where your patients have easy access to adult and pediatric primary care , women’s health , dental, psychiatric, and pharmacy services . At HealthFirst Bluegrass, your patients and their families will have the opportunity to benefit from all of our services in the same location . If this innovative model sounds ideal, then, HealthFirst Bluegrass could be the place you have been looking for!

We are seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Professional to become a member of our diverse care team! In this role, you will work as a behavioral health therapist in a school based clinic.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of Behavioral and Mental Health clients.
• Develop effective treatment plans, that include specific goals to be met and timeline for meeting goals
• Assist clients in achieving established self-management goals
• Evaluate crisis situations and apply appropriate interventions or referrals if needed
• Actively participate in meetings that support an integrated Medical / Mental Health care model to provide comprehensive care for clients
• Assist in the detection of “at risk” patients and development of plans to prevent further psychological or physical deterioration.
• Assist in the management of chronic disease by working with patients in self-management of chronic diseases
• Refer patients for other treatment when objective progress in patient’s condition cannot be documented
• Provide trainings for staff and / or families on Behavioral Health issues as needed
• Must comply with HIPAA, HITECH, and Part II regulations.
• Other duties as assigned

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