Functions as a behavioral health clinician providing clinical services including diagnostic evaluation,  crisis intervention, and  short term therapy to adult population.  Coordinates care with and provides consultation to internal medicine providers and other behavioral health clinicians.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Assesses needs of patients upon receipt of referral from internal medicine department staff.
• Immediately contacts patient to assess clinical needs and determine appropriate intervention.
• Conducts risk assessments and facilitates appropriate disposition as needed.
• Delivers brief therapy services when clinically indicated (1-3 visits).
• Coordinates referrals to services outside of Atrius in conjunction with behavioral health care facilitator.
• Attends site BH staff meeting and internal medicine staff meetings as indicated.
• Participates in Integrated Behavioral Health workgroups.
• May supervise social work interns and post doctoral fellows.
• Completes all documentation according to Atrius standard.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• May supervise social work interns and post doctoral fellows.

EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in social work or mental health counseling.  Current LICSW or LMHC in good standing. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required. 

EXPERIENCE

Three years progressively autonomous experience with adult patients in behavioral health clinical setting. Experience as integrated therapist in medical practice group, individual therapy preferred but not required.

SKILLS

Demonstrated ability to assess patient needs, develop and implement a plan of care.  Excellent oral and written communication skills.  Strong interpersonal skills.  Ability to show high level of sensitivity to patient needs and concerns.  Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements.

HER REQUIREMENTS

Able to use all electronic tools and applications relevant to the performance of the duties of the position, including but not limited to phone, keyboard, computer and computer applications.

Performs all job functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, local and company policies and procedures.

Accesses only the minimum necessary protected health information (PHI) for the performance of job duties. Actively protects the confidentiality and privacy of all protected health information they access in all its forms (written, verbal, and electronic, etc.) taking reasonable precautions to prohibit unauthorized access. Complies with all Atrius Health and departmental privacy policies, procedures and protocols. Follows HIPAA privacy guidelines without deviation when handling protected health information.

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Busy office environment with frequent deadlines and interruptions.  Need to be able to respond to requests for immediate consultation.