What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Clinician position at Eklego?
Job Description
Job Description
Eklego is proud to be assisting Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio , with their search for a Behavioral Health Clinician for LSS Health Center in Columbus, OH. Come be a part of one of the largest non-for-profits in Central Ohio where their Mission of Service is put into action every day , by creating a better world by serving people in need.
What will I do in this role as the Behavioral Health Clinician?
- Participates in the support and implementation of effective and quality behavioral health and case management services to be provided to the clients of the health center
- Deliver individualized, integrated mental health services that address the holistic needs of clients experiencing mental health disorders, serious mental illness, dual diagnosis, and / or substance use issues.
- Establish services based on health intervention screening tools, including, but not limited to the PHQ-2, PHQ-9, SBIRT, etc.
- Ensure prompt delivery of strength-based therapeutic services, including the development of individualized treatment plans for clients regarding behavioral health and / or recovery needs
- Foster coordination among supportive services, medical, vision, dental, and psychiatric staff, as needed, to ensure the delivery of client-focused, integrated health care
- Ensure linkage and referral to a vast array of community resources that will provide long-term support for individuals
- Provide and / or interpret initial diagnostic biopsychosocial assessment
- Determine behavior health needs utilizing appropriate screening tools such as ASAM level of care, GAD, AUDIT-C, etc.
- Coordinate and link clients with appropriate substance use disorder treatment and / or mental health services
- Develop treatment plan based on diagnosis
- Maintain clear and precise documentation including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and other related clinical documentation.
- Travel within the community to provide community based services.
- Provide ongoing clinical services, such as individual psychotherapy, group facilitation, and case management by using evidence-based therapy modalities including, but not limited to, MI, CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care
- Participate in weekly team huddles to conduct case reviews of clients enrolled in the medication-assisted treatment (MAT) program
- Assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation by providing leadership and by modeling professional and calm problem-solving behavior for clients, colleagues, and the community.
- In conjunction with the Director of Clinical and Supportive Services, provide supervision to student interns to enhance their educational experience by providing quality field instruction while also benefiting Lutheran Social Services of Ohio programs and fulfill learning agreements with institutions of higher learning.
- Contribute to an atmosphere of safety, sanctuary, dignity, support, and resource through adherence to the Lutheran Social Services of Ohio and Faith Mission Code of Ethics, Confidentiality Agreements, and HIPAA requirements.
What do I need for this role with Lutheran Social Services?
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