What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Specialist - East Paris position at Saint Joseph Mercy Health System?
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Serves as a professional behavioral health provider embedded in primary care and specialty settings. Is responsible for providing
behavioral health services to assist patient and their support systems in managing mental health conditions and related psychosocial
problems more effectively. Services include assessment, screening, treatment planning, crisis intervention, provision of short-term,
brief therapy, referral, consultation, behavioral care management and advocacy. Collaborates with other members of the health care
team or community-based services as needed to improve client access and provide continuous, comprehensive, and affordable health
care. Practices following the Code of Ethics of the National Association of Social Workers.
Job Title: Ambulatory Behavioral Health Specialist
Location: East Paris Primary Care
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: Day Shift
Why Trinity Health?
The Ambulatory Behavioral Health Specialist is a key clinical resource responsible for delivering evidence-based behavioral health services to patients in an ambulatory setting. This role provides individual, family, and group therapy, clinical assessments, care coordination, and referrals. The specialist works closely with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and ensure compassionate, culturally responsive care.
Key Responsibilities:
Education
Apply today to join a mission-focused team committed to behavioral health excellence.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Serves as a professional behavioral health provider embedded in primary care and specialty settings. Is responsible for providing
behavioral health services to assist patient and their support systems in managing mental health conditions and related psychosocial
problems more effectively. Services include assessment, screening, treatment planning, crisis intervention, provision of short-term,
brief therapy, referral, consultation, behavioral care management and advocacy. Collaborates with other members of the health care
team or community-based services as needed to improve client access and provide continuous, comprehensive, and affordable health
care. Practices following the Code of Ethics of the National Association of Social Workers.
Job Title: Ambulatory Behavioral Health Specialist
Location: East Paris Primary Care
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: Day Shift
Why Trinity Health?
- Day 1 benefits – comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 403(b) with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Supportive, mission-driven environment
- Trinity Health offers DailyPay for eligible colleagues
The Ambulatory Behavioral Health Specialist is a key clinical resource responsible for delivering evidence-based behavioral health services to patients in an ambulatory setting. This role provides individual, family, and group therapy, clinical assessments, care coordination, and referrals. The specialist works closely with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and ensure compassionate, culturally responsive care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver direct clinical services including psychotherapy, assessments, and care planning
- Utilize evidence-based interventions tailored to individual and family needs
- Coordinate care with primary care providers and interdisciplinary teams
- Document clinical notes, assessments, and progress in the EMR with accuracy and timeliness
- Assist patients and families in identifying and accessing community resources
- Provide culturally competent and trauma-informed care
- Engage in collaborative treatment planning and problem-solving
- May provide bilingual services if applicable
- Maintain compliance with all regulatory and ethical standards of clinical practice
- Participate in professional development and quality improvement initiatives
Education
- Required: Master’s degree from an accredited program in Clinical Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology.
- Required:
- Limited Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LLMSW) with clinical designation, or
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or
- Limited Licensed Psychologist (LLP).
- Preferred:
- Fully Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LMSW) with clinical designation, or
- Fully Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or
- Limited Licensed Psychologist (LLP) with Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) certification.
- Required: Minimum of 2 years in healthcare social work or counseling/psychotherapy.
- Preferred: 2 years of experience in an ambulatory healthcare setting.
Apply today to join a mission-focused team committed to behavioral health excellence.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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