Clinical Mental Health Professional

The Clinical Mental Health Professional utilises clinical expertise to perform psychosocial assessments, develop and implement plans of care, assess crisis situations, and provide family and individual treatment.

This position works collaboratively with patients, significant others, families, healthcare providers, insurers, community resources, and other involved parties.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat various mental, emotional, and behavioural disorders, modifying care plans to reflect changes in patient status.
• Refer patients to other services to improve their well-being, such as community services, treatment programs, support groups, psychiatrists, or other mental health providers.
• Develop a discharge plan with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
• Organise and prioritise daily work by assessing new, current, and discharging patient needs.
• Perform behavioural health consultations, conduct psychosocial assessments, and provide supportive, crisis, bereavement, and other behavioural health interventions as necessary.
• Educate, communicate, and coordinate with multiple patient care teams and outside agencies to ensure quality care and a timely discharge.

Requirements

• Master's degree in social work or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Current state licensure as LCSW, LMFT, CMHC/LPC/LCPC, LMFT, or Psychologist.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer skills, including email and word processing.

Bonus Details

• A $2500.00 sign-on bonus is offered to external candidates.

Credentialing Process

• This role requires up to a 60-90 day credentialing process, which selected candidates must complete before starting.

Benefits

• A generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness.