Behavioral Health Specialist, LMSW
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Serves as a professional behavioral health provider embedded in primary care and speciality 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.
Position Title:
Behavioral Resource Specialist
Position
Summary:
Serves as an integral member of the assigned Mercy Health Partners primary and specialty outpatient clinical care teams within the role of mid-level provider. Responsible for the provision of mental health services, case management support, staff consultation and training, and community education and outreach. Focus of duties will vary depending on academic training, experience and needs of the clinic/patients.
What the Behavioral Resource Specialist will need:
EducationMinimum:
Accredited Master's level program in clinical social work.Credentials/LicensureMinimum:
Licensed by the Michigan Board of Social Work as a Limited Licensed Master's Social Worker with clinical designation.Preferred:
Fully licensed by the Michigan Board of Social Work as a Licensed Master's Social Worker with clinical designation and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor certification.Related ExperienceMinimum:
Two years of experience in health care social work and/or counseling/psychotherapy.Preferred:
Two years of experience in health care social work and/or counseling/psychotherapy in an ambulatory setting.Other Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesMinimum:
Interpersonal skills necessary to provide counseling and interact effectively with clients, families, and colleagues. Use of evidence-based clinical interventions at the individual, family, and group levels. Analytic skills to assess client needs, develop treatment plans, and provide sound advice and guidance. Knowledge of and ability to work with a broad range of cultural diversity.Effective psychotherapy skills; strong report writing/documentation skills; ability to manage a variety of tasks and problems at the same time; high level of initiative and ability to self-direct to solve problems; ability to work collaboratively with peers in a similar role.Position may require bilingual Spanish ability.Preferred:
Strong knowledge of community resources for patients and their familiesComputer CompetencyFamiliarity with standard desktop and windows based computer system, including email, e-learning, intranet and computer navigation. Ability to use other software required to perform essential functions.Physical/MentalMinimum:
Ability to work with a high level of activity, distractions, and numerous interruptions. Multiple assignments often need to be prioritized daily. Sitting for long periods of time. Ability to walk requests/reports around to other locations in or near the hospital complex. Some travel required for work-related meetings. Ability to bend, stoop and reach above head, lift, and carry. Requires fine motor skills. Extensive use of keyboard, repetitive tasks of typing and phone use. Long periods of listening to phone calls. Ability to coordinate work so deadlines are met. Requires flexibility in work hours. Ability to troubleshoot variety of problems. Ability to lift up to a maximum of 35lbs. and perform push/pull tasks requiring a maximum force of 35 lbs. Ability to physically operate safe patient movement equipment in compliance with the Safe Patient Movement Policy.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteranEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Serves as a professional behavioral health provider embedded in primary care and speciality 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.
Position Title:
Behavioral Resource Specialist
Position
Summary:
Serves as an integral member of the assigned Mercy Health Partners primary and specialty outpatient clinical care teams within the role of mid-level provider. Responsible for the provision of mental health services, case management support, staff consultation and training, and community education and outreach. Focus of duties will vary depending on academic training, experience and needs of the clinic/patients.
What the Behavioral Resource Specialist will need:
EducationMinimum:
Accredited Master's level program in clinical social work.Credentials/LicensureMinimum:
Licensed by the Michigan Board of Social Work as a Limited Licensed Master's Social Worker with clinical designation.Preferred:
Fully licensed by the Michigan Board of Social Work as a Licensed Master's Social Worker with clinical designation and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor certification.Related ExperienceMinimum:
Two years of experience in health care social work and/or counseling/psychotherapy.Preferred:
Two years of experience in health care social work and/or counseling/psychotherapy in an ambulatory setting.Other Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesMinimum:
Interpersonal skills necessary to provide counseling and interact effectively with clients, families, and colleagues. Use of evidence-based clinical interventions at the individual, family, and group levels. Analytic skills to assess client needs, develop treatment plans, and provide sound advice and guidance. Knowledge of and ability to work with a broad range of cultural diversity.Effective psychotherapy skills; strong report writing/documentation skills; ability to manage a variety of tasks and problems at the same time; high level of initiative and ability to self-direct to solve problems; ability to work collaboratively with peers in a similar role.Position may require bilingual Spanish ability.Preferred:
Strong knowledge of community resources for patients and their familiesComputer CompetencyFamiliarity with standard desktop and windows based computer system, including email, e-learning, intranet and computer navigation. Ability to use other software required to perform essential functions.Physical/MentalMinimum:
Ability to work with a high level of activity, distractions, and numerous interruptions. Multiple assignments often need to be prioritized daily. Sitting for long periods of time. Ability to walk requests/reports around to other locations in or near the hospital complex. Some travel required for work-related meetings. Ability to bend, stoop and reach above head, lift, and carry. Requires fine motor skills. Extensive use of keyboard, repetitive tasks of typing and phone use. Long periods of listening to phone calls. Ability to coordinate work so deadlines are met. Requires flexibility in work hours. Ability to troubleshoot variety of problems. Ability to lift up to a maximum of 35lbs. and perform push/pull tasks requiring a maximum force of 35 lbs. Ability to physically operate safe patient movement equipment in compliance with the Safe Patient Movement Policy.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteranEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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