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Beth Israel Lahey Health

Clinician (LICSW/LMHC), Primary Care (Spanish speaking, bilingual)

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Clinician (LICSW/LMHC), Primary Care (Spanish speaking, bilingual) Join the growing Beth Israel Lahey Health team. You’ll work as an embedded Behavioral Health Clinician in a Primary Care practice, bridging the gap between physical and mental wellness.

Job Type:

Regular Time Type:

Part time Work Shift:

Day (United States of America) FLSA Status:

Exempt

Sign on bonus up to $3000 for independently licensed clinicians (pro-rated for part time)

Location:

Jamaica Plain Primary Care Practice Schedule:

Part-time (24 hours/week, Monday-Friday, daytime hours)

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)

Comprehensive Patient Assessment: Proactively review medical records and conduct thorough behavioral health evaluations to identify patient needs, assess for mental health disorders, and evaluate the continuum of substance use.

Evidence-Based Therapeutic Interventions: Provide brief treatment approaches, including CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Problem-Solving Therapy, Supportive Therapy, Behavioral Activation, and Psycho-Education.

Collaborative Treatment Planning: Partner with the primary care team to design and implement person-centered behavioral health treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments and patient goals.

Care Coordination & Resource Navigation: Conduct behavioral health screenings to determine appropriate levels of care, identify necessary community resources, and facilitate referrals.

Staff & Provider Education: Develop and deliver effective educational sessions and curricula on behavioral health and substance use topics for primary care staff and fellow providers.

Timely & Accurate Documentation: Complete all clinical documentation meticulously and within expected timeframes, adhering to all organizational policies and compliance standards.

Insurance Navigation: Maintain knowledge of, or demonstrate the ability to quickly learn, insurance standards for commercial plans and MassHealth products.

Professional Growth & Supervision: Actively participate in regular supervision sessions to discuss clinical cases, organizational developments, agency updates, and receive feedback for performance enhancement.

Building Key Relationships: Cultivate and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, patients, visitors, external providers, regulatory bodies, and the broader healthcare community.

Upholding Confidentiality: Strictly maintain patient confidentiality and protect all sensitive data in accordance with privacy regulations and organizational policies.

What You’ll Bring (Qualifications & Skills)

Education: A Master's degree in Social Work or another directly-related Human Service discipline.

Licensure: Current, unrestricted Massachusetts license as an Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) or a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).

Language: Spanish speaking highly preferred.

Collaborative Excellence: A proven ability to work effectively and harmoniously within a multidisciplinary team setting.

Communication Prowess: Strong, proactive verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse individuals.

Independent & Flexible: Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, manage time effectively, and adapt to the evolving needs of a primary care environment.

Patient-Centered Approach: A genuine passion for making a positive difference in the lives of the clients we serve.

Clinical Acumen: Solid understanding of evidence-based treatment modalities and their application in brief therapy models.

Why Join Our Team?

Impactful Role: Be a vital part of an innovative care model that significantly improves access to essential behavioral health services.

Supportive Environment: Work within a collaborative and supportive team dedicated to integrated patient well-being.

Professional Development: Benefit from regular supervision and opportunities for continued learning in a cutting-edge field.

Community Focus: Serve diverse patient populations at our established and respected primary care practices in Jamaica Plain.

As a health care organization, we require that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled.

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