Northern Valley Indian Health
Behavioral Health Therapist - LCSW / LMFT or ASW / AMFT
Northern Valley Indian Health, Chico, California, us, 95976
Behavioral Health Therapist - LCSW / LMFT or ASW / AMFT
This position is based out of our Chico, Cohasset Rd. Women's Health Center location. This role will primarily serve patients with perinatal mood disorders.
Job Description The Behavioral Health Therapist provides culturally competent clinical services to a diverse caseload consisting of children, adults, couples, and families. Within an integrated healthcare setting, the therapist conducts screenings and assessments, implements evidence-based interventions, offers psycho‑education, engages in treatment planning, evaluates patient risk level, and submits referrals to ancillary services as needed. The therapist works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support patient treatment and care needs.
Responsibilities
Conduct initial assessment and administer required standardized screening tools.
Gather relevant information necessary to accurately diagnose and treat patients, such as mental status exam; functional impairments; behavioral health, substance use, and trauma history; patient strengths and potential barriers to accessing services.
Join with patients to develop individualized treatment plans aimed at addressing identified mental health symptoms of concern and presenting problems.
Employ culturally competent, trauma‑informed best practices during psychotherapy.
Make essential referrals and connections to community resources through care coordination and by helping patients prioritize needs.
Support in warm handoff and provide crisis intervention/emotional stabilization for patients when need is identified by other department providers.
Document patient encounters within Electronic Health Record in accordance with compliance requirements and NVIH procedures (laws, regulations, ethical standards).
Participate constructively in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities within the Department, such as peer review, staff meetings and case conferencing.
Maintain caseload of patients; coordinate with receptionist staff regarding daily schedule; and meet or exceed department productivity standards.
Establish trust and rapport to develop and sustain professional relationships with patients, providers, and partners.
Other duties as assigned.
All NVIH Employees Are Expected To
Provide the highest possible level of service to patients.
Promote teamwork and cooperative effort among employees.
Maintain safe practices.
Abide by NVIH's policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Must hold a current license or registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (LCSW, LPCC, LMFT, ACSW, APCC, AMFT).
Experience with crisis counseling and working with adults, children and families in an outpatient setting desired.
Has demonstrated the ability to work with diverse populations (experience working with Native Americans is desirable).
Two (2) years of therapy experience desired.
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrates understanding of age‑related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served, adapting style, treatment and plan accordingly.
Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong organizational, problem‑solving and analytical skills.
Ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, protocols, and to make timely and sound decisions.
Works independently under limited supervision, prioritizes work assignments.
Reliable transportation and ability to adhere to regular attendance.
Native Preference Northern Valley Indian Health provides Native Preference in hiring practices for qualified Native applicants, in accordance with its policy. NVIH is also an Equal Opportunity and At‑Will Employer.
Benefits NVIH offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, vision, dental, life insurance, long‑term disability and 14 paid holidays. In addition, NVIH offers a market‑leading PTO package and an opportunity to participate in a 401(k) plan. As an Indian Health Service Agency, NVIH participates with the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for potential school loan and grant programs.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
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Job Description The Behavioral Health Therapist provides culturally competent clinical services to a diverse caseload consisting of children, adults, couples, and families. Within an integrated healthcare setting, the therapist conducts screenings and assessments, implements evidence-based interventions, offers psycho‑education, engages in treatment planning, evaluates patient risk level, and submits referrals to ancillary services as needed. The therapist works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support patient treatment and care needs.
Responsibilities
Conduct initial assessment and administer required standardized screening tools.
Gather relevant information necessary to accurately diagnose and treat patients, such as mental status exam; functional impairments; behavioral health, substance use, and trauma history; patient strengths and potential barriers to accessing services.
Join with patients to develop individualized treatment plans aimed at addressing identified mental health symptoms of concern and presenting problems.
Employ culturally competent, trauma‑informed best practices during psychotherapy.
Make essential referrals and connections to community resources through care coordination and by helping patients prioritize needs.
Support in warm handoff and provide crisis intervention/emotional stabilization for patients when need is identified by other department providers.
Document patient encounters within Electronic Health Record in accordance with compliance requirements and NVIH procedures (laws, regulations, ethical standards).
Participate constructively in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities within the Department, such as peer review, staff meetings and case conferencing.
Maintain caseload of patients; coordinate with receptionist staff regarding daily schedule; and meet or exceed department productivity standards.
Establish trust and rapport to develop and sustain professional relationships with patients, providers, and partners.
Other duties as assigned.
All NVIH Employees Are Expected To
Provide the highest possible level of service to patients.
Promote teamwork and cooperative effort among employees.
Maintain safe practices.
Abide by NVIH's policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Must hold a current license or registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (LCSW, LPCC, LMFT, ACSW, APCC, AMFT).
Experience with crisis counseling and working with adults, children and families in an outpatient setting desired.
Has demonstrated the ability to work with diverse populations (experience working with Native Americans is desirable).
Two (2) years of therapy experience desired.
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrates understanding of age‑related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served, adapting style, treatment and plan accordingly.
Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong organizational, problem‑solving and analytical skills.
Ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, protocols, and to make timely and sound decisions.
Works independently under limited supervision, prioritizes work assignments.
Reliable transportation and ability to adhere to regular attendance.
Native Preference Northern Valley Indian Health provides Native Preference in hiring practices for qualified Native applicants, in accordance with its policy. NVIH is also an Equal Opportunity and At‑Will Employer.
Benefits NVIH offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, vision, dental, life insurance, long‑term disability and 14 paid holidays. In addition, NVIH offers a market‑leading PTO package and an opportunity to participate in a 401(k) plan. As an Indian Health Service Agency, NVIH participates with the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for potential school loan and grant programs.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Medical Practices
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