The clinician is responsible for providing comprehensive counseling and case management services to clients and their families, including performing intake assessments, documentation, and developing collaborative treatment plans. This role also involves engaging students and families through clinical behavioral health services in cooperation with assigned schools.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a Master's degree in a related field and be licensed (Provisional or Clinical) to provide mental health services in Kansas, with Spanish bilingualism being required. A minimum of 1-3 years of experience working with children, youth, and adults with serious mental illness, along with knowledge of the current DSM, is necessary.
Responsible for the provision of counseling and case management services for clients and their families providing comprehensive care and collaborative treatment planning on site during office hours. In cooperation with the assigned schools, this position provides clinical behavioral health services and related support to students and their families
Primary Functions
Perform intake assessments, which include the completion of the initial intake assessment, 6-month reviews and annuals as needed, to address specific needs.
Completion of chart documentation reviews that include the Psychosocial History, Treatment Planning, Chart Progress Notes, Quarterly Reviews, and Discharge Summaries ,within established guidelines and time frames.
Engages individuals and families as partners in services and develops positive, hopeful, and trusting relationships.
Monitors, evaluates, and records client progress ,with respect to treatment goals and modifies treatment plans according to changes in client
Perform individual, family and group counseling utilizing approved evidence-based treatment approaches as sanctioned by the Swope Behavioral Health Department.
Provide brief-targeted case management services to assist with coordinating support and connection to co=unity resources for holistic
Evaluates crisis situations and applies appropriate interventions.
Actively participates in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings that support an integrated health care model to provide comprehensive care for clients.
Accurately report billing documentation consistent,with the requirements of the payer or contract, i.e. Missouri Department of Mental Health, Missouri Department of Social Services, private insurance, Manage Care contract, Mental Health Levy, etc.
Meet expected productivity guidelines and standards.
Participate in Continuous Performance Improvement activities.
Must possess and demonstrate expertise around diagnostic formulation as it relates to the most current DSM.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education/Qualifications
Must be Bilingual (Spanish) required
1-3 years of experience, with children, youth, and adults, with serious and persistent mental illness.
Benefits
Dental
Vision
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Medical benefits
Flexible spending account
Paid days off
Accidental death & dismemberment
Health savings account option
Annual company-paid holidays
Annual paid personal day
Experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma, homelessness, and/or substance abuse; prefer one year in a co-unity mental health
Working knowledge of the current DSM ,with the ability to assess mental health disorders.
Knowledgeable regarding trauma informed
Proficient co-indication and organizational
Knowledge of theory and practice of mental health assessment and
Capability to perform as part of a cross-functional team of
Demonstrate strong professional autonomy and initiative.
Flexibility in work arrangements; you may be asked to perform the same task for an extended period of time of two perform different tasks on the same day
Possession of a valid driver's license and auto insurance.
Educational Requirements
Master's degree in social work, Psychology, Counseling and Guidance or related field.
Must be licensed (Provisional or Clinical) to provide mental health services in the State of Kansas
Provisionally Licensed Master Social Worker (I.MSW) wider approved supervision, Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor
(PLPC) wider approved supervision, or other provisionally licensed mental health professional wider approved supervision
Preferred Licensed as Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Physical Demands - General Activities
Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times.
Must be able to push up to 15 pounds at times.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
About Swope Health Services
Each year, Swope Health serves over 45,000 patients, encompassing more than 200,000 visits in four counties on both sides of the state line. Our team members are proud of the work we do and the promise we've made – delivering coordinated care that values the needs of the whole person and championing better health in our community.
Swope Health is a special place that cares for the people who need it most, wherever they are in the community. As part of our promise to battle health inequities and provide high-quality, comprehensive care, we make care visible. That means we proudly deliver our promise through every action, every day.
Swope Health Services supports its team members with
Medical benefits (including a Health Savings Account option), dental and vision
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Company-paid benefits such as life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Days Off beginning at 12 days annually, effective the first day of employment
Eight annual company-paid holidays; One annual paid personal day
Swope Health is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
