Integrated Healthcare Clinician - PROUD Program

Position Summary

The Integrated Health Care Clinician with the PROUD program provides clinical and case management services for adults ages 18+ in an integrated health care setting that provides primary care, behavioral health and dental services.

The PROUD program serves women who are pregnant or parenting young children and who have active substance use concerns, or a substance use history, including opioid use, or a related disorder.

$10,000 sign on bonus available! Half paid at start the other half paid at 1 year of service!

Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in New Britain, CT. Eligible for up to $250,000 in loan repayment through National Health Service Corp (NHSC).

Education And Experience/Qualifications

Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Social Work or related license eligible field or a doctoral degree in Psychology is required. Applicant must have knowledge/experience of substance use and working with pregnant and parenting women.

Licensure Requirements For Clinical Positions

Credential(s) Required: Connecticut LMSW, LMFTA, LPCA, LCSW, LMFT, LPC or Psychologist license

LOCATION

New Britain, CT

SCHEDULE

Full time

Employee Benefits

Wheeler Clinic offers access to a comprehensive array of benefits, including:

For Good HealthAnthem Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA), with company contributionWellness ProgramsFree annual flu shots For a Secure FutureCompany paid Life and AD&D insurance For Retirement403(b) Plan, with clinic contributions for eligible employees For Career AdvancementEducation Reimbursement ProgramTraining and development opportunities Eligible for the NHSC loan repayment programs for independent licensed clinicians Eligible for a productivity incentive For Work Life Balance Generous paid time off - 15 vacation days per year (in first year) 8 sick days per year 2 personal days per year 2 floating holidays 9 paid company holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Free and confidential counseling Reimbursement for clinical licensure

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Works as part of a multidisciplinary team to efficiently and effectively meet the behavioral, primary, and dental health needs of the client, including, but not limited to: providing behavioral health consultation to the primary care provider, assisting client in meeting medical treatment compliance, and referring client to other Wheeler services and/or other community services as needed.

Conducts program specific screening and evaluation and formulates diagnosis in accordance with the Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM).

Develops and documents, clear clinical formulations and treatment plans that are individualized and measurable, developed in collaboration with the client/family and others as relevant, using behavioral health screening as directed, and are inclusive of behavioral health, primary care, and dental goals as indicated. Demonstrates knowledge of psychopathology and primary modalities of psychotherapy, including individual, group and family. Correctly triages clinical emergencies, including suicide and danger to others. Uses best practices and evidenced based practice models for psychotherapy where appropriate. Makes effective use of topic oriented, focused, time-limited group therapy.

Provides or refers to group when required. Demonstrates knowledge of the use of psychotropic medications. Completes clinical documentation in timely manner. Engages in facilitating group (outpatient or intensive outpatient) as well as seeing patients across the lifespan when necessary.

Demonstrates knowledge of internal and external levels of care, referral processes and resources. Makes clinically appropriate referrals for identified service needs in a timely manner.

Communicates in a positive, effective manner with client, family, and all internal and external providers. Attends any required meetings and multidisciplinary treatment team planning meeting.

Meets direct service productivity goals as defined by program. Demonstrates knowledge of program/department/agency goals and target outcomes, and adheres to practice standards and to data collection and reporting protocols.

Documents all client related information in compliance with agency policy.

Attends and is prepared for scheduled supervision. Seeks additional supervision or consultation as needed and follows through with supervisory directives.

Interfaces and collaborates with community providers to provide positive system development for clients and families, to promote Wheeler Clinic's reputation as a quality service provider.

Provides culturally competent care and maintains sensitivity to and respect for clients' cultural traditions, values, and beliefs.

Reports child abuse/neglect as mandated, adheres to confidentiality guidelines and ensures that the program meets all necessary licensing, regulatory, and accreditation standards, as related to the program, staff, records, facility, and care of youth.

Continues to develop knowledge and understanding about the history, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches, skills, and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.

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