Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
As a heath division of the Confederated Tribes of the Goshute Reservation, we, at Sacred Circle Healthcare, preserve the Goshute heritage of protecting and caring for family and extend the tradition to all marginalized and underserved populations in our area. We refuse to let access, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status restrict someone from receiving complete healthcare.
Interested in joining our team? We are looking for people who are genuine, kind, ambitious, positive, and helpful - exceptional people building on a celebrated heritage who are passionate about delivering uncompromising care - people who make a difference every day no matter what their role or position. If you are looking for a job where the work you do impacts lives for the better every day, you are in the right place!
Job Summary
The BH Therapist provides high quality mental health services for individuals, couples, families and groups in accordance with all compliance regulations and requirements. The part-time BH Therapist provides client centered services and participates in the BH team in manner that is congruent to SCHC’s mission, values and strategic goals.
Reports To: Behavioral Health Manager
Department: Behavioral Health
Business Unit: Sacred Circle Strategy
Patient Care: Yes
Worker Status: Full-time, Salary
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: To Be Determined with the availability of 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Monday through Friday. Evening, weekend and occasional travel to Ibapah may be required depending on position requirements
Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A
The successful candidate:
- Conducts intake assessments to gather, analyze, and evaluate psycho-social data according to policy and procedures and in compliance with all state and licensing regulations, I.H.S. standards, Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) requirements, and AAAHC standards regarding service delivery and documentation.
- Provides mental health counseling to children, adults, couples, and groups. May be counseling at the Reservation in Ibapah, UT 1-2 days a month (travel paid for) according to policy and procedures and in compliance with all state and licensing regulations, I.H.S. standards, Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) requirements, and AAAHC standards regarding service delivery and documentation.
- Coordinates care of patients with primary care providers regarding psychotropic medication needs.
- Provides behavioral health interventions related to a variety of needs such as smoking cessation, medication compliance, weight control, etc.
- Creates case conceptualization based on appropriate diagnosis and best treatment standards, presents the findings at Clinical Case Staff meetings, documents peer feedback and includes feedback into case conceptualization.
- Participates in collaborative treatment planning with patients, incorporates treatment goals and objectives into sessions, documentation and updates the plans every 6 months or as needed.
- Completes timely documentation of all clinical contacts including crisis, intake/evaluations, diagnoses, tx planning, referrals and outcome measures and reports in a timely manner (within 72 hours of visit).
- Participates in creating a positive, supportive team environment.
- Evaluates outcome data and the therapeutic relationship to ensure services are delivered in an effective manner
- Partners with HR on Lunch and Learns, Community Connections Outreach team and other departments as requested prepare and present materials, training, education and presentations
- Partners with HR Employee Learning and Development Coordinator to assist with the creation of training materials for SCHC employees on topics related to BH.
- Participates in crisis and de-escalation training and services for the clinic patients and staff as needed/requested
- Participates in weekly team meeting, staff meetings, and trainings as scheduled.
- Follows policy and procedures regarding CEU requests and completion
- Assists with group facilitation coverage when available
- Maintains strict confidentiality
- Responsible for maintaining licensure.
- Reads, understands, and adheres to all Sacred Circle Health Care Policies and Procedures.
- Practices and adheres to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Values Statements.
- Other Duties as Assigned
Minimum Requirements:
EDUCATION:
Master's or PhD in a mental health field.
EXPERIENCE:
Clinical Experience with underserved populations.
Clinical Experience with AIAN populations.
CERTIFICATION/
LICENSE:
Current Utah license in good standing.
CPR certified.
Other:
Regular compliance with SCHC policy and procedures.
Current caseload and outcome data support scheduling change.
Ability to work full-time.
Proficiency in electronic record keeping and utility of electronic resources.
Ability to maintain proper documentation.
Preferred Requirements:
EDUCATION:
EXPERIENCE:
1+ years of clinical experience.
CERTIFICATION/
LICENSE:
Other:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
- Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
- Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, ethnicity, and cultures and their history and origins.
- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customers and personal services.
- Skills in interpersonal and group communication.
- Skills in interviewing and assessment.
- Ability to translate assessment information into a treatment plan.
- Ability to work with a culturally diverse patient population and community.
- Ability to manage stress and crisis situations.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Ability to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies and in-house clinical guidelines.
- Ability to adhere to timely record documentation schedule.
Additional Information – Join us as we are Redefining Compassionate Healthcare, together!
As group of 4 healthcare clinics, diversity drives our identity. We are proud of our Native American heritage. Whether you are seeking your first job, transitioning back into the workforce, looking to start your career, or grow an existing one, Sacred Circle Healthcare walks with you. We need you for what you can do. We strive for a mix of benefits to help you combine great work with a great life.
- Competitive pay
- Healthcare coverage for you and your family
- Generous PTO, paid holidays and floating holidays to celebrate what is important to you (prorated for part-time employees)
- Retirement matching to invest in your future
- Colleagues that are unparalleled
- A culture that is second to none
- All employees are able to see our in-house providers (Primary Care, Optometry, Dental, Pharmacy)
Sacred Circle Healthcare/Confederated Tribes of the Goshute Reservation gives preference
to qualified American Indian/Alaskan Native Applicants
Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,