CoLocation Behavioral Health Clinician

RIDGEVIEW , a not-for-profit community mental health center, is seeking a social work or counseling Co-Location Behavioral Health Clinician . These positions are created by an exciting new partnership whose goal is to integrate therapists within Health Departments to meet people where they are. Each Co-Location Behavioral Health Clinician will be based out of one or more of the following Health Departments: Roane, Morgan, Campbell, Scott, or Anderson County.

Are you a recent Masters level grad in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology? We want to partner with you! We provide supervision toward licensure as an LCSW (social work) or LPC-MHSP (counseling). We pay for all required tests and the license itself. Additionally, we offer membership in your professional organization.

We provide a growth environment and the resources you need to develop your career. Ridgeview is a place where staff want to work, a place where staff are valued and appreciated, and a place where staff are proud of the impact they are making toward the improvement of people's lives. At Ridgeview, our real job satisfaction is derived from co-workers, clients, and the realization that we are part of carrying out Ridgeview's mission.

One Ridgeview! HOPE | HEALING | RECOVERY "Where life's complexities are met with hope" QUALIFICATIONS Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or counseling.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Co-Location Behavioral Health Clinician is responsible for the delivery of outpatient clinical services which consist of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, including mental health counseling and consultation with other disciplines; the provision of clinical and consultation services both in person and via telehealth; coordinating warm hand-offs for internal and external referrals; and building/ fostering collaborative relationships with County Health Departments.

The Co-Location Behavioral Health Clinician participates in treatment team meetings and collaborates with administration in task team meetings developed to improve clinical care. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL Facilitate the awareness, growth, and psychological development of the client Build rapport with the client through empathic listening, caring, and warmth Be authentic, genuine, and transparent Play a significant role in resolving serious issues and conflicts within the family Encourage and motivate individuals to tackle their mental health and behavioral problems effectively Provide a safe environment and establish a warm, comfortable therapeutic culture Be a team player that develops professional consultative relationships with peers inside the Health Department, across Ridgeview, and within the community Work toward licensure as LCSW, LPC-MHSP, or LMFT if not already licensed BENEFITS Ridgeview offers a full line of benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Long-Term Disability, Holiday Pay, Vacation and Sick Leave, Life Insurance and Wellness Plan.

Ridgeview is an approved National Health Service Corp site. Student loan repayment for qualified behavioral health and primary health care providers is available including LCSW, LPC-MHSP, and LMFT. Ridgeview is an equal opportunity employer. Ridgeview conducts Background Checks, Motor Vehicle Records, License/Degree Verification, and Drug Screens at hire.

Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check and driving record. ind123