Behavioral Health Clinician

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Job description

Roslindale Pediatric Associates is a dedicated, family-focused pediatric practice located in West Roxbury, Massachusetts. We are seeking candidates for a full-time (40 hours per week) position to grow our team in pediatric behavioral health integration. We are proudly affiliated with the Pediatric Physician's Organization at Children's (PPOC).

RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will join our clinical staff to deliver fully integrated behavioral health services to our patients. Working within our family-centered medical home, the behavioral health provider will:

Provide comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of behavioral health concerns,

Provide effective treatment planning, consultation, and appropriate brief interventions, to help patients successfully achieve health goals,

Provide assistance to patients in transitioning those requiring longer-term care to an appropriate community mental / behavioral health provider,

Provide consultative support to medical providers and staff,

Actively participate in meetings and professional development that support the practices' integrated health care model,

Assist in identifying patients at risk of developing health problems, and provide preventive interventions to address the needs of these populations,

Assist the primary care team in developing care management processes, such as the use of guidelines, disease management techniques, case management, and patient education, to improve self-management of chronic conditions,

Help to evolve the practices integration efforts, by identifying problems and making recommendations for improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A Doctoral or Master's Degree in a mental health field from an accredited graduate program and a license for independent practice in Massachusetts (Licensed Psychologist, LICSW, LMHC,LMFT) is REQUIRED.

Experience working with children, adolescents, and families is REQUIRED.

Experience in pediatric primary care or other pediatric medical setting is preferred.

Experience in behavioral therapy, cognitive therapy, motivational interviewing, and brief, solution-focused interventions is highly desirable.

Candidates should have a proven record of collaborative service delivery, outstanding written and verbal communication skills, and the flexibility and adaptability required to work in a fast-paced, busy medical practice.

Qualified Applicants are encouraged to forward a resume and cover letter to: .

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Pediatrics
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):
Do you have a Doctoral or Masters Degree in a mental health field from an accredited graduate program?
Do you have an active license for independent practice in Massachusetts as a Licensed Psychologist, LICSW, LMHC or LMFT?

Education:
Master's (Preferred)

Experience:
pediatric mental health: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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