Behavioral Health Clinician - Pediatrics

at MaineHealth in Saco, Maine, United States

Job Description

Summary
Up to $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS *
*Current MaineHealth employees not eligible for the sign on bonus. Must be separated from MaineHealth system for 3 months to be eligible.
Position highlights:
Join a collaborative and supportive team
Option for flexible schedule, including hybrid with remote telehealth care.
High impact with pediatric population
Saco Pediatrics integrated behavioral health is a preferred destination and model for providers and patients.
Well established larger integration team, with practices well versed in integrating behavioral health into the patient experience
Excellent benefit package and competitive salary
Position Summary:
Provide screening, assessments, and focused brief treatment to patients of the practice.
Treatment structure includes individual, family, and group work.
Additional functions of the role includes providing curbside consultation to providers, linking patients to additional services and supports, and participating in population health activities that targets the health and wellbeing of specific groups of people.
40 hour work week, office open 8a-5p, M-F. Open to conversations about different schedules/hours per week.
What we are looking for:
An individual with an PsyD, PhD, LCSW, LCPC or LMFT license ready to jump into our team, and help us continue to provide excellent care in our vision of working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.
A caring and empathetic member of our team, able to provide services in a manner and language appropriate to the age (0-24) and comprehensive level of the diverse clients and their families.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Education: See "License/Certifications"
License/Certifications: Licensure by the Maine State Board of Social Worker Licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (preferred), or licensure as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (by exception). Must have a valid Driver's license and reliable transportation.
Experience: 2+ years of work experience in a health or mental health setting preferred, in order to have proficiency in psychosocial assessment and treatment. Must have considerable knowledge of community resources and agencies and how to use them in resolving complex problems related to health, illness and disability.
Knowledge of social work theories, therapies and techniques, as used in individual, family and group treatment, as well as principles of social welfare. Ability to teach basic social work principles and applications to the medical setting
Additional Information
MaineHealth was ranked one of America's Best Large Employers in 2022 by Forbes!
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. Learn more about our system at mainehealth.org
At MaineHealth, we offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow. Our packages include health and dental insurances, paid parental leave, retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more! Our comprehensive array of benefits are competitive, affordable, and include choices that meet specific, but ever changing, needs.
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the neighborhoods that surround it. We are deeply invested in the well-being of our communities and care team members. We believe in fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate caring and continuous improvement. Join us, and your abilities will be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to a new level.

MaineHealth values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.