The Behavioral Health Clinician I is responsible for providing client evaluation & assessment, facilitating group and individual therapy, providing evidenced based therapeutic intervention, developing and implementing outpatient treatment plans, and completing all necessary documentation in medical records, as required by payers, in locations such as outpatient clinic offices, schools, telehealth, or in the community, as indicated for people with psychiatric conditions, behavioral health needs, and substance/addiction disorders.

• Conduct intake evaluations and on-going assessment to develop treatment plans and determine appropriate interventions.

• Provide direct therapeutic interventions and support services, in person and by telehealth, to clients, using evidenced-based practices.

• Maintain a caseload of clients, with an appropriate frequency of interventions, that supports divisional/clinic productivity requirements.

• Serve on the Multidisciplinary Team for Utilization Reviews, as directed.

• Provide clinical consultation, when needed.

• Ensure recordkeeping/documentation in accordance with internal and external requirements and regulations.

• Participate in regular Quality Improvement and Utilization Review activities consistent with the Behavioral Health Division’s policies and practices.

• Coordinate treatment and care with other providers, as appropriate.

• Work as liaison between Vinfen programs, state agencies, funding sources, and community referral sources.

• Participate in educational trainings, as needed.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and contracted payor requirements.

• Communicate and network with community providers and collaterals to increased access to care/promote ambulatory care.

• Provide services to children, adults, families, and/or groups.

• Provide after-hours on-call coverage in rotation with other program staff.

• Travels within MA to various locations, as necessary.

• Perform other related duties, as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Familiar with behavioral health, substance/addiction disorders and psychiatric conditions

• Experienced in use of evidenced based practices

• Experienced in use of formal and informal assessment practices

• Knowledge of and understanding of participatory planning techniques

• Experienced in use of crisis intervention techniques

• Familiar with managed care practices and medical necessity criteria

• Experienced in use of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques

• Knowledge of human, legal, civil rights, and other resources

• Knowledge of available community resources and alternative levels of care

• Knowledge and use of different communication styles

• Excellent organizational and communication skills

• Sensitivity to and understanding of cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues

• Knowledge and understanding of Code of Ethics

• Proven ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity

Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers

My Vinfen. My Community. My Job.

Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Typical Requirements:

Minimum of two years of clinical experience in an outpatient or similar behavioral health (mental health or substance use) setting. Preference given to bilingual/bicultural applicants.

Preferred /Required Education:

A Master’s degree in appropriate clinical field is required.

Driving Requirements:

Driving is not required. Physical Effort: Ability to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed. Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand and move around the facility. Ability to speak, hear and communicate with clients, staff and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Required Certifications:

First Aid required within two weeks of hire

CPR required within two weeks of hire

CPSS required

Required Credentials/Licenses:

LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, LADC I, or LMFT in state of service is preferred. CANS certified preferred