Overview

Job Description The LCSW/LCPC works in conjunction with members of the Care Team to manage psycho-social aspects of chronic and acute diseases, apply behavioral principles to address lifestyle and health risk issues and provide consultation in the treatment of behavioral concerns, mental disorders, substance abuse and psycho- social issues.  Bilingual in Spanish or any other language a plus. 

Duties also include, but are not limited to:

• Promote and integrate behavioral health services by: Maintaining protocols and procedures for integrated behavioral health activities.
• Assisting the primary care provider in recognizing, treating and managing mental health and psycho-social issues and acts as a contributing member to the primary care team and behavioral health team.
• Conducting client intakes, focusing on diagnostic and functional evaluations, then makes recommendations to the primary care provider concerning the clients’ treatment goals and plan.
• Providing consultation to the primary care providers to enhance patient care.
• Providing brief, focused intervention for clients who are in need of mental health services.
• Assisting in the detection of “at risk” clients and in the development of plans to prevent worsening of their condition.
• Monitoring and coordinating the delivery of health services for clients as related to behavioral health care, including linking with other treatment providers not only within the primary care setting but, with the clients’ permission, outside it as well.
• Documenting the clients’ progress and diagnostic information in the treatment chart.
• Keeping the primary care providers fully informed of the clients’ needs and progress and works with providers to formulate treatment plans.
• Providing consultation to clinic management and other team members about behavioral services and suggested areas of outcome and program evaluation
• Participating in case conferences with appropriate medical and ancillary team members.
• Supporting Quality Assurance activities related to behavioral health care.
• Providing program reports.
• Assists the clients in complying with any medical treatment initiated by the primary care provider, such as offering strategies to cope with medication side effects.
• Functioning as a member of a multi-interdisciplinary team.
• Possessing proficiency in the identification and treatment of mental disorders
• Having the knowledge of evidence-based behavioral assessments and interventions relevant to medical conditions, e.g., disease management; treatment adherence; and lifestyle change.
• Possessing the ability to make quick and accurate clinical assessments.
• Being comfortable with the pace of primary care, working with an interdisciplinary team, and has strong communication skills.
• Possessing care-management skills and knowledge of local resources for outside referrals.
• Possessing skill in targeted, brief psychotherapy and in running group sessions.
• Possessing the ability to document services in a way that is useful both to the primary care provider and to management for quality- improvement services.
• Consultation liaison skills.
• Ability to be flexible with schedules and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience and knowledge of multi-ethnic and under-served communities
• Travel to additional clinic locations in Jacksonville and Taylorville may be required.

Job Requirements

New graduates welcome. 

Must have LCSW or LCPC license. 

36 Clinical hours and 4 hours od administration time each week.

Salary range negotiable with experience. 

Misc Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Dependent coverage
• Health and dependent care savings accounts
• Short/long term disability
• 401k/403b, 401k/403b match or safe harbor contribution
• Vacation 
• License renewals and/or professional association fees paid
• Employee wellness program
• Other Benefits: NHSC Loan Repayment

Client Description

Mission:

To provide high-quality, affordable, non-discriminatory, and accessible primary medical and dental care that meets the personalized needs of the underserved people of Central Illinois

Vision:

To be recognized for excellence in patient care, as a community leader, and as an employer of choice

Values:

• Quality—Seeking excellence in all aspects
• Sustainability—Responsibly managing our resources
• Compassionate—Showing sensitivity and concern for others
• Teamwork—Collaboratively working towards a shared goal
• Respectful—Valuing and accepting diversity
• Communication—Exchanging clear and accurate information

Community Description

Springfield became the Illinois state capital in 1837 with the help of a young lawyer and politician named Abraham Lincoln. He lived in the city until he left to become the 16th President of the United States, in 1861. From that moment on, the city's history and future have been inexorably tied to this most famous and beloved American citizen. Springfield is the center piece of Illinois political activity. The state capitol building contains a flurry of legislative activity each fall and spring as Illinois is one of the largest and most influential states in the U.S. Springfield is located at the intersection of Interstates 55 and 72. Chicago lies 200 miles northeast of Springfield, St. Louis and Indianapolis lie 100 miles southwest and 195 miles due east, respectively. By plane, Springfield's Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport is linked with the international gateway airports of St. Louis Lambert and Chicago O'Hare for daily flights, as well as Midway Airport in Chicago. And, by train, Amtrak offers daily stops in Springfield between both Chicago and St. Louis. Balanced between the public and private sectors, Springfield has a well-diversified economic base. Springfield serves as headquarters for 12 nationally known insurance companies and more than 165 state, regional, and national associations. The community is recognized as a leader in the health care industry and is home to two major hospitals as well as a world renowned heart surgery institute. The University of Illinois at Springfield, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Lincoln Land Community College, Benedictine University at Springfield and St. John's College, Department of Nursing offer students a diverse selection of higher education opportunities.

Nearest Metro: St. Louis, MO - 1 hr. 30 min.

Recreation: Boating; Golf; Shopping; Sightseeing

Schools: Public; Private; Colleges; Universities

Student Loan Forgiveness

Eligible for federal student loan repayment programs.