Overview

This FQHC is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or our School Based clinics in Marion and Carterville Medical Center. This position reports to the Behavioral Health Program Coordinator. The LCSW/LCPC will have a variety of responsibilities focusing on behavioral health assessment and intervention addressing mental health concerns, substance use, and chronic health needs. Responsibilities also include participation in approved training, periodic meetings and peer review.

Responsibilities

• Represents Shawnee Health in a positive manner with prospective, former and current patients, clients, their families and the community.
• Upholds the Mission Statement to enhance lives by providing accessible and exceptional care to all.
• Handles confidential information with tack and discretion.
• Accepts same day referrals, Warm Hand Off’s (WHO) from the FQHC's medical providers.
• Establishes rapport quickly and communicates effectively with patients, their family members and other providers.
• Conducts brief, evidenced based and developmentally appropriate screenings and conducts or arranges for more detailed Behavioral Health assessment when indicated.
• Utilizes process and tools for SBIRT’s, PHQ-9, GAD 7, The DAST and the AUDIT and or other validated screening tools.
• Provides, brief targeted interventions focused on prevention, treatment and recovery services for patients with physical or emotional health needs as well as longer term treatment and support for patients without other options for persistent behavioral health illness. Creates and implements integrated care plans, ensuring access to an array of services relevant to the culture of the patient and the exchange of information among patients, their family and providers. Provides a range of brief, focused prevention and support services for patients with persistent illness. Participates as an individual provider and as a participant on an inter-professional team.
• Appropriately refers patients with social, economic, environmental and or advocacy needs to an FQHC Case Manager for follow-up.
• Appropriately refers patients with substance abuse disorders to a substance abuse provider when substance abuse is indicated.
• Competently uses information technology to support and improve integrated healthcare.
• Develops and conducts group programs on topics relevant to behavioral health issues and chronic disease.
• Seeks consultation from BHS III staff, medical providers and or Behavioral Health Program Director as needed.
• Provides supervision for behavioral health interns as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Behavioral Health, counseling, or social work
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
• Two or more years of behavioral health counseling experience, preferred
• Networking skills and knowledge of area health and social services, preferred.

Misc Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employer and Voluntary Paid Life
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Account

Client Description

Mission:

To improve the health and welfare of southern Illinois and southwest Indiana residents through the promotion, development and administration of quality, comprehensive health and social services

Community Description

Community Overview: Carbondale is surrounded by the beautfiul Shawnee National Forest. In addition to enjoyment of outdoor activities at the numerous lakes and wildlife areas, Southern Illinois has flourishing vineyards and wonderful wineries. Golf enthusiasts have a choice of several challenging and scenic courses. The area offers many services, churches, shopping, sports events, entertainment and cultural activities. The small town, rural lifestyle offers affordable homes, excellent schools, minimal crime and little traffic congestion. Local cities include Marion, Carterville, Murphysboro and Carbondale. Carbondale is also home to Southern Illinois University and Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. 

Business: University Employment; Health Care

Nearest Metro: St. Louis, MO - 1.5 hours; Nashville, TN - 2.5 hours

Community Population: 25,000

Recreation: Golf; Fishing; Hiking; Wine Tasting

Schools: Public; Private; College; University

Student Loan Forgiveness

Our clinicians are eligible for state and federal loan repayment programs, such as the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program.