Behavioral Health Clinician (School-Based Therapist) Gwinnett Co.

View Point Health

Job Title: Licensed, Behavioral Health Clinician (School-Based Therapist)Job Code: HCP051/Social Worker, Licensed 1Shift: Full-Time (40 hours per week on average)Job Hours: Times May VaryBase Location: Gwinnett Co.Division/Department/Program: APEX Program

Are you that therapist, whom the kids will remember for the rest of their lives, by saying “I met the best therapist at school, when I needed the help most?”  If so, this is a perfect position for you.  As a school-based therapist, you will provide services by receiving referrals from school counselors and social workers for the most-in-needs students, when their needs exceed what the school can offer. 

APEX Program is an innovative program that has been providing services to the students in the state of Georgia, supported by Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD), and school systems. Therapists are assigned to 1-2 schools and work as a part of the school team to provide therapy at school. 

View Point Health APEX Team takes pride in the differences it makes, and continues to expand services to more and more schools each year.  Key to this success has been that we are a team of great clinicians.   We are excited to be a part of each therapists’ professional growth, no matter where they are at professional stage – beginner or seasoned. You will receive clinical supervision toward licensure and be given an opportunity to receive various clinical training in play therapy, TF-CBT, and DBT and more.  We would like you to join the team if you have interest and passion in providing individual, family, and group therapy to children and adolescents and their families and are excited to be a part of innovative solutions to difficulties our youths are facing.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessment and follow agency intake SOP.
• Collaboratively formulate a treatment plan addressing issues identified in assessment.
• Provide individual and group psychotherapy using evidence-based practice therapies, and case management at designated schools.
• Provide family therapy at school or virtually.
• Provide prevention, education, and early intervention services at school, including but not limited to faculty consultation, student services team staffing, support group for students and parent education, staff meetings and in-service training.
• Coordinate treatment with the student, their family and teacher and other resources as indicated (e.g., probation officer, student support team, natural supports, physician and school student support professionals)
• Complete all required documentation (daily clinical notes, assessments, treatment plans) in an accurate and timely manner (agency standard 24 hrs.)
• Participate in regular team meetings to collaborate regarding shared clients, build and practice new skills, and stay up to date on agency administrative information.
• Participate in clinical supervision to increase competence and professional development.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in social work and counseling from an accredited college or university and eligibility to be licensed and two (2) years of supervised experience in the area of assignment or two (2) years of experience at the lower level social worker 1 (HCP050) or position equivalent.

Note: Position requires licensure in the state of Georgia as an LMSW, LAPC, LCSW, or LPC

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Experience with Carelogic or other EHR/EMR
• Previous clinical experience working in Community Mental Health Care for child and adolescent population

Requirements/Competencies:

• Must be able to lift 20 pounds.
• Requires long periods of sitting/standing.
• Must have valid Georgia driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record in accordance with company policy.
• Candidates for selection must pass a criminal background check (including fingerprinting).
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and subject to random drug screens.

Benefits (for qualified employees):

• State Health Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, long-term care, legal services, flexible spending accounts)
• Company contributes additional 7.5% of salary to 401(a) Retirement Plan
• Generous PTO – plus 9 holidays per year – and a paid Cultural/Spiritual/Service Day!
• No employee deduction for Social Security – means more money in your paycheck!
• Additional benefits such as legal services, Employee Assistance Program and discounted tickets to attractions, shopping, technology and travel
• Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Clinical supervision, training, and continuing education opportunities available
• Flexible hours available, including telehealth from home!

View Point Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: View Point Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. View Point Health recruits qualified candidates for positions in View Point Health programs throughout its service area.  It is the policy of View Point Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.