Outpatient Clinician

Position Title : Outpatient Clinician

Job Location : Bennington, VT

Salary Range : $52675.00 - $58905.60 Salary / year

Description : And as an additional benefit for our Rostered Clinicians, we provide the required 100 hours of clinical supervision toward licensure, free of charge. Based on the current hourly rate of clinical supervision and the number of hours required, this benefit is valued at approximately $10,000.

Why Join UCS :

Since 1958, United Counseling Service (UCS) has been dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to individuals and families in our community. Through a wide range of programs, services, and educational opportunities, we strive to meet the diverse needs of those we serve. Our team includes professionals from various fields, including administration, clinical services, nursing, education, case management, psychiatry, and direct support, working across 17 facilities throughout Bennington County.

As a proud affiliate of Vermont Care Partners a statewide network of 16 non-profit community-based agencieswe deliver comprehensive mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental services across Vermont. We are currently seeking compassionate, motivated team players to join us in making a positive impact and building a stronger community.

UCS Offers Generous Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short term and long term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career development opportunities
• Free clinical supervision towards licensure
• Loan repayment and tuition assistance program
• Award winning worksite wellness program
• An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee.
• Rewarding experience making a difference in the community.

We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen our organization and enhance the services we provide. Therefore, it is our goal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where our employees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within our organization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent, assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community.

Qualifications :

The Outpatient Clinician provides a wide variety of clinical services to mental health and / or substance use clients, including clinical case management services, consultation, and education services to area schools, agencies, and the community at large.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

DIRECT CLINICAL SERVICES : The Outpatient Clinician p rovides assessment and counseling to individuals and families with mental health and / or substance use problems. Services may include individual, family, group, or relationship counseling. Coordinates services with other agencies and providers. Facilitates appropriate referrals for other services whenever necessary. May provide specialized assessments / screening services based on professional concentration and training, i.e., psychological testing, substance use evaluations, etc. If, or as assigned, provide Substance Use services, or within related SUD grants, the incumbent will show competencies in screening, assessment, engagement, treatment planning, collaboration, referral, motivational interviewing, HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and other evidence-based counseling and professional ethics theories, in order to provide effective care.

CONSULTATION AND EDUCATION SERVICES : The Outpatient Clinician p rovides mental health and / or substance use consultation to the community at large, area agencies, the professional community, and / or schools as required. Consultation can be educational or evaluative in nature. Specific areas of consultation / education are based on clinician's areas of expertise or interest. Provides liaison services between two sponsoring agencies to coordinate services to clients.

CLINICAL CASE MANAGEMENT AND SOCIAL SUPPORT : The Outpatient Clinician p rovides concurrent case management services on an as needed basis. These services may include service coordination with other agencies and services. Collateral contacts with other family members or significant others in client's life may be necessary with telephone support, social support services for locating, developing, providing care services, treatment planning sessions, and Bamboo Health follow up.

CLINICAL RECORD-KEEPING : The Outpatient Clinician i nitiates and maintains in a timely and thorough manner the record keeping and administrative documentation required to account for our services to clients. Such work includes, but is not limited to, client-specific assessments, case services, and progress notes all to be done collaboratively. Complete time sheets and maintain accurate and complete schedules.

ADMINISTRATIVE, AGENCY, AND CLINICAL TEAM MEETINGS : The Outpatient Clinician attends and actively participates in the necessary coordinative, administrative, and clinical meetings designed to inform, problem solve, and coordinate services and programs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS : A minimum of a masters degree in social work, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, psychiatric nursing, or related human services field. Additionally, specialty positions require the clinician to be licensed or eligible for a license in Vermont and rostered. Minimum requirement of one year experience preferred.

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