Pediatric Clinician

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Pediatric Clinician - Central Maine Pediatrics

Job Code:12138 Location:Lewiston 04240 Department:Other FT/PT Status:Full Time Summary:

$5,000 Sign on Bonus

Sweetser has partnered with Central Maine Healthcare and is looking for a Clinician for Central Maine Pediatrics in Lewiston

Located in a primary and/or specialty practice, this position is a trained LCSW or LCPC working with adults, children, and families integrating mental health services into the medical practice. The clinician, a member of the care team, will work collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers and other practice staff to assure patients receive brief treatment, prevention, and educational support.

LOCATION: Central Maine Pediatrics in Lewiston

Behavioral Health Specialist will:

* Actively participate in analyzing the results of behavioral health screening tools determined as appropriate for the practice and population in which they are integrated).
* Demonstrate competence in efficient and accurate clinical assessment of behavioral health conditions including substance use disorders.
* Demonstrate an ability to present facts, concerns and options to patients and care team members, in formal and informal methods.
* Demonstrate a working knowledge of brief, evidence-based treatment modalities.
* Demonstrate an ability to manage the pace of primary care and working with an interdisciplinary team.
* Demonstrate ability to implement clinical pathways and protocols for treatment of certain chronic and/or co-morbid conditions.
* Demonstrate competence in coordinating and managing referrals for patients with behavioral health conditions that require longer term intervention.
* Demonstrate the ability to effectively evaluate crisis situations and employ appropriate interventions.

General Expectations:

* Use judgment in determining priority of tasks assigned and follows through in a timely manner.
* Understand and comply with all organization policies and procedures as identified in the Human Resources Policy Manual.
* Maintain productive and efficient relationships with all organization-wide personnel and programs.
* Display positive representation of the organization, at all times, with the public.
* Demonstrate an active interest in enhancing and improving organization services.
* Ability to support and recognize the important role volunteers play. Sweetser employees work with, support, collaborate with volunteers, and promote opportunities for volunteer engagement.
* Be willing to perform related duties incidental to the tasks outlined above to insure excellent customer service and commitment to teamwork.

Education: Master's Degree in Social Work

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

* Independently licensed to practice as an LCSW in Maine
* Possession of and ability to maintain a valid State of Maine driver's license.

Experience:

* Minimum of 2 years of experience in the social work field.
* Experience working with individuals of all ages, as well as with children and their families.