Pediatric Clinician

Becoming part of the Sweetser family means you can make a difference in the lives of Maine children, adults, and families every day. As a nationally recognized and accredited leader, we offer competitive salaries, a wide range of benefits and the opportunity to join a passionate team of more than 700 employees.Start Over with your Job SearchReturning Applicant? Login NowPediatric Clinician - Central Maine PediatricsJob Code:12138 Location:Lewiston 04240 Department:Other FT/PT Status:Full Time Summary:$5,000 Sign on BonusSweetser has partnered with Central Maine Healthcare and is looking for a Clinician for Central Maine Pediatrics in LewistonLocated 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 LewistonBehavioral 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 WorkCertificates, 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.

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