Lowell, Massachusetts30+ days ago
Knowledge and Skills:• Familiar with behavioral health, substance/addiction disorders, and psychiatric conditions• Experienced in use of evidenced based practices• Experienced in use of formal and informal assessment practices• Knowledge of and understanding of participatory planning techniques• Experienced in use of crisis intervention techniques• Familiar with managed care practices and medical necessity criteria• Experienced in use of empowerment and self advocacy techniques• Knowledge of human, legal, civil rights, and other resources• Knowledge of available community resources and alternative levels of care• Knowledge and use of different communication styles• Excellent organizational and communication skills• Sensitivity to and understanding of cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues• Knowledge and understanding of Code of Ethics• Proven ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity• Ability to develop and conduct training programs• Experienced in providing staff supervisionTypical Requirements:Three to five years of clinical experience clinical experience in an outpatient or similar behavioral health (mental health or substance use) setting. Keywords: LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, clinician, MSW, fee for service, outpatient, outpatient clinic, licensed clinical social worker, licensed certified social worker, licensed independent clinical social worker, licensed mental health counselor, social worker, bilingual clinician, rehabilitation, psychiatric, social services, counseling, social work, psychology, psychotherapy, group therapy, CBT, DBT, mental illness, mental health, human services, nonprofit, crisis, trauma, advocacy, recovery, People Care, VinfenBHD, VinfenCBHC.