Behavioral Health Specialist - License Eligible at GREATER SEACOAST COMMUNITY HEALTH – Somersworth, New Hampshire

Job Title: Behavioral Health Specialist
Department: Behavioral Health
Supervisor: Director of Behavioral Health
Position Status: Full-time
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Positions Supervised: None

Position Overview:
Greater Seacoast Community Health is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Specialist to join our integrated care team. In this vital role, you will conduct mental health assessments, provide individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and work collaboratively with primary care providers and other interdisciplinary team members to treat symptoms of mental health and substance misuse. This position offers a balance of independent work and team collaboration, with opportunities for professional growth, including supervision toward clinical licensure.

At Greater Seacoast Community Health, we are committed to providing accessible, innovative, and compassionate care. Join us in supporting the mental and emotional well-being of our community, regardless of their ability to pay.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct mental health assessments, providing individual and group treatment.
• Engage in Warm Welcomes, addressing patients' immediate needs and providing crisis intervention.
• Collaborate with primary care providers and other team members to recognize and treat symptoms of mental health and substance misuse.
• Provide timely and accurate documentation of patient encounters, diagnoses, treatment plans, and referrals in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Participate in team meetings, case consultations, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain professional licensure standards and participate in ongoing education and training.

Key Competencies:

• Strong understanding of evidence-based treatment models for mental health and substance misuse.
• Ability to triage patients based on complexity and needs, making appropriate referrals.
• Demonstrated proficiency in documentation and working with Electronic Health Records (EHR).
• Flexibility to balance independent work and collaboration within an interdisciplinary team.
• Commitment to maintaining agency productivity standards and delivering high-quality care.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a mental health-related field.
• Approved for licensure by the NH Board of Mental Health. LICSW, LCMCH
• Candidates who are fully licensed in New Hampshire are strongly preferred; however, individuals actively working toward licensure will be considered."
• Active BLS certification or able to obtain certification.
• Experience providing mental health and/or substance misuse treatment preferred.

Professional Standards and Values:
At Greater Seacoast Community Health, we prioritize respect, integrity, collaboration, and excellence. You will be expected to:

• Maintain a positive, solution-oriented attitude while navigating change.
• Demonstrate trustworthy behavior, personal integrity, and professional competence.
• Show respect for coworkers and clients, valuing diversity and practicing empathy.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with all stakeholders.
• Be adaptable and open to new ideas, contributing to the growth of the organization.

Work Location(s): Somersworth, NH
Hours per week: Full-time, flexible schedule
Pay: $32.00 - $42.75, depending on experience and licensure

Benefits:
All regularly scheduled employees working at least 32 hours per week are eligible to receive full benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical and dental insurance with an agency subsidy (including a no-premium option for employee-only coverage).
• Earned time (15 days in the first year, 20 days in the second year, prorated by FTE) covering sick, vacation, and personal time.
• Seven paid holidays.
• Employer-paid group life insurance and short-term disability.
• 401(k) plan with an employer match.

About Us:
Greater Seacoast Community Health is a network of community health centers providing a wide range of health and social services, including medical, dental, behavioral health, substance use treatment, mobile health services, and more. Our mission is to deliver innovative, compassionate, integrated health services and support that are accessible to all in our community. We strive to be the preferred provider and employer of choice, making our services inclusive and easy to access.

Greater Seacoast Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all applicants without regard to race, color, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We encourage qualified veterans to apply.

Learn more at GetCommunityHealth.org.