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Position: Independent Mental Health Therapist (LISW/LPCC)
Department: Behavioral Health
Location: On Site (Lorain, Elyria, Oberlin, North Ridgeville)

Welcome!

Lorain County Health and Dentistry (LCH&D) is a Federally Qualified Health Center dedicated to being a trusted health partner for our community. Our mission is to provide comprehensive, high-quality care that is accessible to all. We proudly offer primary care, dental services, women’s health, and behavioral health for individuals and families—serving as a vital safety net for the community.

Are you interested in being part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team?

We continue to grow and are looking for talented, passionate professionals to join us! If you are a kind and compassionate, independently licensed therapist (LPCC, LISW) who is committed to exceptional patient care and clinical excellence, we would love to meet you.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must have a Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling
Must hold a valid license in the State of Ohio as an independently licensed Social Worker (LISW) or Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
Must meet all credentialing and privileging requirements as mandated by policy.
Must maintain appropriate continuing education requirements.
A minimum of two years of experience in a mental health treatment setting is required; experience in which behavioral health is integrated into primary care is preferred.
Experience in the assessment and treatment of both mental health and chemical dependency is preferred.
Must have proficient computer skills and the ability to become proficient in software programs specific to Lorain County Health & Dentistry i.e. NextGen, EPM, EHR, etc.
Must have valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Evaluate and assess the mental health and substance use related symptoms of medical patients.
Intervene in crisis situations during business hours.
Provide brief assessments to clarify behavioral health diagnoses and to inform care plans.
Define targeted treatment goals with and for the patients
Provide short-term counseling to an established schedule of Lorain County Health & Dentistry patients, which may also include family members.
Identify patients with more intensive behavioral health needs and assist these patient in connecting to appropriate care within the community.
Ensure all plans and strategies developed are personalized, age specific, and culturally appropriate.
Provide education, counseling, and support to patients using trauma informed and research based interventions whenever possible.
Develop positive, professional relationships with patients.
Promote good health throughout the facility in conversation and behavior.
Accurately and concisely document all patient contact on a timely basis in medical record.
Collaborate with medical and psychiatric providers to ensure integrated care.
Participate in a Peer Review Process to ensure quality and consistency of BH service delivery
Comply with HIPAA and 42 CFR guidelines as all times.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Some lifting of supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs.
25% walking or standing, 75% sitting at a desk.
Category II re: exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and communicable diseases.

PUBLIC AND PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITES

Local travel required.
Attend relevant professional activities such as company sponsored events as needed.
Attend trainings and seminars as directed.
Attend meetings as directed.

Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to adhering to employment practices in accordance with the EEOC.

LCH&D will ensure that all persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If an accommodation is needed please contact the LCH&D Human Resources Department.

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