Licensed Mental Health Clinician - $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS

Lamoille Health Partners

Morristown, VT, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Full Time

Job Description

Lamoille Health Partners is looking for a compassionate and skilled Licensed Mental Health Clinician to join our integrated Behavioral Health team. At our FQHC, we believe that mental health is a fundamental part of overall well-being. You will work alongside primary care providers, psychiatrists, and care coordinators to provide high-quality, accessible care to a diverse patient population in our Morrisville, Vermont clinic.

Role Summary

The Licensed Mental Health Clinician provides diagnostic assessments, crisis intervention, and short-term or long-term evidence-based psychotherapy. This role is central to our Integrated Care Model, where behavioral health is embedded within primary care to address the "whole person." We are looking for a clinician who is passionate about social justice, health equity, and rural healthcare.

Key ResponsibilitiesI. Clinical Excellence

Direct Therapy: Conduct individual, family, or group therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, or Solution-Focused Therapy).
Comprehensive Assessment: Perform psychosocial evaluations and diagnostic assessments using DSM-5-TR criteria.
Treatment Planning: Develop and maintain person-centered treatment plans with measurable goals and objectives.
Crisis Intervention: Provide immediate assessment and stabilization for patients in acute distress, coordinating with local emergency services or hospitals when necessary.

II. Integrated Care & Consultation

Warm Hand-offs: Respond to real-time referrals from Primary Care Providers (PCPs) during medical visits to provide immediate brief interventions or screenings.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Participate in daily huddles and monthly case conferences with medical and psychiatric staff to coordinate patient care.
Consultation: Serve as a subject matter expert for the medical team on behavioral health issues, trauma-informed care, and socioeconomic barriers to health.

III. Documentation & Compliance

Timely Charting: Maintain accurate and timely clinical notes in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) in accordance with FQHC and insurance standards.
Compliance: Adhere to all state and federal regulations, including HIPAA, mandated reporting requirements, and professional ethical codes.

Qualifications

Licensure: Must hold a current, active, and unencumbered license in the State of Vermont as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), or Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LDAC). (Master’s level clinicians close to licensure may be considered for a "Candidate" role).
Education: Master’s or Doctoral degree in Counseling, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Experience: 2+ years of post-degree clinical experience is preferred. Experience in a community health, FQHC, or integrated care setting is a significant plus.
Skills: Proficiency in trauma-informed care and experience working with substance use disorders (SUD) or co-occurring disorders is highly desirable.

The Vermont Advantage: Why Join Us?

Mission-Driven Work: Serve the underserved and make a tangible impact on the health of your local community.
Work-Life Balance: We value the "Vermont Way of Life." Enjoy predictable scheduling and a culture that respects your time outside of the clinic.
Professional Growth: Generous CEU stipends, regular clinical supervision/peer consultation, and opportunities for leadership.
Loan Repayment: As an FQHC, our site is eligible for various federal and state loan repayment programs (NHSC, etc.).
Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with match, and ample Earned Time Off (ETO).

Lamoille Health Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve.