Clinical Practitioner -- Center for Specialized Children's Services

Position Overview: This position may be full-time or part-time and may be either exempt or non-exempt from wage and hour regulations. Determination of exemption is based on the prevailing DOL regulations and the employment status of the individual filling the role. If all current exemption standards are met, then the position shall be treated as exempt, otherwise, it will be treated as non-exempt. Employee will be notified of exemption status in either the original letter of employment or via letter indicating change in exemption status. The position provides direct services to FRBH consumers as permitted under the practitioners professional licensure or certification and provides community services as directed to meet FRBHs mission and goals. This position may also be responsible for a variety of tasks that are nonetheless essential under the heading of Miscellaneous Duties. Clinical supervision of the services delivered by a Clinical Practitioner is conducted as required by theKentucky Revised StatutesandKentucky Administrative Regulations(as promulgated by the Credentialing Boards of both the supervisors profession and the supervisees profession), as well as per FRBH contractual agreement mandates and/or FRBH policy. The position reports administratively as specified in the practitioners Appointment Letter. Major Tasks / Responsibilities Direct Services Provides information, screening, referral, and intake services.Secures information, evaluates, assesses, screens and refers consumers of all ages and diagnostic groups to the most appropriate available treatment option.Formulates diagnostic impressions and develops treatment plans appropriate to the related diagnostic impressions.Performs psychosocial and other evaluations allowable under the scope of practice of his/her professional licensure or certification.Provides services to consumers in both traditional office settings and other locations as necessary, appropriate and approved.Coordinates and consults with referral sources and other resources on behalf of FRBH consumers.Responds to emergency requests, both during office hours and during after-hours on-call rotations, providing services either by telephone and/or face-to-face as appropriate.Participates in clinical staffing of cases and assists in coverage for specialized FRBH programs (e.g. therapeutic rehabilitation or partial hospitalization) as needed and assigned.Provides treatment services utilizing a variety of modalities and techniques as appropriate, including but not limited to individual and group therapy. Community Services Assists and participates in public relations, community education, and organization activities of FRBH in accordance with established policies and procedures and under the direction of his/her assigned Site Administrator.Works with other behavioral health agencies, the medical community, and other community organizations as appropriate and assigned.Provides and conducts workshops, seminars, and general educational informational meetings as assigned.Conducts other consultation, education, and prevention activities as assigned. Miscellaneous Maintains levels of productivity consistent with established standards.Maintains appropriate clinical and administrative records as required.Participates on committees and in staffings as assigned.Attends periodic meetings and/or trainings as assignedPerforms other duties or responsibilities as needed or assigned. Minimum Qualifications Must possess a graduate degree in a behavioral health disciplineora degree and experience that qualifies for third party payment.Must possess a professional practice credential, which meets the third-party billing requirements for the specific role to be filled, from either the: Kentucky Board of PsychologyKentucky Board of Social WorkKentucky Board of NursingKentucky Board of Professional CounselorsKentucky Board of Marriage and Family TherapistsKentucky Board of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors Must have a valid drivers license and insurable driving record.Must receive the endorsement of an Interview Team, under the guidance of the Vice President for Clinical Services, which supports the opinion that there is reason to believe the individual has the basic diagnostic, treatment, ethical, and communication skills necessary to perform the duties of the specific role to be filled.Must pass all required background checks.