LCSW- Primary Care/Mental Health Integration

Primary Care/Mental Health Integration LCSW

Valor Healthcare is looking for a passionate Primary Care/Mental Health Integration LCSW to join our team at the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Vero Beach.

About Us

Valor Healthcare operates over 50 VA Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in the United States as a contractor for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Valor provides a full range of medical services to veterans through the operation of CBOCs, tailored to meet the specific needs of local VA medical centers. Our comprehensive set of services includes primary care, diagnostics, laboratory, telehealth, behavioral health, and more.

Job Description

• Provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to patients with diseases and injuries seeking treatment in the clinic, as directed by physician or mid-level provider.
• Collaborate with the core PACT Team (Primary Care Provider, RN and Medical Assistant) and expanded PACT Team including family/caregiver, VA, and community-based services involved in developing the patient care plan.
• Perform initial and follow-up evaluations, including assessments.
• Engage the veteran, core, and expanded PACT team members in treatment planning.
• Provide a range of treatment services, including individual therapy.
• Focus treatment services on behavior activation and short-term needs specific to a range of physical and behavioral health issues, including but not limited to Diabetes, Heart Conditions, Depression, Anxiety, and Adjustment Disorders.
• Provide evidence-based psychotherapies as necessary and appropriate.
• Provide emergency care, as needed, for all patients enrolled in the CBOC, including referring patients for emergency primary care treatment, psychiatric medication evaluation, or coordinating the admission of patients to an inpatient psychiatric unit.
• Provide crisis intervention services, seeking to address the cause as well as the presenting complaint, coordinate family conferences and serve as liaison to family members.
• Act as an advocate when it serves the best interest of the Veteran and family members/caregiver.
• Make rapid assessments and respond to psychiatric emergencies.
• Provide case management to Veterans and families as needed throughout the continuum of care.
• Address issues such as advance directives and organ donation in accordance with acceptable standards.
• Input all patient information into VISTA/CPRS.
• Complete any and all clinical reminders due at the time of each patient visit.
• Maintain confidentiality of veteran data and information.
• Participate in staff meetings regarding clinical, administrative, and staff development issues.
• Provide consultation services to other staff regarding the psychosocial needs of veterans and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and adherence to treatment plan.
• Participate in program planning and development, making recommendations for changes in policies and procedures as needs and opportunities arise.
• Collaborate in the performance improvement processes and comply with performance measures as required by Valor and the VA.
• Participate in activities that obtain feedback from veterans and work to enhance services as needed.
• Comply with all Valor and VA training requirements.
• Fulfill compliance requirements of the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Joint Commission (JC), Environment of Care (EOC) oversight, lab compliance and other related items.
• Remain focused on achieving excellent clinical outcomes through the specified VA guidelines.
• Provide excellent customer service to each veteran and his/her family, both in person and over the phone, as well as to fellow colleagues and clinic visitors.
• Establish and maintain a warm, welcoming and professional atmosphere for our colleagues and veterans, ensuring needs and expectations are consistently met. Ability to conversationally diffuse situations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary clinical team in a manner that enhances coordination of comprehensive patient care.
• Collaborate with Clinic leadership to resolve veteran concerns or complaints.
• Participate in the clinic's outreach events to help support the clinic's enrollment initiatives.
• Support patient enrollment and retention in appointments, follow-up visits or nurse visits.
• Embrace and support new initiatives, whether clinical or operational.

Requirements

• Have a doctoral degree in psychology from a graduate program in psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System (PCSAS), or the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) at the time the program was completed.
• Master's degree, or higher, in Social Work from a program registered by the Department of Education is required, with specific training dealing with adult patients. Equivalent degrees (Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, etc.) will be considered and are subject to final approval from the local VA.
• Must comply with and maintain all requirements for a valid, unrestricted LCSW/MSW (or equivalent) license in the state of desired employment and able to independently practice at the master’s degree level.
• Minimum of 1-3 years' post-master direct counseling experience with adult patients. Specific requirements could vary based on individual VA contract.
• Proven mastery of advanced sociological, psychological, and mental health care related interventions and issues.
• Must be credentialed and remain in good standing through the Veterans Health Administration (VA).
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (must be renewed periodically as specified by the certifying agency AHA valid for two years) and in ACLS as specified by individual VAMC contract.
• Must be compliant with federal, state, local government, or contract specific vaccine mandates and/or requirements.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Strong computer skills, including EMR experience.
• Energetic and optimistic demeanor.
• This is considered a safety sensitive position.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Annual incentive
• Great work/life balance - no nights/weekends
• Outpatient only, no call
• CEE allowance/time
• 401(k) with employer match
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription
• Generous PTO including vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and personal time