Behavioral Health Clinician BHC

Job Summary: As a Behavioral Health Clinician at Paving the Way MSI, you will provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions for clients aged 5 and up, including individual, family, and group counseling. You will work in the DC MAP program, collaborating with care coordinators, managing high-risk cases, and providing tele-health consultation to families and school-based health centers.

Why Us: At Paving the Way MSI, we are committed to empowering individuals and families through innovative mental health and social services. By joining our team, you become part of an organization on a mission to grow, improve, and make lasting changes in the lives of the communities we serve. We add value to our staff through a supportive culture that fosters teamwork and professional growth, comprehensive benefits, and our core values which will all help in allowing you to focus on the important work you do here. At PTWMSI you’ll work in a diverse, inclusive environment, providing care to consumers through our programs like DC Mental Health Access in Pediatrics (DC MAP), Victims of Crime, or School-Based Expansion. If you’re passionate about making a difference, growing your expertise, and working in a values-based organization, Paving the Way Multi-Service Institute is where your work will have purpose, and your career will thrive. 

 

Responsibilities: 

 

Therapeutic Interventions: 

Deliver evidence-based therapy to consumers aged 5 and older, including individual, family, and group sessions. 

Conduct diagnostic and crisis assessments to inform treatment planning. 

Manage personal caseload efficiently, ensuring continuity of care for discharged clients. 

 

Care Coordination and Program Leadership: 

Lead high-risk follow-ups and support care coordinators in the DC Mental Health Access in Pediatrics program. 

Provide tele-health-enhanced consultation to families and school-based health centers, offering brief interventions and resource referrals. 

Supervise staff in the DC MAP program and participate in strategic planning to enhance participation and service delivery. 

 

Compliance and Reporting: 

Adhere to agency documentation guidelines, maintaining confidentiality. 

Write required reports for DBH/DOH and attend monthly meetings. 

Ensure program success by meeting service delivery goals and adhering to grant requirements. 

 

Team Collaboration and Professional Development: 

Actively engage in clinical supervision, team meetings, and continuous quality improvement. 

Participate in professional development, staying updated on policies and best practices. 

 

Required Skills and Experience: 

Master's degree in social work, Counseling, or equivalent (LGPC/LGSW/LPC/LICSW required). 

1-3 years of experience in outpatient mental health services or integrated care settings. 

Proficiency in Microsoft Products and Electronic Medical Records. 

Experience in an integrated primary care and behavioral health setting.

Benefits and Perks at PTWMSI: