Job Information
Actalent Behavioral Health Technician in Kansas City, Missouri
Job Title: Behavioral Health TechnicianJob Description
Assist and monitor the Social Worker with on-site behavioral health screenings, assessments, consultations, and referrals for patients in a primary care medical setting. Educate and discuss short-term behavioral intervention and crisis intervention as needed from the direction of the Social Worker. Document appropriate health records in the electronic medical record. Follow up to determine reliability and validity of treatment used; review notes from the provider on modification to services and service delivery. Work collaboratively with Our Client staff and local human service organizations, treatment centers, and other community-based organizations to facilitate appropriate care coordination, information, and referrals.
Responsibilities
Assist and monitor behavioral health screenings, assessments, consultations, and referrals.
Educate and discuss short-term behavioral intervention and crisis intervention as directed.
Document health records in the electronic medical record.
Follow up on treatment reliability and validity; review provider notes on service modifications.
Collaborate with Our Client staff and local organizations for care coordination, information, and referrals.
Essential Skills
LCSW
Behavioral health
Addiction
Harm reduction
Substance use disorder
Social work
Mental health
EMR - ECW
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Master's degree in social work, psychology, or counseling
Licensed in the State of Missouri as a Ph.D., LPC, or LCSW
Six months of directly related experience, including internships and/or practicums
Work Environment
Five days a week dedicated to patient access with 6-7 patients per day in 1-hour sessions. Eight hours for administrative tasks. Office hours are Monday and Tuesday (8 AM - 7 PM), Wednesday to Friday (8 AM - 5 PM). Two group sessions per week: Tuesday evening (5:30 PM - 6:30 PM) and Thursday lunchtime. As an employee of Our Client, you will be part of a culture that puts patients first, treats people with dignity and respect, encourages creativity, and strives for continuous improvement. We value exceptional service, inclusion, and belonging, and we create a safe environment for individuality to flourish.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.70
• Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,MO.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 27, 2024.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.