Behavioral Health Clinician II

Arkansas Children's Hospital · Springdale, United States

Work Shift:

Day Shift

Time Type:

Part time

Department:

CC ACNW Harvey Clinic

Summary:

Part-time Monday-Friday (20 hrs/wk) - Harvey Clinic in Rogers

Additional Information:

Part-time Monday-Friday (20 hrs/wk)

Harvey Clinic in Rogers

Either a LPC or LCSW required

Master's degree required

2 years of work experience in counseling or social work-related field required

The Behavioral Health Clinician II will be an integral member of the medical team, assisting in managing the overall health of the child or adolescent. The clinician will recognize, address, and monitor lifestyle or behavioral factors related to illness, injury, mental health, and/or substance use. BHCs will demonstrate competency in psychosocial assessment and treatment approaches using evidence-based and trauma-informed interventions. BHCs may also intervene during psychiatric crises, address maltreatment concerns, or provide resources related to social determinants of health. BHC II can work independently as a terminally licensed clinician, i.e., LPC/LCSW.

Required Education:

Master's degree in a related field of study.

Recommended Education:

Master's Degree

Required Work Experience:

Recommended Work Experience:

Required Certifications:

1 of the following license or registry is required - -

Recommended Certifications:

Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) - Arkansas Professional Board, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling

Description

1. Complete psychosocial assessments with corresponding therapeutic interventions to address emotional/behavioral symptoms of patients in an ambulatory setting.

2. Perform chart reviews and document treatment progress in the medical record in a professional manner.

3. Maintain a schedule of therapeutic follow-up with those patients and families for whom continued support is recommended until either treatment goals are met or care can be transitioned to a community behavioral health provider (if appropriate).

4. Educate others on behavioral health symptomology, treatment options and efficacies, and the impact of trauma and mental health on overall well-being.

5. Attend and participate in medical staffing and case conferences, perform chart reviews, and document treatment progress in the medical record in a professional manner.

6. Develop positive and productive relationships with community-based organizations, outpatient behavioral health agencies, and acute or residential psychiatric treatment facilities.

7. Recommend dispositions that prioritize patient and staff safety and aid the team in transitioning to the appropriate level of care.

8. Manage time and job responsibilities in an efficient and organized way.

9. Direct the referral efforts of Community Health Workers to ensure patients establish care or support from community-based organizations.

10. Provide clinical supervision and consultation on ethical dilemmas, safety concerns, professional practice standards, and ensure competency for LAC/LMSW to move from supervised to independent practice.

11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Arkansas Children’s ( is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas.

Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action.

Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status ( from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report ( for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology.

For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.

Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest ( provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.

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