Job Description

Collaborative Care (LICSW or LMHC)

Position Summary

The Collaborative Care (LICSW or LMHC) clinician supports integrated behavioral health services within

MFM Health’s primary care setting using the Collaborative Care Model (CoCM). This role engages and

assesses patients, coordinates individualized care with primary care providers and behavioral health

specialists, monitors treatment progress, responds to behavioral health needs, and maintains accurate

documentation to support effective, patient-centered care. This is a full-time in-office position servicing the Beverly and Danvers locations.

What We Offer:

• Enhanced Benefits Package: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes discretionary paid time off to ensure a healthy work-life balance and a 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Professional Growth Environment: At MFM Health, we are committed to your professional development. We offer continuous opportunities for learning and career advancement in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Core Responsibilities

Patient Engagement & Assessment

• Engage patients in behavioral health care through education, support, and connection to appropriate resources.
• Conduct initial mental health assessments and screenings, including use of standardized assessment tools and evaluation of co-occurring conditions.

Care Coordination & Treatment Planning

• Coordinate communication, appointments, referrals, and follow-up among primary care providers, psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and other care team members.
• Collaborate with patients and the care team to develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans reflecting clinical findings and patient preferences.
• Monitor patient progress, track outcomes, follow up on treatment adherence and barriers to care, and coordinate treatment-plan adjustments with the care team.

Clinical Collaboration & Crisis Support

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary clinical teams and support primary care providers in addressing patients’ behavioral health needs. Provide crisis intervention support and coordinate emergency services or appropriate referrals when indicated.

Documentation, Education & Quality

• Maintain accurate and timely electronic health record documentation of assessments, patient interactions, treatment plans, follow-up, and outcomes.
• Support program reporting, performance monitoring, and quality improvement initiatives for the Collaborative Care Model.
• Provide education to healthcare colleagues regarding collaborative care practices and integration of behavioral health into primary care.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Therapy, Counseling, or Psychology is required.
• Active Massachusetts licensure as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) is required.
• Experience delivering behavioral health services in outpatient, community, hospital, or comparable clinical settings.
• Experience with care coordination, case management, or interdisciplinary clinical collaboration.
• Knowledge of the Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) and evidence-based behavioral health practices in primary care.
• Ability to conduct mental health assessments, communicate effectively with patients and clinicians, and document care accurately in electronic health records.
• Strong organizational skills, sound clinical judgment, and ability to respond appropriately to behavioral health crises.

Physical Requirements

The following requirements reflect the general physical demands of this position.

• Ability to work at a computer and document clinical encounters for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues in person, by telephone, and through electronic systems.
• Ability to move within clinical and office areas and perform duties at MFM Health practice locations.
• Ability to operate standard office and clinical documentation equipment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Pay Range: $75,000–$90,000; commensurate with experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

MFM Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from

discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to any characteristic

protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

About MFM Health:

Our mission at MFM Health is to Make Lives Meaningfully Better. We are continually expanding our practice to provide quality, comprehensive, and compassionate care to patients on the North Shore and beyond. We are committed to hiring passionate individuals who are motivated to succeed in a collaborative, patient-centric culture. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, offering services 365 days a year, drive-thru healthcare, and on-site specialty teams and ancillary services.

At MFM Health, we offer excellent benefits, top-notch training, and a vibrant work environment. We believe in celebrating our employees' successes and regularly gather for company-wide parties and events to foster strong team connections. Join us as we continue to grow, investing in our people, programs, and technology to deliver legendary patient service and further our reputation as the provider, practice, and employer of choice!