Building Name: UVMMC - 1 South Prospect StreetLocation Address: 1 South Prospect, Burlington VermontRegularDepartment: Psychiatry ServiceFull TimeStandard Hours: 40Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 80Shift: DayPrimary Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMWeekend Needs: NoneSalary Range: Min $35.78 Mid $44.73 Max $53.67Recruiter: Melissa Cummings
This person provides direct clinical mental health evaluation and individual and group psychotherapy to the patient population of individuals experiencing a sub-acute or acute mental health crisis. Included in these services are providing direct diagnosis and treatment to patients as well as case management duties such as: consultation with primary care and other referring providers in the community; assessment for admission; clinical evaluation and diagnosis of mental health disorders in conjunction with DSM and ICD 10 codes; coordination of services with Crisis and inpatient psychiatric providers if needed, prior to inpatient admission and in acute after care following discharge; both outside and internal to the Department of Psychiatry in this or other affiliates; daily/weekly case presentation at internal rounds; contact with significant collateral members of the patient support network; establishment of clinically appropriate post-treatment aftercare plan and contact with community providers/agencies/resources. Timely and accurate documentation is a must.
The mental health clinician is responsible for formulating the plan of care and coordinating treatment for the patient while in the program. The clinician is also responsible for treatment plan updates, after care planning and written documentation of the discharge plan, including all treatment interventions provided while the patient was in our care. Able to demonstrate professional flexibility and effectively coordinate high acuity patient care with multiple providers within and outside of our health network.
EDUCATION:
Applicant must have a necessary education (Master’s degree minimum in a related field). Applicant must hold current State of Vermont, Clinical Mental Health Counselor License. A valid LCMHC license is required to apply for this position. Training or certification may be required in a specific area: Case Management, Group Therapy, Cognitive Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or Substance Use Treatment.
EXPERIENCE
At least 3 years direct clinical experience post licensure in an acute or sub-acute mental health setting. A minimum 3 years direct experience post licensure providing individual, family and group psychotherapy
Training in acute crisis intervention
Training in suicide risk assessment and symptom reduction
Experience with co-occurring disorders (including substance use disorder and medical complications) and multi-axial diagnostic presentations
Familiarity with psychotropic medications and their role in treatment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills are necessary
Strongly Preferred
Training and experience in CBT/DBT approaches to acute mental health symptom reduction or alleviation.
Experience with addictive disorders and populations
Experience working with a multidisciplinary team
Additional clinical certifications and skills in specific clinical specialties are welcomed.
WHY UVM MEDICAL CENTER (UVMMC)?
UVMMC is dedicated to our patients, providing the highest quality care for patients and their families. It is a mission that defines our culture, one of teamwork and collaboration. Every employee, whether they work directly in patient care or in a supporting role, has a hand in contributing to the wellness of the patient and the community.
LEARN MORE:
· What is it like working here?
· https://www.uvmhealth.org/medcenter/health-careers/culture-and-work-environment
· Why Burlington, VT?
· https://www.uvmhealth.org/medcenter/for-employees/health-careers/life-in-vermont/about-burlington
The University of Vermont Medical Center is part of a six-hospital network serving patients and their families in Vermont and northern New York. We're not just caregivers and staff - we're your friends and neighbors, offering expertise, kind words and compassionate care when and where you need them. We are dedicated to providing you with the best medical care possible.
The University of Vermont Medical Center, along with the Robert Larner M.D. College of Medicine The University of Vermont and College of Nursing and Health Sciences, is one of 138 academic medical centers in the country. Through The University of Vermont Health Network and collaborative relationships throughout Vermont and northern New York, we are able to provide the highest quality care, informed by academic research, to patients throughout our region.
The UVM Medical Center, along with its three founding organizations, The University of Vermont College of Medicine and College of Nursing and Health Sciences, share a rich history dating back to the 1800s.
The UVM Medical Center is committed to the development of an Integrated Delivery System which provides high value health care to the communities we serve and enhances our academic mission. Our mission is to improve the health of the people in the communities we serve by integrating patient care, education, and research in a caring environment.
