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Work Shift: Day Shift Time Type: Full time Department: CC013125 Behavioral Health Summary: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. u2014 Bilingual Strongly Preferred (English/Spanish) The Behavioral Health Clinician will be an integrated member of the primary care team to assist 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. Additional Information: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. u2014 Bilingual Strongly Preferred (English/Spanish) Required Education: Master's Degree Recommended Education: Required Work Experience: Related Field - 2 years of experience Recommended Work Experience: Required Certifications: 1 of the following certifications is required - Recommended Certifications: LCSW - Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board, Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) - Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling, LMSW - Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board Description 1. Complete psychosocial assessments with corresponding therapeutic interventions to address emotional/behavioral symptoms of patients in a primary care setting. 2. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team in ways that support the primary care physician and the patient-centered plan of care. 3. Attend and participate in medical staffing and case conferences, perform chart reviews, and document treatment progress in medical record in a professional manner. 4. Maintain 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). 5. Develop positive and productive relationships with community based organizations, outpatient behavioral health agencies, and acute or residential psychiatric treatment facilities. 6. Demonstrate competency and leadership through ongoing education of community or interdisciplinary team members on behavioral health symptomology, treatment options and efficacies, and impact of trauma and mental health on overall well-being. 7. Collaborate with team members and colleagues to identify program improvement opportunities. 8. Demonstrate understanding of child maltreatment reporting laws and processes. 9. Manage time and job responsibilities in an efficient and organized way. 10. Complete care management and care coordination as needed. Arkansas Childrenu2019s ( 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 Childrenu2019s is driven by four core valuesu2014safety, teamwork, compassion and excellenceu2014which inform every action. Arkansas Childrenu2019s 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 Childrenu2019s has met the unique needs of children. But weu2019re more than just a hospital treating sick kidsu2014our 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 Childrenu2019s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the stateu2019s 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 Childrenu2019s Northwest ( provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state. _u201cArkansas Childrenu2019s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at childrenu2019s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.u201d_ Michael u2013 Business Operations Manager u201cArkansas Childrenu2019s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.u201d Linda u2013 Information Systems Analyst u201cWe are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.u201d Angela u2013 Parking and Fleet Coordinator u201cCare, love, and hope for childrenu201d Kathy u2013 Administrative Assistant u201cWhen I think of my time here at Arkansas Childrenu2019s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of lifeu201d Nick u2013 Supply AssistantArkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.