Behavioral Health Counselor, Bariatric Surgery - Dover NH

Wentworth-Douglass Physicians Organization (WDP)
United States, New Hampshire, Dover
10 Members Way (Show on map)
Jan 01, 2025
We're offering a generous sign-on bonus of $10,000.00 to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process! We are seeking a full-time, 40-hour Licensed Integrated Behavioral Health Provider (IBHP) to join our growing bariatric surgery team! As a core member of our care team, the IBHP will provide full Psycho-Social Evaluation for Bariatric Surgery candidates as well as provide time-limited behavioral health support after the surgery. This position requires advanced skills in utilizing evidence-based screening tools, conducting thorough assessments using a biopsychosocial model, and delivering brief evidence-based interventions including psychoeducation, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Problem Solving Therapy, Behavioral Activation, and other short-term solution-focused interventions for patients. Existing knowledge or deep interest in acquiring training in Bariatric Health issues is required. It is highly beneficial for the individual in this position to be confident in their skills and decision-making, organized in their follow-up with patients and providing clear guidelines, and comfortable speaking in front of and running support groups in addition to the individual sessions for patients. Required Over 5 years of independent counseling at the LICSW level with children, families, and adults; specialty certifications in areas such as substance abuse, crisis, or grief. LICSW, LCMHC, LMFT Licensed in NH Knowledge of medical terminology. Preferred 3-5 years of independent counseling at the licensed level Experience Preferred/Desired ME licenses preferred Ability to organize time and establish priorities; ability to communicate in written, electronic, and verbal formats Ability to give and receive information over the telephone; ability to make effective judgments and decisions based on objective criteria. Ability to work in a stressful environment handle sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality. Ability to stay Calm, reassuring, empathetic demeanor; flexible, and professional in interactions with people at all levels Ability to work with a wide range of patient conditions, personalities, and cultures and provide good internal and external customer service. Ability to operate a computer. Ability to assess and diagnose mental disorders and treatment using multiple modalities of acceptable practice. Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.