MFT - Developmental Disabilities

Peak Vista Community Health Centers•Colorado Springs, CO

6d•$69,761 - $112,814

About The Position

Be a part of the future of behavioral healthcare! Join our integrated healthcare team at the Developmental Disabilities Health Center (DDHC) as a Behavioral Health Provider. Work as an integrated member of a specialized medical team to improve overall health outcomes for pediatric and adult patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their caregivers. By providing efficient and effective behavioral health services within a specialized medical home, you will detect and address a broad spectrum of needs with the aim of early identification, quick resolution, and long-term wellness for this unique population. A successful candidate should: Be comfortable working in the fast-paced, collaborative environment found in the primary care setting. Possess a robust background in behavioral therapy and intervention, with a passion for applying these skills to pediatric and adult patients with IDD and their caregivers. Have excellent diagnostic skills with a wide range of patients and be highly skilled in the biopsychosocial model of assessment. Be capable of assessing and treating a diverse range of children, adolescents, and adults within the IDD population. Have a refined skillset to treat complex mental health conditions using empirically validated behavioral treatment approaches (such as ABA principles, CBT, or Positive Behavior Support) via individual therapy and care-team collaboration. Possess a working knowledge of psychopharmacology and chronic diseases as they intersect with behavioral health and developmental disabilities. Be team-oriented and possess excellent interpersonal skills to navigate a multidisciplinary medical home model. Be capable of maintaining timely and professional clinical documentation in an electronic health record.

Requirements

Required licensure : LCSW, LPC, LMFT, Licensed Psychologist
Successful candidates will complete pre-employment screening; which includes, but is not limited to a Criminal Background check.
Peak Vista Community Health Centers is a drug and alcohol free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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