• Knowledge of Behavioral Health Interventions in an integrated behavioral health model and evidenced-based treatments for mental health conditions
• Experience with primary models used including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, problem-solving therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and behavioral activation
• Understanding of human development (child development, life stages)
• Working knowledge of psycho-pharmacology.
• Experience in proving psycho-education to individuals or groups of people
• Comfort working with both youth and adults
• Ability to use a personal computer including Microsoft Office Suite, Electronic Health Record, etc.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team

• Work in collaboration with the patient’s primary care provider and on-site psychiatric provider when appropriate
• Engage patients in brief therapy interventions for a variety of mental and physical health conditions
• Conduct suicide assessments and make recommendations to medical providers and patients, determining if Crisis Response Services are appropriate for patient safety
• Provide behavioral health services to both youth and adults that are patients of the health clinic
• Attend team huddles and communicate regularly with the care team
• Work in conjunction with the primary care team in developing care plans and goal setting
• Teach patients, families and staff prevention and intervention techniques
• Be aware of community resources and make referrals as appropriate
• Educate patients, family members and community resource persons regarding mental illness, wellness, medication and related issues
• Attend and participate in all required meetings
• Must follow Code of Ethics established by his or her professional licensing group
• Model the mission of the SWMTCHC, be a person of integrity and trust and be a team player in all facets of the job
• Understand and support the team approach
• Able to write clearly and concisely in a variety of settings and styles and complete documentation within 3 days of encounter
• Understands necessary information to communicate in written format regarding patient care
• Develop and facilitate group therapy as appropriate
• Participates in continuous quality improvement activities
• Remains current with standards of mental and behavioral health practice
• Other duties as assigned

• Master’s Degree in Social Work – LCSW preferred
• Minimum of two years’ experience working in a medical clinic, behavioral health clinic, or school setting preferred
• Previous experience working in a team setting or integrated behavioral health model is preferred

• Current Montana Licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or in-training license. Clinical supervision will be provided if needed.

Southwest Montana Community Health Center is a mission-driven, non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). FQHCs are community-based healthcare providers that receive funding from the Federal government to provide comprehensive primary care services in underserved areas. FQHCs provide care to all individuals, regardless of their ability to pay, and offer a sliding fee discount based on income. FQHCs must meet certain requirements to receive funding, such as providing services to medically underserved areas or populations, offering a comprehensive set of primary care services, and having a governing board that includes patients. Southwest Montana Community Health Center is a recognized National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH). PCMH designation is gained by meeting certain standards set by the NCQA. These standards include providing comprehensive, coordinated care, using evidence-based practices, and engaging patients in their care. Community health centers that receive PCMH designation are recognized for providing high-quality, patient-centered care that improves health outcomes and reduces costs. PCMH is our model of primary care that emphasizes care coordination, communication, and patient engagement to improve the quality of care and patient outcomes. The PCMH model encourages providers to work as a team to coordinate and manage care for patients, provide timely access to care, and use evidence-based practices to improve outcomes. The PCMH model also emphasizes the importance of patient engagement, providing patients with the tools and resources they need to take an active role in their own health care. We opened our doors in 1986 under the name Butte-Silver Bow Primary Healthcare Clinic Inc. Our main clinic is in Butte, Montana, and we have locations in Dillon and Anaconda, Montana. We offer medical, dental, behavioral health, care management, pharmacy, and clinical pharmacy services to everyone. We accept most insurances and private-pay clients, as well as uninsured or underinsured clients. Our passion is to ensure that healthcare remains accessible and affordable to everyone. Our clinics care for more than 13,000 patients annually and employs more than 150 people in our various locations.