Clinical Behavioral Health Specialist

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To identify and address psychosocial, medical, and employment issues within a claim and be actively engaged in resolution; to work in conjunction with and provide recommendations and education to the claims examiner, claimant, and clinical team; to work with the clinical team and claimant to overcome medical and return-to-work (RTW) barriers; to establish positive claimant relationships and aid in reducing litigation; and to serve as a resource to the claimant and other members of the clinical team

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology, or counseling required. Independent clinical license at the master’s level- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Certified Independent Practice Social Worker (CIPSW), Independent Social Worker (ISW), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or equivalent in colleague state required. Spanish as a second language preferred.

Experience

Six (6) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include four (4) years of clinical experience. Experience conducting psychosocial assessments preferred.

Skills & Knowledge

WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $75,000-$78,000. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.

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