Licensed Behavioral Health Specialist - Fire Department Occupational ClinicValor Healthcare, Inc.

Valor Healthcare, Inc.

Description:

About Valor Healthcare

Valor Healthcare is a veteran- and physician-led provider of healthcare services for deserving, resilient patriots – including those who serve or have served in the military as well as those who devote their careers to government service. We aim to deliver high-quality care in a way that upholds the health of our nation’s greatest asset: its people. Valor works hard to earn the trust of those who have faith in us to care for them with respect and through methods that lead to superior clinical outcomes.

Incumbents are encouraged to apply!

 

This contract will provide occupational medicine health services and electronic health records management for sworn staff from both the City of Phoenix (City) Fire and Police Departments as well as public safety personnel assigned to other jurisdictions throughout the region who have contracted with Phoenix Fire Department Health and Wellness Center (PFDHWC) for these services.

Job Responsibilities: 

•  Aid and coordinate psychological services to all Fire Department sworn members. 
• Responsible for members who are utilizing the Traumatic Event Counseling (TEC) benefit and off the truck, require 30-day follow-up and work status check. 
• Manage employees’ treatment and work status who have been remanded by Fire Human Resources. 
• Standby, callout, and off campus responsibilities as needed. 
• Instructor for fire academy to educate new members on PFDHWC mental health purpose. 
• Responsible for any projects or research deemed necessary. 
• Coordinate time off and return to work for the members off the truck and while utilizing the TEC benefit with PFD Staff in the HWC. 
• Consult with new PFD recruit candidates and incumbents who are participating in the PFD Re-Entry program as needed. 
• Works closely with PFD Member Services and the contracted Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to coordinate member’s treatment and time off from work. 

Location: 50 S. 12th St., Phoenix, AZ 85034

PFDHWC Hours:

Facility hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. PFDHWC Clinic hours are 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch period. 

Valor is different because of our people.

• Our leadership team is comprised of veterans, clinicians, and business leaders dedicated to providing exceptional care and world-class patient experience.
• Many of our colleagues have patriots in their families or are patriots themselves, building a company culture and commitment to customer service that is second to none.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five years of experience in behavioral health medicine. 
• Current M.D or D.O. license in the State of Arizona or 
• Current Registered Nurse license and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in the State of Arizona. 
• Nationally certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). 
• Current DEA number. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of and experience with the IAFF/IAFC Wellness Fitness Initiative, NFPA 1582 and OSHA 1910 relating to firefighters. 
• Experience with tactical athletes in a first responder environment. 

This job is CONTINGENT upon contract award, client approval, completion of a favorable background investigation, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust / High Risk clearance.

Final compensation will be based on relevant factors including work experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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