Therapist

Job Title: TherapistJob Status: Full-timeJob Summary: Under general supervision, the Therapist uses extensive knowledge and skills obtained through education and experience to perform responsible and difficult professional casework. Provides intensive therapy involving complex social problems and treatment plans. May provide a wide array of social work functions such as assessment interviews, counseling, or case evaluation. Determines appropriate methods of treatment and/or provides other social services to individuals, groups, or families. May also provide referrals to appropriate community services or financial assistance. Provides accurate and understandable interpretations of program guidelines via a client orientation program as well as maintaining proper records according to organization, state and federal guidelines.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Screen, assess, diagnose, create treatment plans and conduct therapeutic intervention with clients which may include observation of clients and/or conducting psychological testingProvide interpretation of assessment and diagnosis and ensure understanding of treatment plan which may include interpretation of medical records, as neededFormulate measurable goals and objectives in accordance with clients needsParticipate in treatment team conferences which may include other professionals, family members and referral sourcesResearch and locate available help outlets based on identified needs of the client which may include both in-house and external referralsProvides coordination of services and may participate in services as part of an interdisciplinary teamFollow up on the various services the client was referred to ensure participation and program compliance which may involve reviews conducted in clients home or other locationReview, discuss and determine progress towards goals and formulate measure goalsDocument all services in compliance with the agencys quality assurance planReport on program progress at required intervals per funding guidelinesMaintain agency confidentiality and clients privacy in accordance to the agencys policies and procedures 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAAMaintain currency in areas of psychosocial rehabilitation and therapeutic intervention techniquesFollow the funding sources requirements and the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) standards applicable to the services providedConduct group therapy sessions, as neededMay sign off on patient charts, if fully licensedMay supervise interns, if fully licensedMay conduct psychological testing and substance abuse counseling as appropriate based on qualifications and assigned functional areaMay translate and interpret information for non-English speaking clients, as neededMay lead the work of others including coaching and mentoring paraprofessionals, clerical staff and internsEnsures that clients in SUD programming are receiving the necessary clinical care to progress in completion of their treatment goalsFully licensed therapists will provide licensure supervision to limited licensed therapists and/or internsOperate standard office equipment and use required software applicationsPerform other duties and responsibilities as assignedKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of:Biological, psychological, and sociological concepts and trendsIntermediate to advanced concepts, practices, and procedures of crisis intervention techniquesCommunity resources including social services agencies and crisis intervention providersProcesses, rules and regulations of various services and funding agencies surrounding the eligibility and maintenance of the services being receivedKnowledge of ASAM criteria and levels of care. The ASAM Criteria defines the standards for conducting a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment to inform patient placement and treatment planning. These standards describe six dimensions that should be assessed, including: Acute intoxication and/or withdrawal potential. Biomedical conditions and complicationsKnowledge of co-occurring disorders, trauma and brain development preferredSkill in:Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications for program area and other applications, including Microsoft OfficeAbility to:Partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectivesFacilitate meetings, ensuring that all viewpoints, ideas, and problems are addressedObjectively gather information, identify linkages and trends, and apply findings to assignmentsOrganize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlinesHandle stressful situations and provide a high level of customer service in a calm and professional mannerCommunicate effectively, both orally and in writingSpeak and write in EnglishInterpret, speak, and write in Arabic, Spanish or other native language of the predominant service population is preferredMaintain confidentiality of agency and client informationEducational/Previous Experience Requirements:Minimum Degree Required:o Masters degreeRequired Disciplines:o Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field~and~At least 2 years of experience working in a mental health setting as a Licensed Master Social Worker, or a Licensed Professional Counselor, or a Licensed Psychologist, or any equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training approved by Human Resources. Previous experience with the SUD treatment and recovery preferred.Licenses/Certifications:Licenses/Certifications Required at Date of Hire:o Valid drivers license, ando Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), oro Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), oro Licensed Psychologist (LP), oro Limited License Professional Counselor (LLPC), oro Limited License Master Social Worker (LLMSW), oro Limited License Psychologist (LLP), ando QMHP Adults - 5 hours within 90 days after the first day of employment and annually thereafter, oro QMHP Children 24 hours within 90 days after the first day of employment, and annually thereafter, ando CAFAS certified if the position is responsible for child therapy, ando May require a (CAADC or CAADC-DP) Certified Advance Alcohol and Drug Counseloro MCBAP Certified Addiction Counselor or Certified Advance Addiction and Drug Counselor may be required based on assigned functional area or ability to obtain within 6 monthsWorking Conditions:Hours: Normal business hours, some additional hours may be requiredTravel Required: Local travel, up to 10%Working Environment: Climate controlled office