ACTT Therapist I

Monarch • Charlotte, NC

3d

About The Position

The Assertive Community Treatment Team Therapist provides social work and therapy to individuals served by the ACTT program, supporting them in developing the skills, behaviors, responsibilities, and supports needed to live, learn, work, and participate in the community with the greatest possible self-determination and independence. The role includes assessing individual needs, facilitating independent living skills training, connecting individuals with community services and support networks, coordinating care with program staff and external providers, monitoring treatment progress, responding to changes in mental status, and maintaining accurate service documentation. The position may require driving and travel.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Human Services.
• One of the following qualifications: LCMHC-A or LCMHC; LCSW-A or LCSW; LMFT-A or LMFT.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Experience working with adults with a mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorder is not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work and therapy to individuals served by the Assertive Community Treatment Team.
• Facilitate independent living skills training, help individuals access community services and agencies, assist with developing community support networks, and assess needs on a daily basis.
• Coordinate services with program staff, inpatient and detoxification facilities, and link individuals with residential programs, self-help programs, and community resources.
• Review treatment progress and provide ongoing consultation with ACTT staff and community agencies to support consistent therapeutic management.
• Coordinate daily with after-hours staff by sharing participant information, presenting problems, and after-hours plans.
• Meet regularly with ACTT members to formulate and share information, and be available by telephone and/or pager.
• Complete intake assessments covering medical and physical condition, substance use, education, family, vocational, legal, and psychiatric history, including treatment, medication, and risk behaviors.
• Ensure timely and appropriate interventions in response to changes in mental status that may place an individual at risk.
• Document participant activities in accordance with the service records manual, including event notes describing activities, goals, interventions, and outcomes.
• Develop service plans and/or person-centered plans and screen referrals in coordination with other ACTT members.
• Participate in caseload reviews, problem-solving, planning, and daily duty assignment decisions.
• Attend and actively participate in required meetings and training.
• Maintain required agency, state, and federal training certifications.
• Comply with agency policies and procedures and applicable state and federal statutes, regulations, and service definition guidelines.
• Perform other relevant responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
• Drive and travel as required.

Benefits

• Competitive and flexible total rewards package, with eligible employees having access to customizable benefits and perks that may include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and professional development support.
• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package for full-time and part-time team members and their families.
• Opportunities for professional growth and promotion from within.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level