Behavioral Clinician

Athelas Institute•Columbia, MD

About The Position

Athelas is a seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) to provide therapeutic services to individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities and Mental Health diagnoses. The clinician will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, provide counseling, and collaborate with a interdisciplinary team to assist the people supported in achieving their goals. The Clinician will partner with people supported and their interdisciplinary teams to assist in the development, implementation, monitoring, and revisions of behavior support plans. In order to meet these requirements at Athelas Institute, Inc., the following will be necessary:

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field and an LCPC, LCSW-C or LCSW. license required.
Ability to enter clinical supervision with our onsite board approved supervisors.
At least one year of professional experience providing behavioral supports and mental health counseling for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Ability to work autonomously, in ambiguous situations with little direction, running toward problems without being asked; solutions oriented.
Ability to remain flexible, calm under pressure and adaptive to changing situations.
Experience working across cultural, geographic, and programmatic lines to positively support people served.
Excellent oral and written communications; strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage positive communication in difficult situations and the ability to provide candid/constructive feedback.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and knowledge of outcome systems required.
Knowledge and ability to practice / teach positive behavioral supports and trauma informed care best practices
Understanding of applied behavioral analysis
Able to quickly learn Agency policies and procedures
Able to communicate effectively with the public and employees in a professional, positive and friendly manner
Able to handle multiple tasks
Able to adjust in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating flexibility
Able to keep complete, thorough, and accurate records
Able to use a computer and computer software
Must have excellent judgement skills
Person must be able to walk, stand, and sit for up to 8 hours
Person must be able to successfully demonstrate all Mandt Systems training physical interventions and techniques, to include assisting supported person to standing, providing assistance with ambulation, physical releases, and physical restraints.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
Provide individual, group, and family therapy.
Utilize evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
Support clients in crisis situations and develop safety plans.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with HIPAA and agency policies.
Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
Assist in the development and monitoring of behavior support plans.
Complete initial and ongoing assessments (such as Behavioral Functional Assessments, preference assessments, etc.) necessary for plan implementation;
Attend meetings as scheduled for annual support team meetings and interim meetings regarding behavioral concerns for persons served.
As assigned, provide coaching and clinical guidance to Behavioral Health Associates
Participate as an active member of the Behavioral Health team, including supervision sessions, collaborating to provide coverage for clinician absences, sharing expertise and clinical impressions with team members, and attending staff meetings and trainings.
Support behavioral health quality initiatives and special projects.
Work with and coordinate care with interdisciplinary team including but not limited to care providers, Coordinators of Community Services, allied healthcare professionals, etc.
Complete billing forms.
Research adaptive and therapeutic equipment as recommended by the Clinical team.
Attend all required trainings to include all DDA mandated trainings, all Athelas Institute, Inc. required trainings, and all trainings assigned by the Director of Clinical & Behavioral Supports.
Attend and actively participate in all scheduled meetings.
Staff will be required to utilize agency electronic systems for communication, time and attendance, progress notes, incident report filing, etc.
Complete and maintain required trainings in accordance with DDA/State/Company regulations.
Travel to various agency sites and work in a mobile setting.
Other duties as may be assigned by the Director or designee.