Behavioral Health Therapist Associate - Behavioral Health Urgent Care, Non-Exempt

Monarch • Concord, NC

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About The Position

The Behavioral Health Therapist Associate in Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC) provides clinical assessments to determine the behavioral health and substance use services needed by people of all ages experiencing psychological or substance use difficulties. The role provides crisis assessment, stabilization, intervention, and service coordination, while helping maintain a safe therapeutic environment and connecting individuals to appropriate services and community resources.

The position is PRN as needed. The minimum qualification is one of the following associate licenses: LCSW-A, LCMHC-A, or LMFT-A. A master’s degree in Human Services is required. Counseling or therapy experience is not required, but one year of experience providing crisis response in a crisis management setting or service is required.

The associate maintains clinical records and licensure, follows applicable agency policies and legal requirements, participates in team meetings, training, and quality improvement activities, and may travel to community locations and outreach destinations as assigned. Other duties may be assigned by a supervisor.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Human Services.
• At least one of the following associate licenses: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHC-A), Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSW-A), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFT-A).
• One year of experience providing crisis response in a crisis management setting or service.
• Counseling or therapy experience is not required.
• Maintain licensure as required by the licensing board.
• Maintain certifications in required agency, state, and federal training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a therapeutic and safe environment and facilitate appropriate service linkages and transitions upon discharge.
• Participate in team meetings and discharge planning for individuals served in Behavioral Health Urgent Care.
• Support and educate non-licensed staff through in-service training on mental health and substance abuse.
• Interview individuals and/or families to identify presenting problems, assess mental status and dangerousness, gather psychosocial history, and assign diagnoses to guide intervention.
• Assess psychiatric crises and provide crisis intervention in coordination with other BHUC staff.
• Maintain medical records in compliance with state, federal, and agency guidelines.
• Refer individuals and families to appropriate outside agencies and community resources to address psychosocial needs, sharing information in accordance with confidentiality standards.
• Provide crisis assessments, stabilization, and service coordination to de-escalate crisis situations and support the lowest safe level of care.
• Maintain required licensure and attend educational trainings or seminars to stay current with best practices.
• Maintain positive working relationships with individuals, families, staff, agencies, organizations, funding resources, and community partners.
• Participate in the agency’s continuous quality improvement activities.
• Provide clinical consultation to other Monarch professionals as requested or required.
• Drive or travel to community locations, agencies, and outreach destinations as assigned.
• Attend and participate in required meetings and training, and maintain required agency, state, and federal certifications.
• Comply with agency policies and procedures and applicable state and federal statutes and regulations.
• Follow service definition guidelines for services provided.
• Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and assist in crisis situations.
• Complete other relevant responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may have access to comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, professional development support, and other customizable benefits and perks.
• The organization describes its benefits package as supporting full-time and part-time team members and their families.
• The organization promotes professional growth and development and promotion from within.

What This Job Offers

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