Behavioral Health Therapist (LCSW/LPCC)

Altru Health System•Grand Forks, ND

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Therapist (LCSW/LPCC) completes diagnostic evaluations and assessments. This position develops treatment plans and provides short and long-term therapy and referrals and maintains knowledge of psychiatric medications and identifies significant changes or high-risk situations. We have a unique program in partnership with Grand Forks Public Schools to immerse at risk children in a therapeutic learning environment with a goal of reintegration into the school setting.

Requirements

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | North Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker | Minnesota Board of Social Work | Within 12 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) | North Dakota Board of Counselor Examiners | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) | Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy | Within 12 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources
Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 Days of Start Date | Learning Management System
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

Responsibilities

Develops treatment plan and reviews assessment information with each patient.
Assesses the patient to identify needs, issues, care goals, termination and continuing care options.
Completes psychosocial assessments, diagnostic impression, counseling and referrals for individuals, couples, families, or groups using a variety of therapeutic approaches.
Identifies significant changes or high risk situations.
Processes progress notes.
Completes all billing procedures.
Makes contact with referral sources, providers and other caregivers and assures communication and coordination exists regarding patient care.
Collaborates with community resources to deliver services that promote quality outcomes and continuity of care.
Monitors program effectiveness by evaluating, initiating and participating in restructuring of current and new programs.
Performs utilization review when required.
Collaborates with Primary Care Provider (PCP) regarding the patient's progress and changing needs.
Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.