CCBHC Clinical Therapist ACT II Team 1F $5,000 retention bonus

The Providence Center•Providence, RI

About The Position

The Providence Center CCBHC Clinical Therapist on ACT II Team 1F provides outpatient psychotherapy at The Center and in the community. The role includes screening, intake and assessment, orientation, crisis intervention, counseling, case management, client education, referrals, treatment planning, and consultation for program clients. The therapist provides individual, group, and family therapy for mental health and/or substance use concerns, using varied treatment modalities, including evidence-based practices. The position serves an assigned caseload and other clients as needed, meeting program standards for service intensity and in-person contacts in office and community settings. The therapist works with clients, families, the care team, providers, and community agencies to develop care plans, coordinate services, respond to crises, and support clients in their natural environments. The position requires accurate and timely clinical documentation, compliance with agency policies and ethical and regulatory requirements, and participation in team meetings, case reviews, training, professional development, committees, and agency initiatives. A $5,000 retention bonus is offered for this position.

Requirements

Master's degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
Rhode Island licensure as LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMHC-A, LMFT, or LMFT-A; certification as Principal Counselor or Counselor is accepted in lieu of licensure.
Valid driver's license, vehicle registration, current inspection sticker, and insured automobile.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the Human Services field.
Bilingual Spanish.

Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, and family therapy for mental health and/or substance use issues using various treatment modalities, including evidence-based practices.
Serve an assigned caseload and other clients as needed, meeting program standards for service intensity and in-person contacts in office- and community-based settings.
Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and mental status examinations.
Provide evaluations and monthly reports required by external agencies.
Develop, present, and implement individualized care plans with the care team, clients, and, as appropriate, their families.
Identify, assess, and respond to clinical emergencies and crises, including suicide risk and danger to others; perform crisis intervention and risk management, and escalate to appropriate resources when indicated.
Complete crisis evaluations when indicated if qualified as a QMHP.
Collaborate with the care team, providers, and community agencies to coordinate care.
Use psychiatric consultation and determine appropriate levels of care within the continuum.
Apply knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses described in the DSM-5-TR in clinical practice.
Attend team meetings and case reviews to share updates and address client challenges collaboratively.
Conduct home visits, school meetings, and community outreach to support clients in their natural environments.
Assist clients with daily activities and life skills through modeling and education, including medication management and budgeting as appropriate.
Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely records of client interactions and services, including required clinical documentation.
Ensure compliance with agency policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
Transport clients safely to appointments and activities as needed.
Foster cooperative relationships with staff, clients, and community partners.
Attend trainings and case presentations and complete professional development needed to maintain valid licensure or certification.
Serve on committees, participate in agency initiatives as assigned, and perform other duties that support client goals and program needs.