Clinical Therapist - Adult Outpatient

MISIDE•Detroit, MI

10d

About The Position

This is a professional position providing a wide range of services within the scope of the field of training. Persons in this position are responsible for providing outpatient therapy, counseling, and support services to adults experiencing severe and persistent symptoms of mental illness (SPMI) and mild to moderate mental illness. This often includes the coordination of services with families, natural supports, members of the community, psychiatrists, other team members, primary care physicians, and social service and collateral service agencies to work toward treatment goals. Assessments, testing, individual therapy, person centered planning, support services, and other evaluations may be performed based on individual need. Employees in this position function with a great deal of professional independence under the general direction and supervision of the Clinical Manager AOP Services.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work, counseling or psychology from an accredited school.
Minimum of 1 year of experience in clinical services to individuals with severe mental illness, substance use, co-occurring disorders, and personality disorders.
Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a private vehicle for day-to-day job performance, if applicable

Responsibilities

Conducts in person comprehensive assessments and evaluations
Formulates and coordinates Person Centered Planning (PCP) meetings and the development of a person-centered treatment plan
Provides direct services based upon the individual’s assessed needs to help them progress toward their person-centered goals
Provides interventions based upon individual needs such as individual, family, group, and activity therapy and referrals when applicable
Responsible for direct service productivity and documentation standards per program expectations
Collaborate with other clinical staff in planning and conducting treatment and activities
Participate in case conferences and staff meetings
May schedule psychiatric evaluations and medication reviews, as needed
Acts as a liaison between the individual/family and their natural supports or providers of services in the community
Assist the family to access and utilize appropriate community resources (community inclusion).
Act as liaison with the community and with other agencies in working toward therapeutic goals
Prepare reports for other agencies, courts, schools, etc.
Responsible for direct service productivity and documentation standards per program expectations
Maintain timely and accurate client records to ensure they meet DWIHN, CARF, and agency standards
Must meet agency productivity and performance standards
Must adhere to all requirements/standards of the Behavioral Health Telehealth Agreement
Adhere to MiSide policies and procedures
Adhere to MiSide code of ethics, and comply with local, state and federal laws
Participate in in-service planning and programming
Other tasks and responsibilities, as assigned
Knowledge of the theoretical principles and practices relevant to the clinical components of the program and ho to app with client population.
Must have a basic understanding of behavioral principles and learning theory
Ability to establish effective clinical and collaborative relationships with a wide range of people
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with employees, managers and the general public
Demonstrated excellent customer service skills and professionalism toward internal and external customers
Ability to work independently and assume self-direction
Demonstrated ability to manage time, organize and prioritize work assignments
Ability to input data, organize and manage confidential documents and records
Ability to maintain cultural awareness and sensitivity to differing backgrounds
Proficient in the use of all MS Office applications, Office 365 and familiarity with other web-based solutions
Flexibility, time management, and critical thinking skills