Clinical Therapist I

Arkansas Children's Hospital Northwest • Little Rock, AR

3d

About The Position

Arkansas Children's Behavioral Health, FT, M-F, 8a-5p

The Clinical Therapist provides counseling and crisis support to clients and families seeking outpatient mental health services. The Clinical Therapist utilizes evidence-based and trauma-informed interventions to help clients manage symptoms related to their mood or behavioral condition. This role collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care, and work under the clinical supervision of a terminally licensed mental health professional.

Requirements

• 1 of the following Required: LAC, LMSW, or PLMS
• Required Masters Degree
• 1 year related field experience Required
• Master's degree in a related field of study.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in a related field of study.
• Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) - Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling
• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) - Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board
• Provisional Licensed Master Social Worker (PLMSW) - Arkansas Professional Board

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services using best practices and adapt approaches as needed.
• Perform diagnostic assessments that guide the treatment plan for individual, group, and/or family counseling services.
• Complete Master Treatment Plans to guide therapeutic plan of care and periodic Treatment Plan Reviews at necessary frequency.
• Facilitate referrals to the appropriate level of care to prevent mental health crises.
• Maintain caseload according to clinic standards and work with Access team to ensure appropriate schedule utilization.
• Complete clinical and administrative documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate understanding of child maltreating reporting laws and processes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to address the whole health of the child or adolescent.
• Attend clinical meetings, case presentations, or client staffings to ensure communication and collaboration among clinicians/providers.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees