Clinical Therapist BHOP Adult Services $5,000 retention bonus

The Providence Center•Providence, RI

About The Position

The Providence Center Clinical Therapist in the Behavioral Health Outpatient Program (BHOP) provides individual, group, and family therapy for clients with mental health and/or substance use concerns. The therapist conducts comprehensive assessments, develops individualized treatment plans, and delivers evidence-based interventions to support recovery. The role responds to crises, coordinates care with internal teams and community partners, and maintains compliance with documentation, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements. The position serves clients in office-based, community, and home settings, and may be based at various Center locations. Responsibilities also include coordinating with other providers and agencies, supporting clients’ daily living skills and independence, transporting clients as needed, and participating in team meetings, trainings, professional development, committees, and agency initiatives.

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.
Knowledge of the characteristics of individuals with mental health issues, their families, and family systems.
Experience with treatment modalities, including evidence-based therapies, and standardized tools such as PHQ-9 and C-SSRS.
Skills in crisis assessment, risk management, and de-escalation, and ability to remain professional and calm during emergencies.
Knowledge of community resources.
Proficiency in documentation and electronic record-keeping systems, including electronic medical records.
Ability to collaborate with community partners and work in a team environment.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information and respond to questions from managers, outside-agency representatives, and the public.
Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse individuals and community partners.
Cultural competence and commitment to equitable and inclusive services.
Ability to work independently and with self-direction.
Ability to travel within the community with reliable transportation.
Manual dexterity and mobility; ability to regularly sit, stand, or walk and occasionally reach for prolonged periods.
Ability to lift, push, move, and/or carry supplies or equipment up to 25 pounds, and occasionally bend, stoop, crouch, or kneel.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the Human Services field.
Bilingual ability. For positions designated as bilingual, proficiency in the required language is mandatory and the language assessment must be passed no later than 30 days after starting.

Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, and family therapy for mental health and/or substance use concerns using various treatment modalities, including evidence-based practices.
Provide services to an assigned caseload at the intensity required by program standards, including in-person contacts in office and community settings, and assist other clients in Center programs as needed.
Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and mental status examinations.
Provide evaluations and monthly reports to external agencies.
Develop, present, and implement individualized care plans with the care team, clients, and families as appropriate.
Identify, assess, and respond to clinical emergencies and crisis situations, including suicide risk and danger to others.
Provide crisis intervention and risk management, escalating to appropriate resources when indicated; Clinical Therapists who are QMHPs complete crisis evaluations as indicated.
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 from the DSM-5-TR in clinical practice.
Attend team meetings and case reviews to share updates and collaboratively address client challenges.
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 supporting client goals and program needs.