Clinical Therapist- 11-037 - SC/Bell Shelter
About The Position
The Clinical Therapist (Licensed or License-Eligible) at Bell Shelter delivers trauma-informed, participant-centered behavioral health services to individuals residing in interim housing programs. The role includes individual and group psychotherapy, behavioral health screenings and assessments, clinical diagnosis and treatment planning, crisis intervention, psychiatric referrals, and coordination with external mental health providers. The therapist works with interdisciplinary teams to support emotional stability and long-term recovery while helping maintain a safe, therapeutic residential environment. The position emphasizes coordinating with, rather than duplicating, services provided by external mental health providers. The therapist also provides staff training and case consultation, maintains clinical documentation, and contributes to group curricula and treatment protocols. If licensed, the therapist may supervise MFT or MSW trainees and interns.
Requirements
- Be a licensed or license-eligible Mental Health Clinician: LCSW/MSW, LMFT/MFT, LPCC, PsyD, or PhD.
- Have at least 2 years of experience as a clinician serving individuals with mental illness and/or substance abuse issues.
- If licensed, be able to supervise trainees and interns.
- If the candidate has a substance abuse history, have five years of continuous sobriety with an ongoing program of recovery.
- Maintain a current TB test and CPR/First Aid Certification.
- Be able to meet deadlines and work with attention to detail.
- Have advanced computer and data-entry skills for statistical reporting and presentations.
- Be able to assess, diagnose, and create treatment plans for clients with psychiatric disorders.
- Be able to effectively facilitate group therapy and psychoeducational groups.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with people experiencing homelessness in a residential setting.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group psychotherapy using trauma-informed and evidence-based practices.
- Conduct behavioral health screenings, assessments, and evaluations, including suicide, homicide, and grave disability risk assessments.
- Formulate clinical diagnoses and develop individualized treatment plans in coordination with clients and case managers.
- Refer clients to psychiatric care and other community mental health services as needed.
- Use solution-focused and trauma-informed interventions to help clients manage symptoms and develop healthier coping behaviors.
- Facilitate psychoeducational and skill-building groups, including substance use disorder counseling.
- Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support, helping clients develop crisis response and emotional regulation skills.
- Conduct emergency sessions for clients in emotional distress or crisis.
- Facilitate conflict mediation between clients or between clients and staff.
- Support clients in understanding and engaging with mental health treatment plans and recommendations.
- Coordinate care as a liaison with external mental health providers, DMH staff, and other service partners.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and assist in creating or enhancing client service plans.
- Assist case managers with clinically informed care strategies for complex cases.
- Provide in-service training and case consultations to shelter staff on mental health awareness, trauma-informed care, and de-escalation techniques.
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation, including session notes, assessments, confidentiality forms, and progress updates in HMIS and/or designated software.
- Contribute to group curricula and clinical treatment protocols.
- If licensed, provide clinical supervision to MFT/MSW trainees and interns in accordance with licensing board standards.
- Help create and sustain a therapeutic, supportive environment grounded in clients’ strengths and life experiences.
- Help clients recognize the value of engaging in mental health and substance use treatment.
- Complete other duties as assigned by the Director of Clinical Programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
