LPCC)

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions•Lima, OH

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions (LBHS) offers a full continuum of care, including outpatient, intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization, residential treatment, psychiatric services, and medication-assisted treatment. The organization prides itself on creating a welcoming, compassionate environment where individuals feel supported. The team believes in every client’s ability to achieve recovery and rebuild meaningful, engaged lives in their communities. The Clinical Therapist position is responsible for assisting individuals recovering from addiction or mental health challenges by providing specialized clinical services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field or equivalent experience.
Active license (LCDC II/LCDC III/ LSW/LPC/LICDC/LISW/LPCC)
Must pass BCI check, all Corporate Compliance checks, and employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

Provides clinical services such as individual and group therapy, case management, and crisis intervention services to Lighthouse clients within the scope of practice and as privileged by the supervisor.
Completes the crisis and safety plan, treatment plan, service notes, transition and discharge plan, forms, and miscellaneous job-related reports about a person served in the time frame required by the center, accreditation and certification bodies, respective professional licensing boards, and funding sources.
Maintains an accurate and complete clinical record for each client served under Quality Improvement and billing standards.
Assists in program development and planning as assigned.
Responds to requests for clinical information on clients served as allowed by law and applicable rules and regulations. Verbal and written communications of Protected Health Information (PHI) must comply with 42 CFR Part 2, mental health laws, and HIPAA. The Counselor shares only information within the scope of practice and professional licensing standards.
Keeps abreast of community resources, educates clients about those resources, and makes appropriate referrals as needed to meet client needs. Activates Case Management or CPST Services as medically necessary to help remove barriers to recovery (e.g., problems with finance/poverty, living arrangements/housing, occupation, skill-building/education, and support system).
Collaborates and coordinates with other service providers involved in client care in the community to promote integrated and holistic care.
Responds to community professionals in a timely manner, after contacting Lighthouse staff.
Promotes progressive pro-social interventions (e.g., client connectedness in the community, involvement in a safe and supportive environment, participation in activities where the client finds social acceptance), and positive reinforcement strategies.
Person-centered, strength-based, and culturally sensitive approach when promoting client engagement in the community.