Clinical Therapist CCBHC $5,000 retention bonus

The Providence Center•Providence, RI

About The Position

The Clinical Therapist CCBHC ACT II Team 1E provides individual, group, and family therapy to clients with mental health and/or substance use concerns. The role involves comprehensive assessments, individualized treatment planning, evidence-based interventions, crisis response, and coordination with internal teams and community partners. The therapist supports client recovery while meeting documentation, ethical, and regulatory requirements. Services may be delivered in office, community, school, or client-home settings, and the position may be based at various Center locations.

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.
Skill in crisis assessment, risk management, and de-escalation, with the 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 establish trust with diverse individuals and community partners.
Cultural competence and commitment to equitable and inclusive services.
Ability to work independently and be self-directed.
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, or carry supplies or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and occasionally bend, stoop, crouch, or kneel.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the human services field.
Eligibility for Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) designation.
Bilingual ability. For positions designated bilingual, proficiency in the required language is mandatory and a 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 issues using varied treatment modalities, including evidence-based practices.
Serve assigned clients at the service intensity required by program standards, including required in-person contacts in office and community settings, and provide services to 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 crises, including suicide risk and danger to others; provide crisis intervention and risk management, escalating to appropriate resources when indicated.
For Clinical Therapists who are QMHPs, complete crisis evaluations as indicated.
Collaborate with the care team, other providers, and community agencies to coordinate care; use psychiatric consultation and determine appropriate levels of care.
Apply knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses as outlined in the DSM-5-TR.
Attend team meetings and case reviews to share updates and address client challenges collaboratively.
Conduct home visits, school meetings, and community outreach to support clients in their natural environments.
Support 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, and perform other duties as assigned to support client goals and program needs.