Clinical Therapist Engagement and Diversion ACT Team $5,000 retention bonus

The Providence Center•Providence, RI

About The Position

The Clinical Therapist on the Engagement & Diversion ACT Team provides outpatient psychotherapy at The Providence Center or in the community as part of its Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) capacity. The therapist serves an assigned caseload and may also provide services to other clients in Center programs. Services include required in-person contacts in office- and community-based settings, with service intensity meeting program standards. The role provides individual, group, and family therapy for mental health and/or substance use issues using various treatment modalities, including evidence-based practices. The therapist conducts psychosocial assessments and mental status examinations; develops individualized care plans with clients, families as appropriate, and the care team; responds to clinical emergencies and crisis situations; and coordinates care with providers and community agencies. The role also includes community-based outreach, home visits, school meetings, support with daily living and life skills, client transportation as needed, and timely clinical documentation. The therapist must comply with agency policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements, and participate in team meetings, trainings, case presentations, professional development, committees, and agency initiatives as assigned. The position is eligible for a $5,000 retention bonus.

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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the Human Services field.
Bilingual Spanish.

Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, and family therapy for mental health and/or substance use issues using various treatment modalities, including evidence-based practices.
Serve an assigned caseload and provide services to other clients in Center programs as needed, meeting program standards for service intensity and in-person contacts in office- and community-based settings.
Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and mental status examinations.
Provide evaluations and monthly reporting to external agencies.
Develop, present, and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the care team, clients, and their families as appropriate.
Identify, assess, and respond to clinical emergencies and crisis situations, including suicide risk and danger to others.
Perform 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, other providers, and community agencies to coordinate care.
Use psychiatric consultation and determine appropriate levels of care within the continuum.
Apply knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses as outlined in 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 to promote independence, 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 activities necessary to maintain valid licensure or certification.
Serve on committees and participate in agency initiatives as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned to support client goals and program needs.