Clinical Therapist-Child and Adolescent

Preventive Measures•Decatur, GA

6d•$30 - $50

About The Position

Clinical Therapists deliver integrated mental health and substance abuse services to children and adolescents. The role assesses, diagnoses, and treats mental health and substance-related disorders using evidence-based therapies, and develops individualized treatment plans that address each client’s needs and goals. Therapists provide ongoing care, crisis intervention when needed, client and family education, and coordination with healthcare professionals and community resources. They maintain confidential clinical records, submit documentation within 48 hours of service completion, and prepare discharge summaries.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
Current, valid state licensure as a clinical psychologist, LCSW, LPC, or LMFT, or associate licensure as an LMSW, LAPC, or AMFT.
At least two years of clinical therapy experience, with demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessment and treatment.
Experience with electronic health records and clinical documentation software.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build therapeutic alliances and work effectively with diverse populations.
Commitment to ethical practice and professional and legal confidentiality requirements.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Use sound clinical judgment in assessments, diagnostic criteria, clinical formulations, and triage decisions.
Conduct thorough biopsychosocial assessments and develop and implement client-driven treatment plans using evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Conduct diagnostic evaluations to understand clients’ needs and challenges.
Provide individual, family, and group therapy for conditions including substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Continually assess client situations and provide appropriate ongoing treatment.
Maintain confidential records of client interactions, progress notes, and treatment plans.
Submit clinical documentation within 48 hours of completing the service.
Prepare discharge summaries.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, APRNs, and case managers, as well as community resources, to coordinate care and advocate for client needs.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences to discuss cases, share clinical insight, and improve treatment strategies.
Engage in ongoing professional development and training.
Provide crisis intervention services as needed.
Educate clients and their families about mental health issues and coping mechanisms.
Perform other reasonable clinical tasks as assigned.