D105 - Adult MH Outpat - Clinician

River Edge•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

At River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA, employees are expected to develop meaningful relationships with patients, establishing trust and making a difference in the lives of clients and their families. We believe in supporting our team as well as our clients with our comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work culture, including health, dental, and vision benefits, paid vacation, retirement plans, and more. River Edge is currently seeking a Full-time Clinician. We're seeking an energetic and enthusiastic candidate who has a strong commitment to fostering a client-centered culture.

Requirements

Master's degree in the field of social service (e.g., Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Counseling) or related field, such as counseling. (Required)
License eligible in one of the following: LAPC, LMSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LPC, LCSW) required.

Nice To Haves

Licensed in either - LAPC, LMSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LPC, LCSW)
At least two (2) years of postmaster's experience providing mental health and substance abuse treatment in a community-based environment preferred
Demonstrate knowledge and expertise with the chronically mentally ill population.

Responsibilities

Conduct confidential behavioral health assessments to determine the appropriate level of care for clients.
Elicit client participation in the development of a solution-focused treatment plan to address important goals, objectives, and interventions.
Participate in Individual counseling, Group counseling, Court Attendance if applicable.
Complete collaborative documentation.
Identifies and provides intervention for potential crisis situations.
Maintains caseloads.
Attend staff meetings, case conferences, and training programs as designed.
Attend clinical supervision to increase skills and knowledge.
Provide clinical consultation to referral resources, mentors, family members, and others to help support clients in their recovery.
Collect and review referral information and consult with others as needed to support coordination of services and scheduling of client interviews.
If the client is admitted, coordinate the admission and intake with the appropriate staff to ensure a timely and smooth transition into treatment.
Maintain quality, up-to-date clinical records, including case notes, treatment plan reviews, discharge planning, and Outcomes.
Maintain working knowledge of treatment agencies and programs and a list of resources that can be shared with clients.
Remain in compliance with internal and external policies, procedures, regulations, and standards, including all of River Edge's policies and procedures and Quality Assurance Plan, DBHDD requirements, State Licensing standards, County Monitoring requirements, and managed care regulations.