IHI Therapist

WELLSTONE • Cullman, AL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The In-Home Therapist assesses crisis needs and solutions to resolve immediate crises, continuously monitors client status, and provides direct services to youth, young adults, and their families. The role conducts clinical and diagnostic assessments, provides psychosocial and crisis interventions, and implements a community education and awareness program. The therapist works in the community, including schools and clients’ homes, in frequent contact with a co-therapist and medical personnel. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and provides 24-hour availability to clients and community service organizations.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social science or a related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and planning skills.
• Knowledge of community agencies and resources.
• Knowledge of Social Security, Medicaid, and the Department of Human Resources.
• Excellent five-year motor vehicle driving record.
• Reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of post-master’s experience with the SMI population is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with a co-therapist and medical personnel to provide mental health treatment in community settings, including schools and homes.
• Conduct intake assessments and CANS assessments, and make referrals based on assessment findings.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to clients three times per week for a minimum of 12 weeks in the community.
• Provide 24-hour availability to clients in the program and community service organizations.
• Help clients establish and maintain a social support system or network within the community.
• Complete required paperwork promptly and in accordance with Center and/or DMH/MR standards.
• Visit clients in their environments to assess progress toward goals and provide support and direction.
• Advocate for clients and help clients and family members understand diagnoses, traits, and treatment approaches.
• Become familiar with clients’ medications and possible side effects, and conduct medication monitoring with clients and families.
• Relay information to the co-therapist.
• Provide crisis intervention and resolution as needed or required.
• Work with Probation Offices and provide weekly reports on clients.
• Participate in in-services, required meetings, and trainings as directed by the supervisor.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision premiums.
• State Retirement participation through RSA and an optional 457b plan with a company match.
• Nine paid holidays per year.
• Ability to accrue up to 15 days of PTO per year, with unused PTO rolling over.
• Company-paid group life and AD&D insurance and long-term disability.
• Licensure reimbursement.
• Tuition discounts through learning partnerships with Athens State University, Capella University, and Wallace Community College.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level