Licensed Mental Health Professional -Outpatient- CMG Piedmont Psych Center-Full time, Days
About The Position
The Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMHP) provides comprehensive mental health and/or substance abuse services as part of a multidisciplinary team. The role serves individuals receiving behavioral health services in outpatient or residential mental health and/or substance abuse and dependence treatment settings. The LMHP assesses and diagnoses clients, develops treatment plans, provides individual, group, and family therapy, conducts crisis interventions, and supports clients and their families in a therapeutic environment that promotes recovery and well-being. The LMHP completes biopsychosocial assessments and individualized treatment plans, with each plan receiving final review documented by a dated signature. The role includes debriefing patients and staff after safety events or Code Atlas incidents and communicating major incidents—including elopements, therapeutic holds, injuries, and seclusions—to the treatment team. The LMHP may serve as a preceptor to student interns and staff. Licensed professionals who have completed supervision hours and are registered with the board may also be asked to provide clinical supervision to residents and social work supervisees. Other duties may be assigned, and job specifications may be modified or updated as needed.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Human Services, such as Counseling, Education, Social Work, Psychology, or another related field.
- Current licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or equivalent; positions within Addiction Treatment Services may require Licensed Substance Abuse Practitioner (LSAP) qualification.
- AHA Heartsaver certification within 30 days of hire.
- Current CPI (Crisis Prevention Management) certification within 30 days of hire.
- At least two years of experience in a behavioral health setting, with direct experience in mental health and/or substance abuse treatment.
Nice To Haves
- Certification in a specialized area, such as trauma-informed care, addiction counseling, or cognitive-behavioral therapy.
- Previous experience in residential and inpatient settings.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate clients’ mental health and/or substance use disorders.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and the treatment team.
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
- Facilitate psychoeducational workshops and support groups to enhance clients’ coping strategies and resilience.
- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure effective interventions.
- Conduct crisis interventions and ensure appropriate referrals to higher levels of care when required.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, social workers, and case managers, to provide holistic care.
- Participate in case consultations, team meetings, and continuing education to stay current with best practices in mental health care.
- Uphold ethical standards and ensure confidentiality in all client interactions.
- Debrief patients and staff following safety events or Code Atlas incidents, and communicate major incidents to the treatment team.
- Potentially serve as a preceptor to student interns and staff.
- Potentially provide clinical supervision to residents and social work supervisees if supervision hours have been completed and the professional is registered with the board.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
