Licensed Outpatient Therapist (LPC/LCSW)

Nulton Diagnostic & Treatment Center•Milford, PA

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: P rovide evaluation, treatment planning, & individual sessions based on clinical evaluations of targeted populations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Interviewing new patients 2. Assess and treat patients 3. Establish positive, trusting rapport with patients 4. Create individualized treatment plans according to patient needs and circumstances 5. Meet with patients regularly to provide counseling, treatment and adjust treatment plans as necessary 6. Conduct ongoing assessments of patient progress 7. Involve and advise family members when appropriate 8. Referring clients to specialists if necessary 9. Contact rehabilitation centers or human service agencies 10. Scheduling and managing appointments 11. Consult with Clinical Director on cases which outstretch areas of own clinical competence 12. Consult with Compliance Director on issues of compliance 13. Help with clinical activities 14. Perform other job-related duties as assigned Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Requirements

Clinical expertise: A Behavioral Health Outpatient Therapist must have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of psychotherapy, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and other evidence-based modalities. They should be knowledgeable about current research, treatments, and approaches to mental health treatment
Assessment and diagnosis: A Behavioral Health Outpatient Therapist must be able to conduct thorough assessments of clients' mental health needs and diagnose any disorders that may be present. They should have the ability to analyze and interpret data to develop an accurate diagnosis.
Counseling and therapy: A Behavioral Health Outpatient Therapist should be able to provide effective counseling and therapy to individuals, families, and groups. They should be skilled in delivering evidence-based interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing.
Cultural competency: A Behavioral Health Outpatient Therapist should have a strong understanding of cultural differences and how these impact clients' mental health. They should be able to provide culturally sensitive care and have the ability to work effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds.
Communication and collaboration: A Behavioral Health Outpatient Therapist should have excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare providers, such as psychiatrists, primary care physicians, and other therapists. They should be able to effectively communicate treatment plans and progress to clients and other members of the treatment team.
Professionalism and ethics: A Behavioral Health Outpatient Therapist must adhere to ethical guidelines and maintain confidentiality with clients. They should have a high degree of professionalism and integrity in their work, including maintaining appropriate boundaries with clients and avoiding any dual relationships that may compromise the therapeutic relationship.
Will have to meet the criteria for being a Mental health Professional according to § 5200.3 of the PA code.
Trained in a generally recognized clinical discipline including psychiatry, social work, psychology or nursing or rehabilitation or activity therapies.
If the clinical discipline is not one of the above, then documentation proving the clinical nature of the degree is required.
Current licensure in this Commonwealth in a generally recognized mental health discipline.
Mental health clinical experience
Each outpatient therapist requires original clearances with no convictions that would prohibit hire under the Child Protective Services Law.
PA Child Abuse Clearance
State Police criminal background check
Federal criminal history background check
Knowledge of mental health disorders and treatment: A Behavioral Health Therapist should have a deep understanding of mental health disorders and their symptoms, as well as evidence-based treatment modalities for each condition. They should also be familiar with medications commonly used to treat mental health disorders.
A Behavioral Health Therapist should have excellent communication skills and be well versed in HIPAA.
Self-care and stress management: A Behavioral Health Therapist should have strong self-care practices and stress management skills to prevent burnout and maintain their own mental health.
All NDTC required trainings must be completed in a timely manner and kept current to maintain employment.
All background checks and clearances required by NDTC must be obtained prior to start of employment.

Responsibilities

Interviewing new patients
Assess and treat patients
Establish positive, trusting rapport with patients
Create individualized treatment plans according to patient needs and circumstances
Meet with patients regularly to provide counseling, treatment and adjust treatment plans as necessary
Conduct ongoing assessments of patient progress
Involve and advise family members when appropriate
Referring clients to specialists if necessary
Contact rehabilitation centers or human service agencies
Scheduling and managing appointments
Consult with Clinical Director on cases which outstretch areas of own clinical competence
Consult with Compliance Director on issues of compliance
Help with clinical activities
Perform other job-related duties as assigned