Mental Health Clinical Therapist II FPA - Deerfield

Nevada System of Higher Education • Deerfield, MA

8d • $33 - $49 • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves providing quality clinical therapeutic services to patient populations and their families/significant others in a physician office or other settings. The therapist will serve as a member of the interdisciplinary team, supporting the organization's treatment program and philosophy, and assuring the delivery of quality treatment. Responsibilities include orienting and mentoring new staff to the program. The role requires demonstrating knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the assigned patient population, including understanding the physical and psychological needs of patients and responding appropriately. The therapist will conduct psychosocial assessments, develop and monitor individualized treatment plans, and provide individual, couples, and family counseling sessions. Participation in clinical team meetings, adherence to procedures and legislation in mental health/substance abuse settings, and communication with attending physicians regarding patient progress and medication management are also key. The role involves utilizing knowledge of community resources for supplemental care, transition to higher levels of care, and maintaining accurate medical records. Additionally, the therapist will participate in professional growth activities, represent Endeavor Health at community events, and contribute to committees for clinical care improvement, all while adhering to ethical, safety, infection control, and security standards.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in a recognized mental health field
• Knowledge of developmental psychology, disease pathology and clinical needs of assigned population
• Ability to maintain information which is highly confidential
• Ability to clearly summarize pertinent clinical information via written correspondence and medical records documentation
• Ability to demonstrate self-control in volatile or hostile situations
• Ability to set therapeutic limits and maintain therapeutic distance with clients; maintains therapeutic boundaries with patients during treatment and following termination
• Current State of Illinois licensure with a minimum of four letters or a Psych D which may include LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) or LMFT (Licensed Marital & Family Therapist).
• Current CPR Certification issued by American Heart Association
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within 90 days of hire
• Minimum of two years of experience in a behavioral health setting

Nice To Haves

• CADC when primary patient population is chemical dependency
• Knowledge of developmental psychology, disease pathology and clinical needs of assigned population

Responsibilities

• Providing quality clinical therapeutic services to patient populations and their families/significant others in a physician office or other settings.
• Serving as a member of the interdisciplinary team, supporting the organization's treatment program and philosophy and assuring the delivery of quality treatment.
• Orienting and mentoring new staff to the program.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of assigned patient population. This includes knowledge of the physical and psychological needs of the patients as well as the ability to respond appropriately to those needs.
• Conducts psychosocial assessments by interviewing the patient and their significant others to obtain history and identify preliminary issues for treatment focus.
• Contacts appropriate referral sources and/or previous or current tertiary care providers to inform of client’s enrollment in treatment, obtain relevant collateral clinical data and coordinate care.
• Develops, implements and monitors progress of the patient’s individualized treatment plan.
• Provides individual, couples and family process-oriented counseling sessions as appropriate using various professional treatment modalities.
• Participates in regular clinical team meetings and provides input regarding case discussions on the psychosocial, disease management and case management needs of patients.
• Demonstrates an understanding of, and adherence to, all procedures and legislation which apply to patients cared for in a Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse treatment setting.
• Informs attending physicians (psychiatrist, primary care physician or midlevel provider) in the incidence of psychotropic medication management, of client’s treatment progress and/or significant changes in emotional/mental status, which undermine client’s daily functioning.
• Petitions clients and effectively transitions them to inpatient care in the event of the need for psychiatric hospitalization.
• Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of community resources (12 step groups, support services, educational resources, etc.) to assure appropriate supplemental care or follow up services after termination.
• Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of community resources (inpatient treatment settings, recovery homes and residential treatment facilities) and medical allied staff expertise to assure appropriate transition to elevated levels of care for clients requiring more intensive treatment services.
• Maintains accurate and timely medical records including psycho-social assessments, family sessions and daily progress notes.
• Provides descriptions of therapeutic interventions and patient response for discharge planning process.
• Participates in activities that enhance professional growth and development.
• Serves as a representative for Endeavor Health by speaking about the program at community events.
• Demonstrates a willingness to participate in committees to improve clinical care.
• Demonstrates conduct in keeping with Endeavor Health ethical standards.
• Complies with Endeavor Health safety, infection control and security program.

Benefits

• Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance.
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

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