Mental Health Clinical Therapist II-Per Diem Weekends-LOH PHP/IOP Mill St Naperville

Endeavor Health•Naperville, IL

82d•$33 - $49•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Per Diem position for a Mental Health Clinical Therapist II, working weekends at the LOH PHP/IOP Mill St in Naperville. The role involves providing clinical supervision, conducting psychosocial assessments, developing and implementing treatment plans, and facilitating individual, group, and family counseling sessions. The therapist will also participate in team meetings, educate new employees, and maintain accurate medical records. A strong understanding of community resources and relevant legislation is essential for effective patient care and discharge planning.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Social Work or a Master’s Degree in a recognized mental health field or a doctoral training
A minimum of two years of previous experience as a Clinical Therapist or doctoral training
Possesses the skill set to supervise Master’s level interns
Knowledge of developmental psychology, disease pathology and clinical needs of assigned population
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 discharge
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 LCP (Licensed Clinical Psychologist) unless primary patient population is chemical dependency when a CADC is required.
Current CPR Certification issued by American Heart Association
CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within 90 days of hire

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two years of experience in a behavioral health setting

Responsibilities

Coaches and mentors new hires, educating them on unit-specific clinical skills.
Provides clinical supervision to master’s level interns.
Monitors the evaluation process of students to ensure accurate skill assessments.
Maintains professional relationships with academic institutions for interns.
Actively participates on committees and councils as assigned.
Develops and delivers community education programs and workshops.
Conducts psychosocial assessments by interviewing patients and significant others.
Contacts tertiary caregivers to obtain relevant collateral clinical data.
Develops, implements, and monitors the progress of the patient’s individualized treatment plan.
Provides individual, group, and family process-oriented counseling sessions.
Conducts educational, after care support, and didactic groups.
Participates in regular clinical team meetings/staffing and provides input on patient needs.
Demonstrates understanding and adherence to procedures and legislation for mental health and substance abuse treatment.
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of community resources and allied staff expertise for discharge liaison.
Reports patient issues to community/state agencies as required by law and hospital policy.
Serves as the facility's representative in legal proceedings.
Maintains accurate and timely medical records, including assessments, session notes, and progress notes.
Schedules, attends, and documents court hearings as required.