PRN Mental Health Therapist

Kolmac•Arlington, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health and Concerted Care Group (CCG) is a leading outpatient treatment provider in the Mid-Atlantic region, committed to treating individuals impacted by substance use and mental health disorders through compassionate, evidence-based treatment. We aim to improve the quality of life for those we serve with a client-centered mission and a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our innovative integrated behavioral model empowers our team to make a meaningful impact daily. We are currently seeking an experienced PRN Mental Health Therapist for our Arlington, VA location. This role requires someone innovative, committed to learning and developing counseling skills, and who collaborates effectively within an inter-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate is invested in patient care and brings a solution-focused attitude.

Requirements

Strong clinical, verbal, and writing skills.
Engaging with patients while promoting and maintaining accountability.
Flexibility and creativity as a team player.
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work in a program that will grow and expand over the next several years.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in the mental health field.
Experience and comfort working with an electronic medical record.
Knowledgeable and well-versed in various recovery modalities.
LGPC, LPC, LGSW, or LCSW licenses and other required credentials.

Nice To Haves

Group treatment experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Develops a treatment alliance with patients that is mutual, collaborative, and individualized, meeting changing clinical needs throughout treatment.
Facilitates mental health treatment groups in the IOP and OP levels of care.
Prepares and presents addiction/recovery education presentations to all patients.
Engages in case management sessions, including assessments, collaborative treatment goals, discharge planning, and partnership with referral sources and/or other providers.
Promotes the organization's image in a positive and professional manner.
Provides direct care up to 55% of weekly work hours depending on program and position.
Works with the treatment team to meet the co-occurring psychiatric needs of patients.
Coordinates care for all appropriate support services, including referral sources, family members, and other support providers.
Maintains timely and well-written documentation that meets state and CARF standards.
Demonstrates commitment to excellent patient care, measured through clinical outcomes such as patient retention, attendance, successful program completion, transitioning from IOP to OP, and treatment goal attainment.
Obtains signatures from licensed therapist/supervisor for documents requiring a second signature when applicable.
Carries the on-call phone for one week, several times through the year, supporting the needs of any patients in crisis outside of business hours.
Has experience with Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and trauma-informed care approaches.
Embodies the spirit of a teacher, continually demonstrating positive energy that promotes addiction recovery education and learning, both in and out of group/individual sessions.
Attends and is prepared for professional meetings, including treatment team meetings.
Other duties as assigned.