Therapist II

AtlantiCare•Egg Harbor Township, NJ

About The Position

Position Summary: The Therapist/Licensed Independent Practitioner, provides individual, family, group, addictions and other therapies to clients and their families according to the privileges they have been granted.

Requirements

Master's Degree in behavioral health
Valid LCSW or LPC license or Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Two (2) years in behavioral health setting. Must be able to conduct therapy sessions in the language of the population served, if applicable. Must have specific experience with mentally-ill and behaviorally challenged youth.
Training: CSSR, Annual, Safety, six (6) hours in discipline, Heart Saver BLS/First Aid ), CPI

Nice To Haves

Additional years experience in behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities

Completing bio-psychosocial assessments and preparing a comprehensive treatment plan for all new admissions
Engages support systems and referral sources in assessment process
Provides basic case management services and documents treatment provided
Provides supervision to non -- lip staff
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate to any age/disability group assigned.
Proficient in the knowledge and skills described in the core competency curriculum for each assigned age/disability group.
Assesses client for an Initial Treatment Plan and appropriately re-assesses the client's needs throughout treatment
Completes Master Treatment Plans that are behaviorally specific and with goals and objectives that are related to client problem areas. All Master Treatment Plans indicate level of client/family involvement.
Provides competent individual, family, couples, group psychotherapy and substance abuse therapy.
Provides other therapeutic services, within scope of demonstrated competence, as required.
Provides competent crisis intervention.
Assists with case management and interagency coordination of services for clients. Makes appropriate referrals.
Provides clinical guidance and appropriate interaction with external providers.
Documents all client interactions, including all sessions with clients, families, significant others, etc. within established time frames.
Completes Progress Notes accurately, addressing treatment goals, major clinical issues and changes in mental health status.
Writes in a professional and competent manner.
Documentation must be completed within one (1) calendar day of service delivery
Productivity goals shall meet % as designated by department