Therapist (Behavioral Health)

ACCESS•Dearborn, MI

57d

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Therapist uses extensive knowledge and skills obtained through education and experience to perform responsible and difficult professional casework. Provides intensive therapy involving complex social problems and treatment plans. May provide a wide array of social work functions such as assessment interviews, counseling, or case evaluation. Determines appropriate methods of treatment and/or provides other social services to individuals, groups, or families. May also provide referrals to appropriate community services or financial assistance. Provides accurate and understandable interpretations of program guidelines via a client orientation program as well as maintaining proper records according to organization, state and federal guidelines.

Requirements

Masters degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field
At least 2 years of experience working in a mental health setting as a Licensed Master Social Worker, or a Licensed Professional Counselor, or a Licensed Psychologist, or any equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training approved by Human Resources
Valid drivers license
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), or
Licensed Psychologist (LP), or
Limited License Professional Counselor (LLPC), or
Limited License Master Social Worker (LLMSW), or
Limited License Psychologist (LLP), and
QMHP Adults - 5 hours within 90 days after the first day of employment and annually thereafter, or
QMHP Children 24 hours within 90 days after the first day of employment, and annually thereafter, and
CAFAS certified if the position is responsible for child therapy, and
May require a (CAADC or CAADC-DP) Certified Advance Alcohol and Drug Counselor
MCBAP Certified Addiction Counselor or Certified Advance Addiction and Drug Counselor may be required based on assigned functional area or ability to obtain within 6 months
Knowledge of: Biological, psychological, and sociological concepts and trends
Intermediate to advanced concepts, practices, and procedures of crisis intervention techniques
Community resources including social services agencies and crisis intervention providers
Processes, rules and regulations of various services and funding agencies surrounding the eligibility and maintenance of the services being received
Knowledge of ASAM criteria and levels of care. The ASAM Criteria defines the standards for conducting a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment to inform patient placement and treatment planning. These standards describe six dimensions that should be assessed, including: Acute intoxication and/or withdrawal potential. Biomedical conditions and complications
Knowledge of co-occurring disorders, trauma and brain development preferred
Skill in: Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications for program area and other applications, including Microsoft Office
Ability to: Partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives
Facilitate meetings, ensuring that all viewpoints, ideas, and problems are addressed
Objectively gather information, identify linkages and trends, and apply findings to assignments
Organize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Handle stressful situations and provide a high level of customer service in a calm and professional manner
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Speak and write in English
Interpret, speak, and write in Arabic, Spanish or other native language of the predominant service population is preferred
Maintain confidentiality of agency and client information

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with the SUD treatment and recovery preferred.
Knowledge of co-occurring disorders, trauma and brain development preferred
Interpret, speak, and write in Arabic, Spanish or other native language of the predominant service population is preferred

Responsibilities

Screen, assess, diagnose, create treatment plans and conduct therapeutic intervention with clients which may include observation of clients and/or conducting psychological testing
Provide interpretation of assessment and diagnosis and ensure understanding of treatment plan which may include interpretation of medical records, as needed
Formulate measurable goals and objectives in accordance with clients needs
Participate in treatment team conferences which may include other professionals, family members and referral sources
Research and locate available help outlets based on identified needs of the client which may include both in-house and external referrals
Provides coordination of services and may participate in services as part of an interdisciplinary team
Follow up on the various services the client was referred to ensure participation and program compliance which may involve reviews conducted in clients home or other location
Review, discuss and determine progress towards goals and formulate measure goals
Document all services in compliance with the agencys quality assurance plan
Report on program progress at required intervals per funding guidelines
Maintain agency confidentiality and clients privacy in accordance to the agencys policies and procedures 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA
Maintain currency in areas of psychosocial rehabilitation and therapeutic intervention techniques
Follow the funding sources requirements and the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) standards applicable to the services provided
Conduct group therapy sessions, as needed
May sign off on patient charts, if fully licensed
May supervise interns, if fully licensed
May conduct psychological testing and substance abuse counseling as appropriate based on qualifications and assigned functional area
May translate and interpret information for non-English speaking clients, as needed
May lead the work of others including coaching and mentoring paraprofessionals, clerical staff and interns
Ensures that clients in SUD programming are receiving the necessary clinical care to progress in completion of their treatment goals
Fully licensed therapists will provide licensure supervision to limited licensed therapists and/or interns
Operate standard office equipment and use required software applications
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned