Therapist - HopePath for Families (in-CIRCLE) - Hattiesburg, MS

Canopy Careers•Hattiesburg, MS

About The Position

The HopePath (in-Circle) Program Therapist delivers mental health services to families and completes required clinical assessments and documentation. The therapist provides clinical oversight and interventions related to the Preliminary Action Plan (PAP), Crisis Management Plan (CMP), and Case Service Plan in coordination with the in-Circle Program team and CPS caseworker. Interventions are based on identified family needs and the results of assessments and service plans. The therapist collaborates with families, CPS, the in-Circle team, community agencies, and other stakeholders; supports crisis planning and intervention; monitors progress toward service goals; and coordinates discharge and aftercare planning. The role includes providing transportation when necessary, using clinical supervision, and being available for 24/7 crisis intervention as needed.

Requirements

A master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field.
A valid and current mental health certification (PCMHT or CMHT) and/or license (LPC, LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, or LMFTA) within 30 days of employment.
At least two years of clinical experience working with children and youth with serious emotional disturbances in a similar or more restrictive placement environment, and with families with complex needs.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Valid driver's license and a good driving record.
Proof of legally required auto liability insurance.
Willingness to use a personal vehicle for organization business.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with CPS, the HopePath (in-Circle) Program team, and families to address mental health service needs.
Collaborate with the case manager to develop the Crisis Management Plan within 24 hours of admission.
Review the Crisis Management Plan with each family at Family Team Meetings, case plan reviews, and after crisis interventions.
Complete programmatic assessments within designated timeframes and use assessment feedback to plan clinical interventions.
Develop initial clinical goals, objectives, and interventions for the case plan in coordination with the in-Circle team, CPS, and the family.
Facilitate the initial Family Team Meeting with the CPS caseworker and subsequent meetings as outlined and determined by the ISP.
Complete weekly case plan reviews and monitor and document progress toward service goals.
Implement clinical treatment interventions based on the case plan and the individualized needs of the family.
Provide and coordinate strength-based, family-centered clinical services.
Carry out assigned quality assurance activities and prepare required program reports.
Attend weekly staff meetings and maintain familiarity with emergency procedures.
Demonstrate sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural differences in the organization and program service population.
Promote Canopy Children’s Solutions programs and services to the public.
Assist in developing and coordinating a discharge and aftercare plan with the family and CPS from admission through discharge.
Be available to the family and provide 24/7 crisis intervention as needed.
Provide transportation when necessary.
Appropriately use and accept clinical supervision to provide quality mental health services.
Perform other related duties as assigned.