Mental Health Therapist for Children/Adolescents and Adults (Contract Position)- Bartow County

Responsibilities

• Upon receiving a referral, make collateral calls to the referring agency and review all documentation and notes pertaining to the family or individual’s history, diagnosis, and case plan.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to assess, treat, and support children and adolescents who have experienced trauma, behavioral challenges, and emotional difficulties.
• Submit monthly summaries on the client’s progress or lack thereof.
• Provide individual counseling services, conduct trauma assessments, and create and maintain treatment plans.
• Work closely with other clinical staff, caregivers, and DFCS case managers to coordinate care for children.
• Provide trauma-informed therapies, such as Trauma Focused CBT (TF-CBT) and Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI).
• Attend court hearings or case panel hearings to testify as requested by attorneys and DFCS.
• Track insurance units and dates of service outlined on the service authorization.
• Document all services in Electronic Health records.
• Attend quarterly contractor meetings and trainings to receive updates regarding policies and procedures.
• Maintain compliance with required DFCS and Goshen Valley Foundation trainings.

Requirements

• Mental Health Therapist will be expected to have: Master’s degree in community counseling or related field. (Social Work, Community Mental Health, Marriage and Family Therapy).
• Must demonstrate clinical knowledge and skills to provide assessment and clinical services.
• Must practice by the ethical standards of the professional association and state licensing board.
• Must submit a valid and official transcript showing proof of degree awarded.
• Valid Driver’s License with good driving record and proof of insurance meeting required 100/300/100 liability coverage, and be insurable by GVF's auto insurance carrier.
• Be of good character, and supportive of the programs, policies, and ideals of Goshen Valley Foundation.
• Complete and pass a criminal background check (DHS OIG) and other safety screenings and drug screen.
• Must have access to a computer and telephone to contact clients and document services provided.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Goal-oriented.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and accounting software.
• Effective priority and time management.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus as we serve many in this demographic bracket.

Skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer.

Pay

• $30-$48/hour counseling.

Schedule

• Contract status, Part-Time up to Full-Time depending on schedule worked.