Outpatient Therapist

Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop initial assessments of individual treatment needs by way of one-on-one sessions and use of any records that are sent by referral agencies
• In collaboration with other resources—including family members, agency representatives, other agencies involved in the individual’s treatment—using behavioral health assessment tools and following guidelines established by regulatory and practice requirements, develop treatment plan goals for assigned individuals
• Maintain progress notes and progress reports, and modify treatment plans according to changes in client status
• Provide clinically appropriate treatment, including individual and group counseling, consistent with the treatment plan goals
• Utilize individuals’ natural and professional supports as relevant to assist individuals in meeting their treatment plan goals
• Assist clients in adhering to treatment plans, such as setting up appointments, arranging for transportation to appointments, or providing support
• Maintain chart documentation according to regulatory and payer requirements
• Ensure that all required paperwork is completed to standards prior to inspections by payer or regulatory agencies
• Interface with other Elwyn clinical personnel, including therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, and Certified Peer Specialists relative to the individual’s overall treatment plan, in support of the overall outpatient program function and in support of sister programs (e.g. New Visions, Partners in Recovery)
• Attend internal team meetings and other outside meetings as directed by the Director or designee with the goal to support the clients needs in reaching their treatment plan goals

Education/Experience/Skills Requirements

• Master’s degree required from an accredited university in a clinical mental health discipline, such as psychology, counseling, clinical social work, psychiatric nursing, or marriage and family therapy
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Demonstrated, intermediate experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Current, valid driver’s license in state of residence, three (3) years driving experience in the United States, and acceptable driving record
• Able to perform CPR, first aid and crisis intervention using agency trained protocols
• Excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills
• Able to utilize Electronic Health Record (EHR) / Electronic Medical Record (EMR)