Therapist Acute (Daphne)

Essential Functions

• Utilizes assessment data to support a DSM V, DSM IV-TR or DSM IV diagnosis
• Provides effective clinical assessment of the consumer
• Provides individual, group, family and play therapy mode, utilizing basic therapeutic models and theories according to consumer needs as stated in the treatment plan
• Formulates appropriate treatment plan along with consumer and family/guardian, as appropriate
• Affords clinical direction and training to the behavioral staff
• Assists with seclusion and restraint as required, per AltaPointe policy and procedure
• Formulates and oversees implementation of appropriate behavior management plans
• Evaluates the consumer for discharge planning or movement to a less restrictive environment and arranges such services, as needed
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve the situation
• Effectively collaborates with the treatment team members and outside sources in the delivery of clinical services
• Aids in approving movies, television programs, etc. as appropriate to program guidelines
• Affirms the certification/program standards and objectives are met
• Participates in late night, weekend, and holiday therapist rotation providing group and family counseling, crisis intervention and overseeing on-site consumer visitation facility wide (if applicable)
• Adheres to professional code of ethics
• Documents in a timely fashion per AltaPointe policy
• Documents appropriate, complete, and clinically comprehensive mental health assessments
• Documents in a clear and concise manner, types of consumer problems, treatment goals addressed, services, and techniques used
• Effectively manages caseload based on consumer needs
• Maintains current license and requirements for renewals (i.e. CEU’s), if applicable, and attends regular workshops and in-services
• Sought clinical supervision and consultation as needed
• Accepts and employs suggestions for improvement
• Actively works to enhance clinical skills
• Documents measurable and specific goals in the treatment plan
• Documents case disposition, case closings, follow-up and referrals
• Documents legibly
• Mets AltaPointe productivity standards
• Treats consumers with care, dignity and compassion
• Respects consumer’s privacy and confidentiality
• Is pleasant and cooperative with others
• Affords assistance to consumers and visitors as needed
• Personal values don’t inhibit ability to relate and care for others
• Is sensitive to the consumer’s needs, expectations and individual differences
• Is gentle and calm with consumers and families
• Actively participates in Performance Improvement activities
• Actively participates in AltaPointe committees as required
• Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner
• Accesses appropriate community resources according to consumer needs
• Follows AltaPointe policies and procedures

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, sitting, and walking which are in bursts of 5 to 10 minutes
• Occasional forward bending from the hips while kneeling to reach to the side
• An occasional need to be able to assume a full squat/lunge from a standing position
• An occasional need to maintain back extension while being on stomach with one’s own body weight on hips and legs, this position is maintained for several minutes
• An occasional need to kneel and reach to same side toward the floor
• An occasional need to put one’s own body weight on one knee and one elbow on the same side of one’s body
• An occasional need to kneel and reach to same side toward the floor
• An occasional need to lift up to 15 pounds from the floor to various levels, including from floor to overhead occasionally during shift
• A strong grasp is needed to use keys to open doors throughout the facility, and to maintain constant contact with a consumer during a restraint procedure or with other hold techniques
• A pushing/pulling force up to 25 pounds occasionally during shift
• At times, be able to ambulate in a quick manner (jog/run) for distances up to 50 feet
• Afford carrying up to 15 pounds various distances throughout the facility
• An occasional need to climb step ladders to retrieve medical records that are on higher shelves
• A fine manipulation/dexterity to handle medical records and complete documentation
• At times therapy may be inside or outside the facility; therefore, some activities will dictate physical requirements for playing or games