Therapist

About the role

The Therapist under general supervision performs responsible and difficult professional casework. They screen, assess, diagnose, create treatment plans and conduct therapeutic intervention with clients, providing interpretation of assessment and diagnosis, formulating measurable goals, participating in treatment team conferences, and coordinating services.

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 client’s 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
• 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 agency’s quality assurance plan
• Report on program progress at required intervals per funding guidelines
• Maintain agency confidentiality and client’s privacy in accordance to the agency’s policies and procedures
• Conduct group therapy sessions, as needed
• Operate standard office equipment and use required software applications
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum Degree Required: Master’s 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, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Psychologist, Limited License Professional Counselor, Limited License Master Social Worker, or Limited License Psychologist
• Previous experience with SUD treatment and recovery preferred
• Licenses/Certifications Required at Date of Hire: Valid driver’s license, and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Psychologist (LP), Limited License Professional Counselor (LLPC), Limited License Master Social Worker (LLMSW), Limited License Psychologist (LLP), QMHP Adults - 5 hours within 90 days after the first day of employment and annually thereafter, QMHP Children – 24 hours within 90 days after the first day of employment, and annually thereafter, CAFAS certified if the position is responsible for child therapy, and MCBA or 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

Qualifications

• Knowledge of biological, psychological, and sociological concepts and trends
• Intermediate to advanced concepts, practices, and procedures of crisis intervention techniques
• Knowledge of 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
• Knowledge of co-occurring disorders, trauma and brain development preferred
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and use required software applications for program area and other applications, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives
• Ability to facilitate meetings, ensuring that all viewpoints, ideas, and problems are addressed
• Ability to objectively gather information, identify linkages and trends, and apply findings to assignments
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to handle stressful situations and provide a high level of customer service in a calm and professional manner
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to interpret, speak, and write in Arabic, Spanish or other native language of the predominant service population is preferred
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of agency and client information