Therapist (Co-Responder with Dearborn Police)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Respond to mental health related 911 calls alongside police officers and provide psychological evaluations/problem identification, crisis interventions, referrals and linkage to resources for consumers who are not arrested
• Screen, assess, diagnose, create treatment plans and conduct therapeutic intervention with clients which may include observation of clients
• 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
• Coordinate services and may participate in services as part of an interdisciplinary team
• 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
• Maintain currency in areas of psychosocial rehabilitation and therapeutic intervention techniques
• Follow the funding sources requirements and the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) standards applicable to the services provided
• Conduct group therapy sessions, as needed
• Sign off on patient charts, if fully licensed
• Supervise interns, if fully licensed
• Conduct psychological testing and substance abuse counseling as appropriate based on qualifications and assigned functional area
• Lead the work of others including coaching and mentoring paraprofessionals, clerical staff and interns
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of: Biological, psychological and sociological concepts and trends Intermediate to advanced concepts, practices and procedures of crisis intervention techniques 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
• Skills in: Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications for program area and other applications, including Microsoft Office Ability to: Wear a bullet-proof vest during work Partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives Facilitate meetings, ensuring that all viewpoints, ideas and problems are addressed Objectively gather information, identify linkages and trends and apply findings to assignments Organize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines Handle stressful situations and provide a high level of customer service in a calm and professional manner Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Speak and write in English Interpret, speak and write in Arabic, Spanish or other native language of the predominant service population is preferred Maintain confidentiality of agency and client information

Education/Previous Experience Requirements

• Minimum Degree Required: Master’s degree Required Disciplines: Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field ~and~ At least 2 years of experience working in a mental health setting as a Full Licensed Master Social Worker, Full Licensed Professional Counselor, Full Licensed Psychologist, or any equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training approved by Human Resources Licenses/Certifications: Licenses/Certifications Required at Date of Hire: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) Licensed Psychologist (LP) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) CAFAS certified if the position is responsible for child therapy. 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

Working Conditions

• Hours: Normal business hours, some additional hours may be required
• Travel Required: Local travel, up to 80%
• Working Environment: Climate controlled office