THERAPIST-MCERT

Job Responsibilities

• Treatment of clients through therapy (group, individual, family)
• Crisis Management
• Direct Clinical Services for adults and children with a range of mental health needs
• Obtain Therapist Certification of License as required by the Department of Mental Health and maintain Certification/License in good standing
• Build collaborative professional partnerships with community stakeholders including local police department, sheriff's department and hospital(s)
• Assess individuals in need to determine appropriate services/interventions/resources and refer as needed
• Be available 24/7 to triage individuals in need via telephone and/or face-to-face contact
• Research and implement latest effective crisis response techniques
• Work with local authorities, on site when warranted, to assess mental health needs during law enforcement interventions
• Provide individual, group and family therapy
• Accurately and timely complete initial intakes, CTP's, periodic reviews and annual CTP's as needed
• Participate in treatment team meetings with other staff members
• Participate in in-center emergency system and hospital consultations as needed
• Conduct civil commitment pre-screening evaluations as needed
• Provide case and/or program consultation with family and outside resources (agencies) as needed
• Provide on-site monitoring for PSR Program as required by DMH Operational Standards
• Provide Targeted Case Management services to all assigned individuals to assist with resource coordination and treatment plan review/coordination
• Meet all productivity, paperwork and other quality assurance expectations as specified by the program coordinator
• Treat individuals receiving services, family members, staff, volunteers, visitors, government agencies, and the general public with respect, dignity, and courtesy at all times
• Adhere to all Department of Mental Health Standards, Division of Medicaid Standards, and maintain respect for all other Life Help policies, procedures, and management decisions
• Respect and uphold the confidentiality of individuals receiving services, their family members, colleagues, and any sensitive situations arising within the agency
• Refrain from malicious gossip at all times
• Participate in all training required for your specific position and by the agency at large
• Perform other specific duties as assigned by your supervisor/manager/coordinator
• Must possess leadership ability, organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and must possess the willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Mental Health Field
• Eligible to meet DMH Certification/Licensure requirements for Therapist
• Valid Mississippi Driver's License