Therapist, Mental Health

Description

Under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor, the Clinical Therapist provides comprehensive mental health/SUD treatment and prevention services to clients and their families in the home, community, and office settings for Family Pride of Northeast Ohio, Inc.

• Adheres to all agency policies and procedures.
• Aligns daily practice with the Agency’s mission, vision, core values, and evidence-based practices.
• Upholds the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct
• Acts as a role model within and outside the Agency
• Performs duties and responsibilities as workload necessitates.
• Maintains a positive, respectful, and collaborative attitude.
• Communicates effectively and consistently with your Clinical Supervisor and other treatment team members.
• Exhibits flexibility, strong time management skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks appropriately.
• Meets agency direct service expectations.

• Conduct a comprehensive diagnostic assessment with the client and family members to identify the client’s mental health and/or SUD needs and overall strengths.
• Develop and implement individualized, person-centered treatment plans in collaboration with client and family members.
• Provide effective, evidence-based individual, family, and/or group therapy and prevention services to children, adolescents, and adults.
• Deliver clinically appropriate interventions that support symptom reduction, skill development, emotional regulation, and overall functioning.
• Provide crisis intervention and safety planning when clinically indicated.
• Monitor client and treatment progress and update treatment plans according to agency and payer requirements.
• Coordinate care with internal treatment team members, family members, and community partners on behalf of client needs.
• Complete all required documentation accurately, on time, and in full compliance with agency policies, regulatory standards, medical necessity criteria, treatment plan expectations, and billing expectations.
• Meet the required agency weekly scheduling and direct service requirements.
• Utilize supervision to review caseload composition and capacity, service frequency, client acuity, and engagement patterns to ensure a well-balanced caseload, prevent burnout, and maintain quality of care.
• Collaborate with administrative and billing team members regarding billing and scheduling concerns, as needed, to support continuity of services and financial sustainability.
• Maintain active licensure (including NPI and CAQH) and all certifications in compliance with Medicaid, Medicare, insurance, and agency standards.
• Adhere to all ethical standards and confidentiality regulations in compliance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
• Demonstrate professionalism by adhering to all agency policies, procedures, and regulatory standards while contributing to a culture of accountability, integrity, and operational excellence.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the organization’s mission, values, and strategic goals.

• Bachelor’s Degree, master’s degree or Ph.D. in clinical counseling or social work from an accredited university
• Licensed as a clinical counselor or social worker (LSW, LISW/LPC, LPCC)
• Excellent professional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with diverse individuals, families, and team members.
• Effectively interpret and understand clients and identify a unique approach to treatment.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a demonstrated capacity to address complex individual and family needs.
• Strong organizational skills and time management skills.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality…