Behavioral Health Therapist – Mobile Crisis

North Key Community Care is seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist – Mobile Crisis. This position will be full-time on-site, Monday-Friday 11:00 AM-7:30 PM, flexible as needed. You MUST be INDEPENDENTLY licensed in KY.

• Salary: $75,000 (Independently licensed)
• Potential for up to 12% contingency bonus
• Generous plan for paid time off (PTO) (Up to 16 days the first year)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Individual and family insurance coverage:
  Various medical, vision, and dental plans to choose from
• HSA Employer match up to $1000, depending on the plan
• 401(k) with employer match
• Professional Development
• Potential eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

• Master’s Degree or above in a clinical field of study related to behavioral health from an accredited institution.
• Licensed independently in Kentucky
• Relevant education, training, experience, knowledge, and expertise to meet the needs of clients through individual, family, and group therapy.
• Ability to operate an Electronic Health Record and other technology as necessary.
• This position requires travel and reliable transportation.

• Implement and maintain the Behavioral Healthcare program's philosophy, principles, and procedures in all facets of performance related to the assigned treatment program.
• Provide services and conduct self in a manner consistent with the professional Code of Conduct of North Key Community Care.
• Respond in person as part of a team to individuals in crisis in community-based settings, including homes, schools, hospitals and other locations.
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to de-escalate crises and develop effective safety plans.
• Assess and/or provide education to clients and their support systems regarding appropriate next steps for ongoing safety and treatment.
• Complete clinical assessments to assess behavioral health symptoms, functionality, and current risk level.
• Diagnose identified mental health and/or substance use disorders.
• Recommend clinically appropriate level of care treatment recommendations based on behavioral health assessment and treatment plans and assist in obtaining necessary resources as indicated.
• Collaborate with community providers, including law enforcement and hospital staff, to establish an appropriate community response to identified individuals.
• Complete crisis evaluations, including involuntary evaluations (202
  
  As and/or Assisted Outpatient Treatment), school safety evaluations, Urgent Care assessments, or other crisis assessments.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation regarding assessments and referrals.
• Collaborate with other members of the treatment team to ensure appropriate follow-up care is provided to the client and/or support system.
• Meet all documentation requirements as defined by North Key policies.
• Ensure continuous reimbursable sessions for assigned clients.
• Fully participate in staff development opportunities offered to enhance professional growth, especially to maintain license, certification, or identified program performance skills.
• Utilize most appropriate evidence-based practice(s) to address clients' needs.
• Develop treatment plans for clients based upon client’s own words regarding areas of needs, their diagnoses and symptoms, utilizing discipline-informed theories and interventions.
• Participate in planned supervision and case consultation conferences as necessary.
• Come prepared to meetings and keep the supervisor informed of completed tasks.

• Assist in other crisis program functions as needed and perform other duties as assigned.
• Adhere responsibly to all North Key policies and procedures.
• Adhere to confidentiality in all matters about client information.
• Maximize efficiency and effective use of time in maintaining…