Master Level Clincian

Job Description:

Job Summary:

Qualified Behavioral Health Providers are trained professionals who work under the supervision of a licensed therapist or psychologist who help individuals, families, and couples address and overcome various mental health challenges. They provide a range of therapeutic services within their associated geographical region, field and scope of practice such as counseling, psychotherapy, and behavior modification techniques. As a Qualified Behavioral Health Provider, your primary responsibility is to assess, diagnose, and treat clients/patients based on their individual needs.

This involves conducting thorough assessments to understand their presenting concerns, gathering relevant background information, rendering a diagnosis, and formulating a treatment plan. Qualified Behavioral Health Providers utilize evidence-based interventions and techniques to help clients develop coping strategies, improve their relationships, and enhance their overall well-being. Required credentials include a master's degree in the fields of counseling, social work, and/or marital/family therapy.

Essential Job Functions:

* Provide individual, group, family and/or other practical therapist services in a variety of settings under the supervision of a licensed therapist or psychologist in order to meet the needs of the client/patient and their goals of treatment.

* Complete intake/screening and/or comprehensive assessment process within appropriate time frames as designated by state regulatory/accreditation/agency standards.

* Determine and document diagnosis based on comprehensive assessment.

* Develop treatment plans for clients/patients in accordance with state regulatory/accreditation/agency standards that demonstrate individualization and evolution based on information gathered from assessment.

* Participate in clinical staffing/treatment meetings, providing feedback on all pertinent cases.

* Responsible for meeting department-specific Collaborative Service Goal (CSG) requirements.

* Work closely with internal departments to ensure authorized services are approved and adequate information is provided within specified time frames.

* Document all services provided in accordance with state regulatory/accreditation/agency standards.

* Ensure that services are entered within the appropriate time frame, appropriate format, notes refer to treatment plans, etc.

* Correct any file/charting deficiencies within the appropriate time frame.

* Assist clients/patients through the transition process and complete final correspondence such as transition summary, plan, letter, etc.

* Complete all mandatory training, meeting state regulatory/accreditation/agency standards.

* Represent the agency within the community in a professional manner.

* Maintain positive, professional relationships with referral sources, clients/patients, and coworkers, adhering to Code of Ethics and agency policies/procedures.

* Handle crisis situations as they arise. Participates in or coordinates emergency services in order to provide rapid aid in cases of crisis.

* Assist with providing professional/clinical supervision to individuals in training once all professional requirements have been met.

* Facilitate group counseling, group education, family therapy, and individual sessions including specialty services such as trauma and co-occurring therapy.

* Provide training and guidance on clinical issues that may arise and evidenced based practices.

* Provide clinical consultation to treatment team members when necessary.

* Demonstrate interest in long term and short term goals and objectives of the company.

* Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Must have training and demonstrate expertise regarding diagnostic criteria of individuals with substance use disorders and/or mental health issues.

* Thorough knowledge of caseload management and rehabilitation methods, principles and techniques as they relate to mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment services.

* Detailed knowledge of the problems encountered by persons with mental health and/or substance use disorders.

* Considerable knowledge of the methods and modalities as well as the legal requirements and court procedures related to treating mental health and/or substance use disorders.

* Knowledge of supervisory and training techniques and practices used in a mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment setting.

* Aptitude to develop, coordinate, and evaluate services within assigned programs.

* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals.

* Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

* Capable of communicating ideas clearly and effectively verbally and in writing to produce clear and concise reports.

* Able to establish effective relationships via telephone or telehealth and personal contacts.

* Able to follow direction and accept supervision.

Experience and Education

Qualifications:

* Must possess at…