School Based Therapist; Randolph

Job Description:

Provisional Therapists 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 Provisional Therapist, 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. Provisional Therapists utilize evidence-based interventions and techniques to help clients develop coping strategies, improve their relationships, and enhance their overall well-being. Required credentials include provisional professional licenses in the fields of counseling, social work, and/or marital/family therapy.

• Provide individual, group, family and/or other practical counseling 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.

• 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…