Behavioral Health Therapist (52800)

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Position Summary:

Provides a full range of assessment, consultation and psychotherapeutic services for Mental Health, Substance Abuse and/or Co-Occurring Disorders, for identified youth. This position is community based with travel required. Services are provided in schools and client homes.

Essential Job Functions:

Engages in direct staff hours of service for assigned clients at the rate of 115 hours per month.
Conducts intake assessments/biopsychosocial evaluations for new and existing clients.
Assessments are performed in accordance with the Centers standards, policies and procedures relative to frequency, documentation and timeliness
The Intake Assessment is an integrated, longitudinal, strength-based document, reflecting a recovery oriented process, and utilizing both mental health and substance abuse diagnostic tools. The therapist is responsible for implementing this tool in accordance with the CCISC model and philosophy.
Communicates a Welcoming Expectation to the client; demonstrates empathic listening and compassion, increases client sense of safety and establishes a hopeful connection, in the process of collecting supporting information in a trauma informed manner.
Develops and maintains a written treatment plan for each client.
Written treatment plans are developed with as much participation from the client as possible and reasonable.
The treatment plan should contain be strength-based, with Recovery/Resiliency based treatment recommendations.
Conducts individual, group and family counseling activities as required.
All clinical activities are performed in accordance with the Centers standards, policies, and procedures.
Prepares written documentation for each service conducted.
Written documentation for each service conducted is performed in accordance with the Centers standards, policies and procedures.
All regulatory and reimbursement forms are accurately completed and submitted within the required timeframes
Service Activity Logs are correctly completed, with progress notes attached, on a daily basis.
Treatment records accurately reflect the nature of the service activity provided, the timeliness of services, and the outcome.
Document all clinical services and activities in accord with licensing, Medicaid, CARF standards and agency policy and procedure
Participate in case conference
Completes all orientation and mandated training activities, including E-Learning Courses, within required timeframes, and in accordance with the criteria established for this position.
Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

Certifications/Licensures:

Certification as a CAP or MCAP, in good standing by an agency approved and recognized by the Florida Certification Board is preferred at time of hire; Preference will be given to those candidates who are currently Certified;
Licensure as a LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT in good standing by an agency approved and recognized by the state of Florida is preferred at time of hire; Preference will be given to those candidates who are currently licensed.

Education:

Graduation from an accredited masters program with a degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or related field is required

Experience and Competencies:

Two-Three years of related work experience in Mental Health, and / or Substance Abuse field, preferably both.
Bilingual is preferred;
Ability to converse with consumers/families about substance and mental health issues
Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with members of a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to organize, interpret and communicate data in a comprehensive and effective manner.
Ability to network with internal and external departments and agencies.
Knowledge in the understanding and application of therapeutic techniques
The ability to develop and maintain client rapport
knowledge of generally acceptable clinical assessment procedures
in-depth and current knowledgeable skills related to psychotherapeutic treatment modalities and techniques, including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Relapse Prevention, Seeking Safety and the CCISC (Comprehensive, Continuous, Integrated, System of Care) Model.
Maintains confidential files and records
Working knowledge of behavioral health terminology
Knowledge of WestCare Mission, goals and values
Knowledge of Incident Reporting
Knowledge of HIPAA, Professional Ethics, Consumer Rights and Confidentiality
Familiarity with WestCare services and programs
Understanding of issues related to cultural identity, ethnic background, age, developmental level, gender and sexual orientation in prevention, intervention and treatment.
Demonstrates ability to work effectively with culturally diverse staff and consumers
Demonstrates respect for an individual’s cultural and ethnic values when interacting with them
Articulates a working definition of trauma
Understands the impact of trauma
Understands re-traumatization
Demonstrates a high degree of dependability.

Maintains a good attendance record.
Observes working hours
Shows flexibility and is responsive to requests from supervisor
Works independently with minimal supervision
Exhibits characteristics of good workmanship, and integrity on the job
Work time is always productive

Demonstrates ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consumers, co-workers, external partners, and regulatory agencies

Is courteous to consumers, staff, and all others.
Demonstrates tact at the appropriate time.
Cooperates with others both within and outside WestCare.
Works well with supervisor; accepts direction and supervision
Maintains a positive attitude toward work

Ensures and maintains a safe working environment.

Work area is clean and orderly.
Verbalizes, understands and adheres to agency safety procedures.
Demonstrates appropriate use of Unusual Incident Reports, in accordance with the Center’s reporting procedures

Presents a positive personal image
Dresses and maintains a professional demeanor
Excellent communication skills;
Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion;
Ability to work well in a team environment;
Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality;
CPR Certification, First Aid Certification and an annual Tuberculosis test.