POSITION SUMMARY 

Reports To: Unit Director/Clinical Supervisor 

Training: QPRT, Annual, Safety, six (6) hours in discipline, Heart Saver First Aid CPR/AED (HSFAC), CPI

Career Development: Therapist II ® Asst. Director ® Director

Sr. Therapist ® Prog mgr.

Position Summary:

The Therapist/Licensed Independent Practitioner, provides individual, family, group, addictions and other therapies to clients and their families according to the privileges they have been granted.

 Duties and Responsibilities:

• Completing bio-psychosocial assessments and preparing a comprehensive treatment plan for all new admissions
• Engages support systems and referral sources in assessment process
• Provides basic case management services and documents treatment provided
• Provides supervision to non -- lip staff
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate to any age/disability group assigned.
• Proficient in the knowledge and skills described in the core competency curriculum for each assigned age/disability group.
• Assesses client for an Initial Treatment Plan and appropriately re-assesses the client's needs throughout treatment
• Completes Master Treatment Plans that are behaviorally specific and with goals and objectives that are related to client problem areas. All Master Treatment Plans indicate level of client/family involvement.
• Provides competent individual, family, couples, group psychotherapy and substance abuse therapy.
• Provides other therapeutic services, within scope of demonstrated competence, as required.
• Provides competent crisis intervention.
• Assists with case management and interagency coordination of services for clients. Makes appropriate referrals.
• Provides clinical guidance and appropriate interaction with external providers.
• Documents all client interactions, including all sessions with clients, families, significant others, etc. within established time frames.
• Completes Progress Notes accurately, addressing treatment goals, major clinical issues and changes in mental health status.
• Writes in a professional and competent manner.
• Documentation must be completed within one (1) calendar day of service delivery
• Productivity goals shall meet % as designated by department

Minimal Qualifications:

Education: Master's Degree in behavioral health

Valid LCSW or LPC license or Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Experience: Two (2) years in behavioral health setting. Must be able to conduct therapy sessions in the language of the population served, if applicable.

Preferred Qualifications: Additional years experience in behavioral health setting.

Equipment Use: Computer, copier, facsimile

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position