Therapist- Full Time

Responsible for assisting individuals with mental illness and/or substance use disorders to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments as well as provide clinical guidance as they move towards recovery.

Essential Job Functions:

• Complete intake/screening and/or comprehensive assessment process within appropriate time frames as designated by state regulatory/CARF/agency standards.
• Determine and document diagnosis based on comprehensive assessment.
• Develop treatment plans for clients in accordance with state regulatory /CARF guidelines that demonstrate individualization and evolution based on information gathered from assessment.
• Complete all correspondence in a timely fashion.
• Participate in clinical staffing/treatment meetings providing feedback on all pertinent cases.
• Adhere to weekly service provision model.
• Work closely with insurance department to ensure authorized services are approved and adequate information is provided within specified time frames.
• Document all services provided in accordance with DMH/CARF/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 appropriate time frame.
• Assist clients through transition process and complete final correspondence such as transition summary, plan, letter, etc.
• Complete all mandatory trainings meeting state regulatory /CARF Standards, obtaining 36 hours of training every 2 years with focus on EBP and improved clinical skill sets (MO) and 40 hours of training every 2 years with 3 hours being Ethics (KS)..
• Represent the agency within the community in a professional manner.
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with referral sources, clients, and coworkers, adhering to Code of Ethics and agency policies.
• Handle crisis situations as they arise.
• Assist in Professional Supervision 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.
• Demonstrates interest in long term and short term goals and objectives of the company.
• Other duties as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor, Program Director, Vice President, or the Executive Team members..

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Shall have training and demonstrate expertise regarding diagnostic criteria of individuals with substance use disorders and mental health issues.
• Thorough knowledge of caseload management and rehabilitation methods, principles and techniques as they relate to mental health and 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 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 program.
• Capable of communicating ideas clearly and effectively verbally and in writing to produce clear and concise reports.

Experience and Education Qualifications:

• Currently hold or be willing to obtain SQP certification for SATOP assessments within 90 days of hire if not currently certified
• Holds licensure with the applicable board of professional registration for the state that they are practicing as a professional counselor or social worker.
  • Missouri: Provisional Licensed (PLPC) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Provisional Licensed (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)
  • Kansas: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW).
  • Illinois: Licensed by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.

Applicant must be willing to become licensed in additional states, other than the state currently licensed in. Applicant must be willing and comfortable with providing telehealth services to the individuals we serve.

Supervisory Requirements:

None

Employment Requirements:

• Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record and abuse/neglect.
• Completion of New Hire Orientation within 30 Days of employment.
• All training requirements including Relias Learning within two (2) weeks of employment and annually thereafter.
• First Aid certification within three (3) months of beginning employment and upon renewal date.
• Obtain CPR certification within three (3) months of beginning employment and upon renewal date.
• Behavioral Management training completed within thirty (30) days of employment or first available class after start date:
  • CPI for Residential programs
  • Peaceful Intervention or Verbal De-escalation for Outpatient programs
• Completion of “Direct Service Expectations” within 30 Days of employment.
• Achievement of thirty-six (36) hour training requirements within 2 year period in accordance with 9 CSR 10-7.110 E 1.
• Growth and Development form (CPRC only) within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Privileging and Credentialing form (CPRC only) within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and regulations of the program to which the associate is assigned.
• Provide copy of applicable certifications/licenses.