School Based Therapist Position

Summary of Job

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Full-time position; Work Monday to Friday 8-5pm
• Provide therapy services to individuals, couples, and families facing mental, behavioral, and emotional health issues
• Conduct 30 to 60 minute therapy sessions
• Responsible for maintaining caseload of at least 28 clients per week, to include in-office and school based patients
• Complete psychosocial assessments of clients
• Complete clinical documentation in electronic medical record (EMR) system according to policy within a timely manner
• If not licensed, have clinical supervision over cases.
• Provide clinical services to school based program and in office-outpatient
  1. Uphold expectations of annual contract 
  2. Conduct child-centered sessions with students at school on weekly basis
  3. Work collaboratively with parents and staff to meet child’s behavior needs
  4. Participate in training, multidisciplinary meetings, IEP, etc.
  5. Conduct clinical training requested of school administration for their employees.

Evaluation: The evaluation of work performance, including: specific duties, responsibilities, demeanor, and work ethic, will be ongoing and implemented by the clinical directorper center policies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Hold Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Mental Health Counseling
• Have knowledge of DSM in order to properly assess and diagnose presenting symptoms
• Hold a valid driver license, operable and dependable vehicle, and car insurance coverage
• Familiar with various psychotherapy modalities (e.g., CBT, Person-centered, Family Systems, etc.)
• Must be fully licensed in the state of Georgia.

Compliance: Adhere to company policies and procedures and all Federal, State and Local medical service requirements to include HIPAA Privacy & Security.

Confidentiality (HIPAA): Every employee is required to sign a Pledge of Confidentiality. Failure to comply with our Pledge of Confidentiality can or will lead to immediate termination of employment. Confidentiality applies to a patient’s Personal Health Information (PHI) and includes: written, oral and electronic communications. Each employee has an obligation to maintain confidentiality after their employment/association with this facility ends. 

Security (HIPAA): Every employee is required to protect their computer log-on and password. You must secure your work area prior to leaving it unattended for an extended period of time. You are required to log-off of your computer and secure your work area prior to leaving at the end of the day. If you have a responsibility for closing or locking files, securing equipment, or locking the building and you do not comply with these requirements, you will be subject to reprimand and/or termination based upon the infraction. We are required by law to protect patient privacy, identifiable patient information, and all properties containing such information.

Physical Requirements: Varied activities include standing, walking, reaching, bending and lifting. This position frequently requires working under stressful conditions and frequently requires irregular work hours.

Environmental Working Conditions: This position includes both administrative and clinical responsibilities.