What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Based Therapist position at HEALTH CONNECT AMERICA, INC?
Job Title: School-Based Therapist
The School-Based Therapist plays a vital role in providing therapeutic services to children and adolescents in school settings, as well as community or outpatient settings. The therapist addresses emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues to enhance students' overall functioning in school, home, and community environments.
Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to determine individuals' needs and appropriate interventions.
- Utilize standardized assessment tools and techniques to gather relevant information.
- Create individualized treatment plans in collaboration with individuals, families, and the treatment team.
- Set measurable goals and objectives tailored to individuals' needs.
- Deliver therapeutic interventions in individual, group, and family therapy sessions.
- Implement therapeutic techniques to address various mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral disorders.
- Act as a liaison between the school, families, and community resources, ensuring a comprehensive treatment approach.
- Engage in school and community outreach efforts to promote mental health awareness and maintain caseloads.
- Provide consistent and comprehensive services to all assigned individuals on your caseload.
- Evaluate progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Accurately document all client interactions, treatment plans, progress notes, and other required documentation within established timeframes per company policy.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory and organizational standards.
Qualifications:
- Masters Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field is required.
- Minimum of two years experience working with children and/or families, which may include internships.
- Must be eligible for professional licensure in the state of Georgia as a LPC, LMFT, or LCSW.
Benefits:
- We recognize the importance of self-care and work/life balance.
- We offer flexibility in scheduling and provide all employees access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which includes 8 mental health counseling sessions annually.
- Full-time HCA employees enjoy paid time off, paid holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and other voluntary insurance products.
- Additional benefits include:
- Access to a Health Navigator
- Health Savings Account with company contribution
- Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Account
- Health Reimbursement Account
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Benefits Hub
- Tickets at Work
This is an opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive community at Health Connect America where your contributions truly make a difference in the lives of others.