What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Therapist position at Infinity Counseling & Wellness Center?
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate Mental Health Therapist to join our dedicated team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive mental health services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, and adults. Your expertise will help clients navigate emotional challenges, develop coping strategies, and achieve their wellness goals through evidence-based practices. You will play a vital part in fostering a supportive environment that promotes healing, resilience, and growth while adhering to clinical standards and ethical guidelines. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals’ lives through innovative therapeutic approaches.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations utilizing ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding standards to inform treatment planning.
- Deliver individual, group, and family therapy sessions using evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and behavioral therapy.
- Implement crisis intervention techniques to manage urgent situations effectively while ensuring client safety and well-being.
- Develop personalized treatment plans aligned with clinical documentation standards and patient care goals, updating records regularly in EMR/EHR systems.
- Engage in case management activities, including patient assessments, progress monitoring, and coordination with other healthcare providers for clients with co-occurring disorders or complex needs.
- Utilize telehealth platforms to provide remote therapy sessions, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and clinical ethical guidelines.
- Offer specialized counseling services such as grief counseling, addiction counseling, pediatric and child & youth therapy, autism spectrum disorder support, and gender issues counseling.
- Maintain detailed medical documentation and records using appropriate medical terminology while adhering to confidentiality standards.
- Participate in clinical research initiatives or data collection efforts to enhance treatment efficacy and contribute to the advancement of behavioral health practices.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic care that addresses physical health concerns like chronic pain or developmental disabilities.
Experience
- Proven experience working with children, adolescents, or adults in outpatient or inpatient settings within behavioral health or mental health clinics.
- Demonstrated proficiency in psychotherapy modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, trauma-focused therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, or applied behavior analysis (ABA).
- Experience conducting mental health assessments using ICD coding systems (ICD-9/ICD-10) and documenting clinical encounters according to medical documentation standards.
- Familiarity with telehealth therapy platforms and delivering services remotely while maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Background working with individuals with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, co-occurring disorders, or chronic pain conditions is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of crisis management techniques and behavior management strategies for diverse client populations.
- Ability to work effectively within clinical ethical guidelines while providing patient-centered care in a compassionate manner.
Join us if you are motivated by making a difference through innovative mental health interventions! We value energetic professionals committed to fostering positive change in the lives of those we serve—applying your skills across a broad spectrum of therapeutic modalities while growing your expertise in a supportive environment.
Pay: $47.00 - $55.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lafayette, IN 47905
Salary : $47 - $55