What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Professional position at Shoulders of Strength?
MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL
Shoulders of Strength’s wants dedicated staff to provide exemplary services to participants and their families. Are you DRIVEN? Do you enjoy HELPING others? Help create opportunities that allow others to live the best life possible!
VISION: Shoulders of Strength, Inc. strives to continuously provide families with the appropriate support to empower them to live and work independently in their chosen community.
JOB DUTIES
This position is responsible for the implementation of therapeutic services which achieve the purpose of this program component which includes, but not limited to, the following:
1. Maintain confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
2. Prepare and maintain all required treatment records and reports.
3. Counsel clients and patients, individually and in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, and making changes.
4. Develop and implement treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge.
5. Meet with families, probation officers, police, and other interested parties in order to exchange necessary information during the treatment process.
7. Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling programs and clients' progress in resolving identified problems and moving towards defined objectives.
8. Modify treatment activities and approaches as needed in order to comply with changes in clients' status.
9. Adhering to all Shoulders of Strength, Inc. Policies and Procedures.
SKILLS:
1. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
2. Active listening skills.
3. Critical thinking and good problem-solving skills.
4. Positive attitude.
5. Excellent time management skills.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Applicant must have a Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology.
2. A minimum of (2) years combined work experience in a direct service capacity is desired.