Licensed Mental Health Professional

The Mental Health Professional (MHP) is responsible for providing ongoing assessments, individual and group therapy and developing client services / treatment plans. This person must have a LMHCA, LMHC, LMFT, LASW or LICSW.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         In coordination with management, the MHP may conduct perspective resident screening interviews and documentation reviews.

·         In coordination with management, the MHP conducts an initial Comprehensive Intake Assessment with clients.

• Develops Service/Treatment Plans for clients outlining specific program goals and objectives.

·         In cooperation with nursing staff, the MHP facilitates weekly Treatment Team meetings, when appropriate.

·         Provides resource information and referrals to assist clients in developing community support systems such as developing supportive relationships, self-advocacy, stable housing, education, and employment.

• Regularly monitors resident Service/Treatment Plans and updates accordingly.
• Conducts individual and group therapy sessions as assigned.
• Conducts educational workshops and groups as indicated.

·         Creates individualized crisis plans for clients as indicated.

·         Provides crisis intervention for clients as needed during crisis periods.

·         Monitors clients to ensure their safety within the facility, when appropriate.

·         Observes and document behavioral changes in clients.

·         Acts as a liaison with medical professionals and behavioral health professionals providing services for clients

·         Responsible for accurate and timely charting in EMR using accepted abbreviations and terminology.