What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Therapist - Outpatient position at Youth Dynamics of Montana?
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We have employees providing services to youth throughout Montana, working to change the trajectory of children's lives and having a positive impact.
We are a family of YBGR staff providing services to youth throughout Montana, working to change the trajectory of children’s lives – to help them heal and recover!Position Summary
At Yellowstone Boys & Girls Ranch, our Program Therapists are an integral part of the interdisciplinary care team for youth experiencing emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric challenges. They provide evidence-based interventions to promote the mental health and well-being of the youth on their caseload.
Position Details
This position involves conducting assessments and developing treatment plans based on varying diagnoses. Program Therapists are also responsible for working with different funding agencies, complying with external contract requirements, and federal and state guidelines.
Responsibilities
Client Care
Provides individual, group and family therapy, and therapeutic intervention to youth in school/community/home settings, while maintaining financial viability of the program. Provides individual, group and family therapy, and mental health clinical assessments to youth in school/community/home settings, while maintaining financial viability of the program. Intervene in crisis in a calm appropriate manner that maintains staff and youth safety.
Documentation
Complete, submit and verify accuracy of paperwork including initial assessments, treatment plans, therapy notes, and other required clinical documentation for all services provided, while maintaining PQI standards as set forth by the CBS Administrators.
Supervise
Involved in peer supervision, whether individually or in a group setting, as directed by supervisor.
Consulting
Attends meetings and provides consultation to, and advocates for youth with schools, participates in CST/IEP meetings as needed, coordinates services with community agencies, and cooperates with other providers to meet youth and youth system needs.
Performance
Maintain a working knowledge and understanding of Montana Medicaid and YBGR's Mental Health Center Licensure rules and regulations. Encourage and engage in parent/guardian/caregiver interactions. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with treatment team members and stakeholders and engage in regular communication through attendance and participation at treatment team and staff meetings.
Requirements
Values
Faith - is being sure of successfully achieving our mission, based upon our trust in a loving creator. Integrity - doing what is right, putting the needs of others above your own, and living by the highest values. Relationship - being committed to one another in a mutually respectful, dignified, healthy, and honoring manner. Stewardship is the use of any resource or talent entrusted to YBGR to fulfill the mission and values.
Qualifications
Program Therapist 1 - Current Montana SWLC, or PCLC, or MFLC. Program Therapist 2 - Current Montana LCSW, or PCLC, or MFLT. 21 years old or older. Criminal / Child Abuse Clearance: Must pass criminal record and child abuse registry background check as required by the State of Montana. Professional License. License to operate a passenger vehicle.
Skills
Demonstrate being self-motivated, self-disciplined, and diligent with forward thinking. Good judgment and decision-making skills. These skills are essential for building and maintaining relationships, collaborating with colleagues, resolving conflicts, and navigating various social situations. Ability to adhere to code of ethics including: The Child and Youth Worker Code of Ethics, The National Association of Social Worker Code and The American Psychological Association Code.
Teamwork
Ability to work in cooperation and collaboration with treatment team. Demonstrate the ability to think of their team over self and define success collectively rather than individually.
Knowledge
Knowledge of and ability to maintain professional therapeutic boundaries and confidentiality with youth and families. Knowledge of behavior modification and age-appropriate youth development. Good computer skills and able to quickly learn and use YBGR selected software solutions.
Education
Master’s degree in psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or similar field of study from an accredited university.
About Us
Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch, a nonprofit organization, is trusted locally and nationally as a leader in the field of mental health care for children and their families.
Each day, YBGR’s employees work with close to 1200 youth throughout Montana who struggle with controlling emotions and behaviors. YBGR has impacted more than 10,000 youth and their families since 1957 through Residential Services in Billings, Community Based Services throughout Montana, and the Yellowstone Academy in Billings.
The principles encompassed by Yellowstone’s Mission Statement and Values lie at the heart of Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch.
These principles relate to and help maintain the moral integrity of our work. Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch directs all its activities, programs, its hiring practices, and develops its goals around these principles.
Each day, YBGR’s employees work with close to 1200 youth throughout Montana who struggle with controlling emotions and behaviors. YBGR has impacted more than 10,000 youth and their families since 1957 through Residential Services in Billings, Community Based Services throughout Montana, and the Yellowstone Academy in Billings.
The principles encompassed by Yellowstone’s Mission Statement and Values lie at the heart of Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch.
These principles relate to and help maintain the moral integrity of our work. Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch directs all its activities, programs, its hiring practices, and develops its goals around these principles.
For more information:
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Salary : $54,280 - $69,486