CLINICAL THERAPIST

$69,284 - $79,284

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:

• Provide triages and assessments at the engagement center that include collateral contacts with Core Provider Agency and other people who know the individual well and who are involve in his/her life; crisis interventions and assessments are trauma informed and recovery-oriented
• Assess crisis and person/family's needs to determine service needed
• Document all required and collected information in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) using Collaborative Documentation with persons served
• Act as an advocate for the needs and rights of every person/family including service providers and community agents
• Make referrals and provide authorization for services
• Work closely with other NLCMHA programs
• During slow times initiate assistance to other teams
• May participate in the Access function as assigned.

• Provide consultation to other community agencies and professionals (police, courts, clergy, etc.) as needed.
• Participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of program services.
• Participate in Quality Assurance case review procedures, including consumer satisfaction.
• Participate actively in staff development activities including unit meetings, supervisory meetings, community meetings, applicable conferences and review of current literature regarding services to adults.
• Work cooperatively with Primary Care Physicians, local Courts, Department of Human Services Agencies, Substance Abuse and other providers to promote provision of quality community based services.
• Ensure that eligible individuals who are released or diverted from jail are successfully linked to the most appropriate level of care
• Participate in jail diversion activity as it relates to crisis services..
• Coordinate Person-Centered Planning. In doing so, attends total spectrum of the individual’s needs, including but not necessarily limited to, housing, family relationships, social activities, education, finance, employment, health (including special needs), recreation, mobility, protective services and documents as appropriate.
• Request, when necessary, review of the individual program plan by the individual’s interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain knowledge of mental health symptomotology, intervention and treatment strategies.

SUPPLEMENTARY FUNCTIONS:

• May represent NLCMHA on internal/external committees or work groups to enhance organizational performance and development and quality of care, including Quality Improvement activities.
• May participate in community education/community caregiver activities.
• May receive and assist in resolving complaints or inquiries related to services provided by NLCMHA.

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES:

Credentialed by NLCMHA to provide services in this professional discipline.

LICENSING or CERTIFICATIONS:

Must have licensure with the State of Michigan as a fully licensed professional: Licensed Masters Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor or Psychologist preferred. Limited Licensed Masters Social Worker, Limited Licensed Professional Counselor, or Masters Limited Psychologist considered. Must maintain licensure. Additional certification may be required for specialized services, such as CAC, Gerontology

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Licensed Professional Counselor from an accredited university.

Two years experience in a mental health related field.

BENEFITS:

Medical Insurance (4 options)

Dental Insurance (2 options)

Vision Insurance (2 options)

Health Savings Account

Healthcare and dependent care flex spending account

MERS Retirement Plan (with Employer matching up to 5%)

Guaranteed step increase every year on your anniversary

Paid Time Off (18 days in 1st year)

Holidays (13 days)

Sign On Bonus

Referral Bonus (when you refer someone to join our team)

Employee Assistance Program

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Basic knowledge of the Mental Health Code, and the structure, guidelines and services of NLCMHA.

Uphold NLCMHA’s Code of Conduct and professional Code of Ethics, in addition to maintaining current appropriate State licensure/registration and standards where applicable.

Must possess professional knowledge, consistent with license or registration and demonstrate throughout employment practice equal to acceptable professional standards.

Ability to communicate, understand and carry out oral and written directions effectively in English and clearly present information both orally and in writing on a level suitable for public groups.

Learn community resources and identify procedures required to use a wide range of services.

Ability to maintain effective working relationships and productively serve as a member of a team with employees and the public plus have the ability to deal with problems courteously and tactfully.

Ability to work effectively with employees of other agencies, Board members, advisory groups, committees, professional organizations and the public.

Skill in advocating on behalf of consumers, families/guardians and NLCMHA with the community at large.

Must have a working telephone, possess and maintain a valid Michigan Driver’s License, have a good driving record, automobile insurance coverage and have access to an automobile.

Must be willing to transport agency consumers, including in own personal vehicle when necessary.