Therapist

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Assist with screening of referrals.

· Work in collaboration with central referral department in completing initial assessments/evaluations.

· Provide individual, family and group therapy to alleviate emotional disturbances, change maladaptive behaviors and encourage personality growth and development.

· Serve as a member of the treatment team.

· Assist with linkage/referral to any needed clinical services.

· Facilitate transition/discharge planning by assuring clinical needs are met and necessary supports are in place.

· Attend necessary training.

· Attend necessary community meetings to represent agency.

· Maintain required licensure/certification.

· Provide training on best practices for co-occurring youth.

· Cooperate with insurance provider enrollment and provider expectations.

· Complete all required Case Record documentation and grant required reports.

· Assist with tracking of performance measures.

· Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Knowledge of evidence based therapeutic approaching like motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy, etc.

· Knowledge of various systems including child welfare, mental health, education, and judicial

· Knowledge of applicable clinical theories, evidence-based assessments, approaches and programs

· Experience with Electronic Medical Records Systems

· Ability to work under pressure and multitask

· Proficient and accurate documentation

· Good written and oral communication skills

· Ability to use Adobe and Microsoft software

Education and Experience:

Requires Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology; Prefers active/valid clinical license, will accept license eligibility; 1-3 year experience with youth/young adults with mental health and substance abuse diagnosis; Must have valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance as required by law