Community Based Therapist

Description

POSTION SUMMARY Responsible for providing counseling and other clinical services to children, adults, couples and families in their natural environment.

• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides individual, group, and family therapy as needed in an office or out of office setting utilizing evidence based practices and a variety of therapeutic approaches.
• Out of office settings may include but are not limited to the following: schools, homes, churches and community settings.
• Completes diagnostic assessments and develops the Integrated Assessment and Treatment Plan with the client, parent/guardian, and/or caseworker.
• Follows all regulations when completing initial, reviews and/or updates for all required paperwork.
• Provides crisis intervention services as needed.
• Participates in clinical case staffing as needed.
• Schedules clinical case staffing to assure consistent communication with other professional staff involved with the client.
• Collaborates with external agencies and programs as needed and with families to coordinate services on behalf of the individuals served.
• Maintains case records and notes in a timely and professional manner.
• Assures proper billing for all services provided.
• Keeps up to date, timely and professional records at all time and adheres to all payer regulations.
• Complies with Medicaid Rule 132 and Managed Care Organization requirements.
• Participates in weekly supervision with direct supervisor to explore areas of strength and growth.
• Completes all needed reports in a timely manner when required.
• Completes all required client documentation in a timely manner as required.
• Participate in Utilization Review of clinical files.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Strong organizational and time management skills. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills. Must possess the experience, personal qualities and practice skills to work effectively with professionals in other organizations and from other disciplines and to provide services in a manner that reflects understanding and appreciation of multiculturalism. Must possess and retain a valid driver's license. Must possess and retain proof of auto insurance. DCFS/CANTS Clearance. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE A Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology from an accredited program, or in a related human service field; strong preference for License in Clinical Social Work or Licensed Clinical Professional Counseling. The ability and willingness to actively participate in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment. Knowledge of evidence-based practices and a variety of treatment modalities used with the population(s) served.