Clinical Therapist CCBHC $5,000 retention bonus

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy for mental health and/or substance use issues using various treatment modalities, including evidence-based practices.

• Provide services to assigned caseload of clients, ensuring service intensity meets program standards, including required in-person contacts provided in both office- and community-based settings. Also provides services to other clients in need at Center programs. (See addendum for program standards).

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and mental status examinations. Provide evaluations and monthly reporting requirements to external agencies.

• Develop, present and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the care team, clients and their families as appropriate.

• Identify, assess and respond to clinical emergencies and crisis situations, including suicide risk and danger to others. Perform crisis intervention and risk management as needed, escalating to appropriate resources when indicated (Qualified Mental Health Professionals/QMHPs or Emergency Services). For Clinical Therapists that are QMHPs, they complete crisis evaluations as indicated.

• Collaborate with the care team, other providers, and community agencies to coordinate care.

• Use psychiatric consultation and determine appropriate levels of care within the continuum.

• Apply knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses, as outlined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR), in clinical practice.

• Attend team meetings and case reviews to share updates and collaboratively address client challenges.

• Conduct home visits, school meetings, and community outreach to support clients in their natural environments.

• Assist clients with daily activities and life skills through modeling and providing education to promote independence.

• This includes medication management and budgeting as appropriate.

• Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely records of all client interactions and services provided, including clinical documentation as required.

• Ensure compliance with agency policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Transport clients safely to appointments and activities as needed.

• Foster cooperative relationships with staff, clients, and community partners.

• Attend trainings and case presentations, and complete professional development activities necessary to maintain valid licensure/certification.

• Serve on committees and participate in agency initiatives as assigned.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support client goals and program needs.

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