Councilor

As a member of an interdisciplinary team, Clinician I employees provide psychotherapy, diagnostic assessments, and counseling in the context of the individual, group and family structure, and ensures case management functions are delivered to clients.

DIRECT SERVICE

• Provides assessments for clients utilizing the DSM-5 assessment tools within 72 hours of referal. Develops a treatment plan for clients and family as needed.
• Completes an initial client intake that includes client history, mental status exam, presenting problems, CANS/ANSA assessment, and treatment plans.
• Completes all documentation collaboratively in the electronic medical records system within the same business day.
• Provide direct individual, group and family therapy in the home, school, and office.  Maintains interaction/communication with client’s family, school, and other providers.
• Provides skill building services and group therapy.
• Attends and presents two cases in case consultation meetings with psychiatrist regarding client needs and treatment planning.  Attend All Staff meetings weekly.
• Maintains treatment involvement with inpatient personnel when the assigned patient is hospitalized, incarcerated and or placed in a residential setting.
• Refers patients for any additional consultative services, with necessary accompanying information.
• Participates and prepares for weekly supervision and periodic inservice or administrative meetings. 
• Consults with referring agency to ensure referring agency program requirements are met.
• Ensures that clients receive in-home services, psychological testing, random urine screenings, or other test per program requirements and IICP recommendations.
• Coordinates with co-workers to ensure effective treatment planning.
• Attend all departmental staff meetings and staffing with the Psychiatrist to discuss problematic cases.  Attend webinars, seminars, and training. Attends and participates in provider fairs and community events as assigned.
• Always maintain the company’s productivity requirement (100%).
• Must maintain credentials to satisfy the standards for QBHP (Qualified Behavioral Health Professional) clinical staff professional.
• Collaborates with local schools and works in school settings.
• Updates tickler on family drive to ensure active clients receive timely assessments and treatment plan updates.
• Assists in other departments as needed and/or perform other duties as assigned within the scope of your position.
• Participates in community outreach events as needed. 

ADMINISTRATIVE 

• Prepares all pertinent treatment documentation in the patient record/ chart in prescribed time limits (24 hours).
• Provide administrative documentation in a timely manner.
• Integrates financial aspect of client’s activities with clinical treatment plans and goals.
• Follow-up with clients (or refer to Engagement Specialist for follow-up) regarding missed or cancelled appointments via phone calls and/or letters.  Discharge clients per agency’s policy.
• Writes reports as required on progress of clients efficiently and timely.
• Required to learn and understand the billing requirement(s) for the services that you are qualified to deliver.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education – Master’s degree in social work or mental health discipline
• Experience – Minimum of 2-year experience preferred.
• Other - Possess a valid driver’s license.
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    • Furnish own inspected, automobile as needed for Center work and transportation of clients.
    • A good driving record.
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    • Appropriate automobile insurance and valid license tags.