Outpatient Therapist at Behavioral Health Specialists Inc

Norfolk, Nebraska, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Effective Interviewing, Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Treatment Planning, Rapport Building, Empathetic Listening, Critical Thinking, Communication Skills, Substance Abuse Knowledge, Risk Management, Clinical Decision-Making, Creative Care Planning, Computer Knowledge, Documentation Skills, Networking, Advocacy

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description The Outpatient Therapist (OT) provides professional psychotherapeutic services for outpatient clients, as well as outpatient alcohol/drug abuse and addiction therapy services including alcohol/drug abuse evaluations, individual therapy, family/couples therapy, group therapy, and client and community presentations. Requirements Roles & Responsibilities: Service Provision: •The OT provides individual, group, and family counseling, while maintaining schedule openings for evaluative services, as assigned. The OT also meets and/or exceeds productivity expectations set forth by the agency. •The OT participates and implements clinical supervision regarding therapeutic interventions and treatment planning with assigned clients as required by licensing and/or regulatory agencies. The OT attends weekly clinical group supervision to remain aware of any changes to agency processes and be a voice to the need for modifications to processes to enhance trauma informed care to our clients. •The OT advocates for their clients’ rights and assists clients in ensuring that their rights are protected and preserved. •The OT may assist clients with aftercare/discharge planning and/or provide referrals to other agencies/resources, when appropriate. Emergency Coverage: •The OT Responds to the emergency needs of their clients. •May be required to provide emergency coverage for new clients during office hours and any existing client after office hours, as assigned by the supervisor. •The OT is responsible for finding coverage during assigned times if they will not be in the office due to vacation, continuing education, etc. Professional Identity: •Attends seminars and workshops to enhance skills, knowledge, and within the continuing education guidelines of their professional licensure. •The OT provides consultation, education and prevention services to other agencies and individuals as assigned by the supervisor. The OT participates in networking with other agencies and attends community meetings as deemed appropriate for the position. •Promotes the establishment of adequate community resources and services for clients in the community. Authorizations/Documentation: •The OT documents all client services/contacts in the client’s clinical record and completes necessary clinical documents and evaluations within the timeframes given. •The OT develops trauma-informed care focused treatment plans in conjunction with clients and in the client’s language when possible. Agency Responsibility: •The OT participates in clinical and staff meetings for the development and implementation of client treatment or for administrative purposes, and coordinates services as appropriate with other treatment providers within the agency when the client is receiving multiple services. Other Requirements: •Must be at least 21 years of age. Approval Date: 5/30/03, Last Reviewed: 9/22/16; 3/20/18; 5/4/18, 1/2022, 9/2024 •Successful completion of background checks/references including a valid driver’s license. The driving record must be in accordance with the agency’s guidelines. •If in lived substance abuse recovery, two years of continuous sobriety/ “clean time” is required and maintained throughout employment. •Willing to obtain a flu shot annually (except for those allergic to the vaccine or who have a religious exception) or must wear a mask when agency deems appropriate due to times of high illness. •Must comply with agency policies and procedures, including those regarding conduct, confidentiality, and record keeping. Education, Licenses, and/or Experience: Master's degree (M. A. or M.S.) in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field with the following licensure, preferred. An individual with a PLADC or LADC will be considered. Minimum certifications include either a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP) and/or a Licensed Alcohol-Drug Counselor (LADC) preferred. Professionals with provisional licensure are expected to complete the necessary requirements to attain full licensure. Criminal Justice provider status will also need to be obtained/maintained. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Competencies): To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Competencies) required are listed below: •The OT will possess effective interviewing, individual therapy, group therapy, treatment planning and rapport building skills; with the ability to practice empathetic listening. •The OT will have the ability to apply critical thinking skills by using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. •The Outpatient Therapist must have the ability to be influential and possess adaptive communication skills for the purpose of guiding and/or redirecting group therapy while applying effective interventions. •Can read, analyze, and interpret clinical documentation and/or agency regulations. The OT must have strong written communication with ability to articulate in writing their thoughts, opinions, and facts with the objective of client care planning. This includes writing treatment plans, progress notes, group notes and any other clinical documentation required. Documentation must be completed within the designated timeframes. •The OT must have strong oral communication skills with the ability to facilitate groups, lectures, and individual sessions. Communicates information and ideas effectively; speaking so others can understand. •The OT will possess appropriate knowledge of signs and symptoms of substance abuse and dependence and appropriate treatment standards. Knowledge of the signs & symptoms of mental disorders and/or substance use disorders as defined in the DSM-5 to ensure case coordination occurs for clients with dual diagnoses and human service definition as per HHS/Medicaid. •Ability to effectively network and use collateral contacts and communications with referents and other authorized persons/entities, as appropriate to client’s care. The OT must possess knowledge of specialized services/resources available to persons with substance abuse/dependence, and knowledge of continuum of care for reasons related to treatment planning, discharge/aftercare planning etc. •Must have the ability to apply risk management strategies and possess clinical decision-making skills appropriate for client’s care and safety, including productive collaboration with supervision/consultation as appropriate, and always in the case of imminent danger. •Ability to develop and implement specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work while meeting deadlines and valuing client care and safety. This includes creative/individual care planning keeping in mind there is no “one size fits all” model in client care and planning. •The OT must have basic computer knowledge with the ability to navigate email, spreadsheets, E.H.R systems, phone systems, printers/copier/scanner etc.

Responsibilities

The Outpatient Therapist provides individual, group, and family counseling services while ensuring productivity expectations are met. They also participate in clinical supervision and advocate for clients' rights, assisting with aftercare planning and referrals as needed.