Therapist

Position Summary The Mental Health Therapist works in the community as well as office. The MH Therapist is responsible for providing the following core services: mental health assessment, treatment planning, and individual psychotherapy. Candidates must have current licensure in the District of Columbia at the LGSW/ LGPC, LICSW or LPC level. Reportability Therapist will report directly to the Clinical Manager a LICSW/LPC Essential Duties and Responsibilities Explain therapist’s role and client rights and responsibilities, including confidentiality and mandated reporting; Complete a diagnostic assessment on all clients referred, gathering information from a referral source, client chart and other pertinent sources, including family members and past providers of care; Assessment will be done as needed; however, therapist is required to complete updated assessment on clients who are on current caseload; Determine DSM-5 diagnosis; Complete treatment plan which is done every six months or as needed; Provide individual and family therapy; Document all contacts, referrals, and other necessary information; Maintain a caseload of 25 clients a week Apply crisis management skills when necessary to stabilize clients; Participate in monthly case reviews of clients in peer-group supervision; Identify and participate in other training or committees that can further enhance professional growth; Qualifications - Qualified applicants meeting the criteria outlines above will be contacted for to schedule a follow-up interview. Education and/or Experience – This position requires a master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Work Environment – Mostly in a typical office and/or home setting with quiet to moderate noise level. Job Type: Contract Schedule: 8 hour shift Work Location: One location This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is: Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture #J-18808-Ljbffr Spring Leaf Solutions