MYPAC Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: MYPAC Therapist

JOB CLASSIFICATION: EXEMPT STATUS: FULL-TIME

PROGRAM: Hope Haven Home Based

LOCATION: Ridgeland, MS

REPORTS TO: Program Director 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The MYPAC Therapist is charged with the delivery of all mental health services (e.g. individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, substance abuse treatment, etc.)

• The Therapist completes all required clinical assessments.

• The Therapist is responsible for the clinical oversight and clinical interventions related to the crisis management plan, individualized service plan and Wraparound Meetings in coordination with the Primary Service Coordinator.

• The Therapist is responsible for providing targeted clinical interventions based on the identified youth’s needs through various assessments and plans.

• The Therapist completes required assessments and case documentation for each individual in a timely manner and within program requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Works in collaboration with the MYPAC Wraparound Facilitator to address client’s mental health service needs.

• Conducts admission evaluations and develops the Preliminary Action Plan within 24 hours of admission to MYPAC.

• Completes programmatic assessments as assigned within designated timeframes and uses feedback from the assessments to plan clinical interventions with clients.

• Completes initial clinical goals, objectives and interventions for the Individualized Service Plan (ISP) within 14 days of admission in coordination with the youth, family, and Wraparound Facilitator.

• Co-facilitates the initial Child and Family Team Meeting with the Wraparound Facilitator within 14 days of admission and ongoing monthly meetings thereafter or as needed.

• Completes monthly ISP reviews, monitors and documents progress toward treatment goals. Implements clinical interventions based on the ISP and individual needs of the youth/family.

• Conducts individual therapy sessions at minimum once a week, family therapy sessions at least twice monthly and medication monitoring at least twice monthly in the home but more frequently if needed (based on assessed needs) and documents all sessions in Evolv EHR.

• Attends all scheduled psychological evaluations, psychiatric reviews and medication management appointments with youth, family, and Psychiatrist or Nurse Practitioner. 

• Works collaboratively with youth, family, and Psychiatrist to modify clinical interventions, treatment plan goals/objectives, medications and other services as needed in the event of severe behavior regression or adverse medication side effects.

• Attends clinical staffing with the Psychiatrist or Nurse Practitioner at least once monthly/as needed.

• Provides and coordinates clinical services that are youth focused and builds on the families and community strengths.

• Works in a team context with the Wraparound Facilitator, family members, community agencies, and stakeholders across family serving systems.

• Carries out quality assurance activities as assigned, such as auditing case files.

• Prepares and completes program reports as required for compliance.

• Attends weekly staff meetings and/or supervision and facilitates monthly case staffings with Psychiatrist. Utilizes and accepts clinical supervision to provide quality mental health services.

• Is familiar with all agency procedures.

• Is responsible for sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural differences in the organization/program service population.

• Continuously work with youth, family, and Wraparound Facilitator in the development and coordination of discharge/aftercare plan beginning at admission and at least 10 days prior to discharge from MYPAC.

• Provide around the clock support for the child/family through on-call services.

• Other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

• Two (2) years experience in counseling/therapy field preferred.

• Knowledge of evidenced based therapy preferred.

• Must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid Mississippi driver license, a good driving record, proof of legally appropriate auto insurance, and must be willing to use personal vehicle for Agency business.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent time management, organizational, and stress management skills. 

• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of program and Agency information.

• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively.

EDUCATION:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related behavioral health field required. Must have at least 2 years clinical experience working with children and youth with serious emotional disturbances and families with complex needs in a similar or more restrictive placement environment.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid and current mental health Certification (PCMHT or CMHT) and/or licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, LMFTA) within 30 days of employment.