Clinician I - Per Diem - REST

Overview Per Diem Position: Clinician I - REST Scope of Service: Provides a comprehensive array of direct clinical services to adults and families with mental health, intellectual and/or addiction disorders. Counsels and provides psychotherapeutic and rehabilitation services in individual and group settings to facilitate independence with identified treatment goals toward symptom management. Carries a clinical caseload as assigned, coordinates services, including assessments and triage of clients. Performs other duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Client/Clinical Care: Establishes rapport and positive working relationships with clients while maintaining professional ethics and boundaries as a clinician. Carries clinical caseload and provides clinical case management services, including referrals to appropriate levels of care as assigned. Assesses, counsels, and provides psychotherapeutic treatment, rehabilitation, and care coordination for adults and families with mental illness and/or addiction disorders. Conducts intake assessments/psychosocial, mental health status, and diagnostic/functional assessments; translates this information into medically necessary, multidisciplinary treatment plans. Develops and maintains individualized plans of care for each client assigned. Meets outpatient productivity standards as set forth by Continuum of Care, Inc. Provides timely and accurate documentation for medical necessity billing of services provided. Assures preauthorizations are complete for clients and that medical necessity standards are met. Facilitates/cofacilitates psychoeducational groups as indicated. Provides clinical triage to facilitate necessary services, such as inpatient hospitalization, when indicated. Responds to crisis situations and provides appropriate interventions as outlined in the agency policy for Nonviolent Practices. Collaborates with families, outside treaters, etc. to assure their integration into the treatment planning process, as indicated. Is fully involved in quality assurance/program evaluation efforts, including utilization of such data in day to day practice. Communicates actively with supervisor regarding any/high-risk events, and other concerns highlighted by Program Director. Completes other duties assigned. Environmental Responsibilities: Maintains a clean, well-organized work environment including general office maintenance and vehicle inspections. Ensures that all egresses and walkways are clear to support workplace safety. Participates in property upkeep and sanitation of medication areas, common areas, kitchens, bathrooms, etc. as applicable to program site. Notifies supervisor of any maintenance and/or safety issues and generates work orders as needed. Conducts and participates in fire and emergency evacuation drills, and reviews the emergency preparedness plan as outlined in agency policy. Participates in Food Bank activities as assigned. Completes other designated environmental tasks as assigned. Quality Assurance: Adheres to policies and practices as outlined in the staff handbook and program operations manual. Consistently works in a respectful, constructive, professional, ethical, and cooperative manner with fellow staff and providers. Upholds all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations and secures all necessary releases of information for outside communication. Models culturally competent behavior interacting with clients, professionals/providers, and fellow staff. Maintains accurate electronic records and case files as assigned and in accordance with programming, contractual, licensing, and accreditation requirements. Adheres to the standards of the Council on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). Participates in agency committee work when available or as permitted. Completes all trainings as required per program contract and agency policy. Attends agency sponsored in-services, outside trainings, conferences and meetings to facilitate continued professional growth and ensure the quality of case management practices. Maintains license in good standing for which services delivered are required. QUALIFICATIONS Master’s degree required with a minimum of one (1) year post graduate experience working in the behavioral health field. Clinician I positions include LMSW, LPCA, or MFT. Prior experience working with people with severe and persistent mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and/or addiction. Valid Connecticut Driver’s license with clean record is required and must be maintained. Knowledge of the community support system and resources is preferred. CPR/First Aid certification offered as part of orientation. Employee responsible to maintain ongoing certification. Clinician required to maintain personal professional liability insurance. Proficient computer skills required, including Microsoft Office and electronic record keeping. Company Benefits Include: Competitive Wages 401(k) with company match up to 3.5% Medical, Dental, and Vision FSA and Dependent Care Accounts Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program Company Sponsored Life, AD&D and LTD Colonial Supplemental Insurance Vacation, PTO & Sick time for eligible FT 40 & PT (2039 hour) Employees Connecticut Paid Sick Time for all employees up to 40 hours a year 12 Company Holidays Paid at Double Time (hourly employees) #J-18808-Ljbffr