PSYCHOTHERAPIST- Collaborative Care- Duluth, MN

Job Description:

To provide therapeutic services and diagnostic services to patients. Services may be provided in a primary care or specialty care setting. Essentia uses evidence-based models and interventions to care for patients. Position requires high level of customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, co-workers, and others. This is to include but is not limited to individual, group, and family therapy, mental health intakes and assessments, diagnostics, and coordination of treatment services for the patient. Position requires high level of customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, co-workers, and others.

Education Qualifications:

• Plans and delivers mental health treatment for adult, adolescent, and/or children using generally accepted psychotherapeutic modalities of treatment.
• Delivers care in the Collaborative Care model to treat mild to moderate depression and anxiety.
• Accurately assesses and diagnoses the complaints presented by the patient and develops an age-appropriate treatment plan in consultation with the patient and family, as appropriate.
• Understands and applies the diagnostic criteria in the DSM 5, ICD-10 and other current diagnostic lexicons utilized by Essentia Health.
• Makes appropriate decisions to involve others in the care of the patient, and effectively engages their involvement through case conferences, consultation and/or referrals.
• Understands and incorporates psychiatric and psychological assessments and recommendations into the treatment plan of the patient.
• Delivers individual, group or family therapy as prescribed by the treatment plan, continuously evaluating progress and revising the plan when indicated.
• Recognizes when maximum benefits have been attained from treatment and enlists the patient in planning for discharge.
• Ensures that treatment planning and discharge planning reflect the standards and boundaries of regulatory agencies and third-party payers, including timely completion of prior authorizations.
• Accurately documents all clinical activities and treatment provided within the medical record time parameters defined by Essentia Health.
• Performs Essentia-wide duties as requested by the designated Essentia leader.
• Upholds Essentia Health’s mission, vision, values and ethical standards and demonstrates the behavioral and service expectations as defined in our policies and procedures.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

This position works weekdays. Work is performed in an office environment that is well lighted and ventilated and reasonably quiet. Able and willing to travel to neighborhood and regional clinic sites to perform duties as requested.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Education and/or years’ experience required:

Master’s degree in a discipline with eligibility for independent licensure, including social work, clinical counseling, marriage & family therapy, or clinical psychology. 

Licensure/Certifications required:

Licensed at the entry or independent level in Minnesota or Wisconsin. In other states, must be certified or licensed as required by the state in which practice occurs for the purpose of reimbursement. Essentia will consider applicants who require supervision for independent licensure.

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Job Location: Building E - Essentia Health - Duluth

Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)

Compensation Range: $31.05 - $46.58 / hour

FTE: 1