CLINICAL THERAPIST-LICENSED

Job Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Outpatient Services the Licensed Clinical Therapist (LPC) provides individual, family and group therapy services. Participates in team staffing and functions as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. Conducts initial evaluations, and formulates treatment plans. Provides community education services as needed. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed. The Licensed Clinical Therapist needs the knowledge and skills to appropriately communicate and interact with the patients, families, and visitors of all age groups while being sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs. Performance Expectations: Demonstrate the ability to provide services including individual, group, and family therapy based on a theoretical and ethical frame work, (i.e. Counseling Psychology) to patients across multiple developmental stages and within an outpatient or acute care setting. Demonstrate the ability to complete a clinical interview and review information with patients and family members. Demonstrate the ability to collaborate clinically with staff within various roles. Demonstrate the willingness and ability to actively participate in helping achieve the objectives of the department; able to work independently as well as with a team. Demonstrated the ability to complete all required trainings and/or certifications and attend all required meetings. Demonstrate the ability to be flexible with changing priorities; able to tolerate high stress situations / mental demands and make decisions that are ethically and legally sound. Qualifications: Education/Skills Master degree in Counseling Psychology from an accredited school of psychology is required. Two Years of Post Graduate Supervision completed and LPC test completed and licensure (must be the LPC license) approved by the Board of Professional Counselors. Computer skills, effective telephone, and interpersonal communication skills. Work Experience: Two years of experience required. Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE Licensed to practice in MS as indicated by educational specialty (P-LPC, LMFT-A, LMSW). Mental Demands: Must have a high energy level and be capable of handling high pressure situations. Must have ability to perform repetitive tasks, cooperate with others, take orders, follow directions and demonstrate leadership and initiative in providing services. Forrest General Hospital