Licensed Clinical Therapist - Part Time (Remote/Multiple Locations)

Therapist

Location: Remote in Missouri/Multiple work locations available including in Missouri, or Columbia, MO, Moberly, MO, Marshall, MO, Carrollton, MO, California, MO, Boonville, MO, Trenton, MO, Kirksville, MO, and Camdenton, MO Department: Burrell Behavioral Health Employment Type: Part Time (10-30 hours per week) Shift: Monday - Friday

Therapists are trained professionals who help individuals, families, and couples address and overcome various mental health challenges. They provide a range of therapeutic services within their associated geographical region, field, and scope of practice, such as counseling, psychotherapy, and behavior modification techniques. As a Therapist, your primary responsibility is to assess, diagnose, and treat clients/patients based on their individual needs. This involves conducting thorough assessments to understand their presenting concerns, gathering relevant background information, rendering a diagnosis, and formulating a treatment plan. Therapists utilize evidence-based interventions and techniques to help clients develop coping strategies, improve their relationships, and enhance their overall well-being. Required credentials include professional licenses in the fields of counseling, social work, and/or marital/family therapy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, group, family, and/or other practical counseling in a variety of settings to meet the needs of the client/patient and their treatment goals.
• Complete intake, screening, and/or comprehensive assessment processes within appropriate timeframes as designated by state regulatory/accreditation/agency standards.
• Determine and document diagnoses based on comprehensive assessments.
• Develop treatment plans for clients/patients in accordance with state regulatory/accreditation/agency standards that demonstrate individualization and evolution based on information gathered from assessments.
• Participate in clinical staffing/treatment meetings, providing feedback on all pertinent cases.
• Responsible for meeting department-specific Collaborative Service Goal (CSG) requirements.
• Work closely with internal departments to ensure authorized services are approved and adequate information is provided within specified timeframes.
• Document all services provided in accordance with state regulatory/accreditation/agency standards.
• Ensure that services are entered within the appropriate timeframe and format, with notes referring to treatment plans.
• Correct any file/charting deficiencies within the appropriate timeframe.
• Assist clients/patients through the transition process and complete final correspondence such as transition summaries, plans, letters, etc.
• Complete all mandatory training, meeting state regulatory/accreditation/agency standards.
• Represent the agency within the community in a professional manner.
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with referral sources, clients/patients, and coworkers, adhering to Code of Ethics and agency policies/procedures.
• Handle crisis situations as they arise. Participate in or coordinate emergency services to provide rapid aid in cases of crisis.
• Assist with providing professional/clinical supervision to individuals in training once all professional requirements have been met.
• Facilitate group counseling, group education, family therapy, and individual sessions, including specialty services such as trauma and co-occurring therapy.
• Provide training and guidance on clinical issues and evidence-based practices.
• Provide clinical consultation to treatment team members when necessary.
• Demonstrate interest in the long-term and short-term goals and objectives of the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Must possess at least a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Holds licensure with the applicable board of professional registration for the state in which they practice as a professional counselor or social worker.
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
• Must be willing to become licensed in additional states other than the state currently licensed in.
• Must be willing and comfortable with providing telehealth services to the individuals we serve (training will be provided).

Additional Qualifications:

• Expertise in diagnostic criteria for individuals with substance use disorders and/or mental health issues.
• Thorough knowledge of caseload management and rehabilitation methods, principles, and techniques as they relate to mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment services.
• Detailed knowledge of the challenges faced by persons with mental health and/or substance use disorders.
• Considerable knowledge of the methods, modalities, legal requirements, and court procedures related to treating mental health and/or substance use disorders.
• Knowledge of supervisory and training techniques and practices used in mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment settings.
• Ability to develop, coordinate, and evaluate services within assigned programs.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to produce clear and concise reports.
• Ability to establish effective relationships via telephone, telehealth, and personal contacts.
• Ability to follow directions and accept supervision.