Behavioral Health Therapist IV

Job Title Behavioral Health Therapist IV Job Summary The primary responsibility of the Behavioral Health Therapist is to provide outpatient behavioral health services to persons of all ages experiencing psychological difficulties in order to help them interact appropriately and develop meaningful relationships within community. Key Responsibilities Perform interviews with individuals and/or families to aid in identifying presenting problems, assessing mental status and dangerousness, gathering relevant facts of psychosocial history, and assigning accurate diagnoses using all five Axes of the current DSM manual. Provide individual, group, and family therapy to individuals of all ages using person-centered philosophies and best practices. Provide expertise in assessing psychiatric crises and crisis intervention while working closely with psychiatrists. Maintain necessary medical records in compliance with state, federal, and agency guidelines. Assist individuals and families in meeting other psychosocial needs by referring them to appropriate outside agencies and providing information within confidentiality standards. Provide crisis assessments, stabilization, and service coordination to de-escalate crisis situations and maintain the lowest level of care that promotes safety. Provide coverage or back-up for emergency services during clinical hours and on-call coverage after hours and on weekends as needed. Maintain licensure as required by licensing board and attend educational trainings and seminars to remain up-to-date on current best practices. Maintain positive working relationships within the community, including with individuals, families, staff, monitoring and licensing agencies, and other human service agencies. Participate in ongoing continuous quality improvement activities of the agency. Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures. Provide clinical consultation as required or requested by other professionals within Monarch to provide ongoing professional development and to process difficult client situations. Drive and travel to community locations, various agencies, and other outreach destinations as assigned. Required Qualifications Master's degree in Human Services (required). One of the following licenses (required): LCSW-A, LMFT-A, LCMHC-A, LPA. Experience, Bonuses & Compensation Experience: Counseling/Therapy Experience – Not required. Sign-on bonus: $1,500 ($375 at 3 months; $375 at 6 months; $750 at 12 months). Scheduled weekly hours: 40. Work schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Pay range: Minimum $55,000. Benefits Competitive and flexible total rewards package including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, professional development support, and more. Specific offerings are tailored to the role, employment type, and location. Equal Opportunity Statement Monarch Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr PVH (Tommy Hilfiger/Calvin Klein)