PRN Mental Health Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health and Concerted Care Group (CCG)is a leading outpatient treatment provider in the Mid-Atlantic region. We are committed to treating individuals whose lives have been impacted by substance use and mental health disorders. We do this by providing compassionate and evidence-based treatment, aimed at improving the quality of life for those we serve. 

We are dedicated to a client-centered mission that achieves measurable outcomes through a culture of diversity and inclusion. Driven by our innovative integrated behavioral model, we empower our team to make a meaningful impact every day. 

We stand behind our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, which are the core of our company with our patients and employees. Our leadership team invests to enhance the programs we offer patients to expand access to care and offer flexibility. Patient care is at the heart of everything we do. We want your experience and expertise on our team!  When you join our organization, you are connecting to a committed and caring group of colleagues. 

We are currently in search of an experienced  PRN Mental HealthTherapist for our Arlington, VA location. The Mental Health Therapist position at Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health and all of its subsidiaries ("Kolmac" or the "Company") is held by someone who is innovative and committed to learning and developing their counseling skill, working and collaborating with an innovative, inter-disciplinary team. This position requires someone who is invested in patient care and brings a solution-focused attitude and outlook.     

Schedule : PRN would provide availability for PM group coverage 5:30-8:30, as needed.

Responsibilities  

• Develops a treatment alliance with patients that is mutual, collaborative, and individualized, meeting changing clinical needs throughout treatment 

• Facilitates mental health treatment groups in the IOP and OP levels of care  

• Prepares and presents addiction/recovery education presentations to all patients 

• Engages in case management sessions, including assessments, collaborative treatment goals, discharge planning, partnership with referral sources and/or other providers  

• Promotes the organizations image in a positive and professional manner 

• Is expected to provide direct care up to 55% of weekly work hours depending on program and position 

• Works with treatment team to meet the co-occurring psychiatric needs of patients  

• Coordinates care for all appropriate support services, including referral sources, family members, and other support providers 

• Responsible for maintaining timely and well written documentation that meets state and CARF standards 

• Demonstrates commitment to excellent patient care, which is measured through clinical outcomes, such as patient retention, attendance, successful program completion, transitioning from IOP to OP, treatment goal attainment, etc 
• Responsible for obtaining signatures from licensed therapist/supervisor for documents requiring a second signature when applicable 
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• Carries the on call phone for one week, several times through the year – supporting the needs of any patients in crisis outside of our business hours when applicable 

• Has experience with Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma informed care approaches 

• Embodies the spirit of a teacher, continually demonstrating positive energy that promotes addiction recovery education and learning, both in and out of group/individual sessions 

• Attends and is prepared for professional meetings, including treatment team 
• Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications 

• Strong clinical, verbal, and writing skills  

• Is engaging with patients, while promoting and maintaining accountability   

• Flexible and creative team player  

• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work in a program that will grow and expand over the next several years  

• Minimum of 2 years' experience working in the mental health field. Group treatment experience preferred, but not required 

• Experience and comfort working with an electronic medical record 

• Knowledgeable and well-versed in various recovery modalities.

  Licenses and other required credentials: 

• LGPC, LPC, LGSW, or LCSW

We Offer  

• Competitive Compensation 

• Full Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision  

• Life Insurance 

• 401K 

• Tuition Reimbursement 

• Paid Professional Development Time 

• Student Loan Repayment Program 

• Paid Vacation Time 

• And More! 

Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health has been a leader in Outpatient Treatment since 1973. Patient care is at the heart of what we do. Kolmac Outpatient Recovery and Concerted Care Group (CCG) have merged to provide addiction treatment and behavioral health treatment services for individuals, families, couples, and groups. We serve communities across Maryland, DC, Virginia, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. We are still growing!