Clinician II - CSU Therapist - 3510

Job Description

Job Description

Clinician II - CSU Therapist

Crisis Stabilization Unit

Full-Time:40 hours

Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

- Tuscaloosa, AL -

Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of medications: medical purpose for usage, administration details, possible complications, side effects, interactions; psychotropic purpose for usage, administration details, possible complications, side effects and interactions.
• In-depth knowledge of physiological responses to medical illnesses and treatment and psychiatric illnesses and treatment.
• Knowledge of substance abuse/dependence disorders and appropriate levels of treatment.
• Excellent ability to work within the agency to effectively serve the needs of the consumers.
• Ability to formulate and implement a holistic treatment plan from information obtained from consumers, their family members (when appropriate) and past and present referral resources.
• Excellent ability to work with other program staff in a cooperative, supportive manner.
• Must be able to successfully meet State training requirements to ensure the delivery of comprehensive, effective, and efficient recovery services to individuals within the agency's target populations.
• Must possess effective understanding of therapy techniques used with the SMI and SA population.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks.
• Must possess excellent ability to comprehend and maintain program standards.
• Knowledgeable in cultural diversity.
• Competent computer skills.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all assigned duties are implemented according to the Department of Mental Health Standards.
• Assess the client's need for services based on findings from approved Department of Mental Health Assessment.
• With documented direct involvement of client, create a person centered treatment plan containing observable and measurable goals that are attainable. Treatment plan must be submitted and approved by the appropriate member of the treatment team within 72 hours.
• Provide the appropriate interventions that are defined in client's treatment plan to guide the client through the continuum of care. This may include individual, family and group therapy depending on client's needs.
• If intervention is not within departmental scope of services, ensure that client is linked to the appropriate resource.
• Complete appropriate reviews of clinical documentation at all times; reviews should assess client's response to treatment, the accuracy of previously defined goals, objectives and interventions, and support the need to continue or discontinue any part of the treatment plan.
• Complete documentation within established times per Indian Rivers' policy. Ensure complete and accurate data is maintained in AVATAR (diagnosis approval, admission flow, open episodes, enrollment, etc.).
• Attend and actively participate in treatment team meetings as assigned.
• Ensure safety of consumers, preserving basic human and legal rights.
• Demonstrate appropriate and ethical behavior at all times.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude toward work and the completion of work assignments.
• Respond to phone calls/communication in a timely manner.
• Provide consultation and education to the general public as needed.
• Provide information about mental health services and substance abuse services to members of the general public, judges, physicians and referral agencies to ensure proper referrals for consumer services.
• Screen consumers for placement in Foster Homes when referred, if required.
• Provide clinical services to consumers enrolled in day programs (if applicable).
• Provide and/or arrange in-service training programs as needed.
• Assist client in building support network by including friends and family members (when appropriate) in client's treatment.
• Participate in the clinical and administrative record review procedures.
• Represent the Organization in an accurate and professional manner.
• Follow IRBH policies and procedures.
• Maintain communication and awareness of current Organization events by reading memos, emails, bulletin boards, and communication logs.
• Work independently and/or with teams to complete assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner with minimum supervision.
• Support Organizational Code of Conduct, Standards Compliance, HIPAA and Security Programs by ensuring job tasks are performed in a legal and ethical manner, assessing the work area for non-compliance and notifying the supervisor, manager, Executive Director or designee as appropriate, and maintaining training requirements and understanding that training is a required condition of employment.
• Adhere to attendance and punctuality policy by allowing adequate time to arrive, clock-in and assume responsibilities at designated time, adhering to meal and break times and making timely requests for annual leave and reporting the need for sick leave in accordance with policy.
• Comply with all standards related to safety and health by maintaining current TB Test, CPR/First Aid, CPI, and by reporting infections and on-the-job injuries in accordance with policy.
• Identify opportunities for improving the quality of services provided by the department and the organization.
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor or Executive Director.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in behavioral sciences required.
• At least 2 years experience in a community mental health setting preferred.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance

• Employees Retirement System of Alabama

• Prescription Drug Coverage

• Mileage Reimbursement

• Paid Time Off

• Voluntary Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Indian Rivers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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