Mental Health Therapist Position Available In DeKalb, Georgia

Job Description:

Overview:

Join Our Impactful Team at Health Connect America! Before you get started on your journey with Health Connect America, take some time to learn more about us. Health Connect America andits affiliate brands are leaders in providing mental and behavioralhealth services to children, families, and adults across thenation. We provide our services directly to those in need whetherthat be within a person’s home, their community, or in one of ouroffice settings. HCA is honored to be a part of the communities weserve and the clients we walk alongside as they embark on a journeyto self-improvement and more fulfilling lives. At Health ConnectAmerica , we are dedicated to making meaningful connections everyday through creating quality, affordable opportunities forindividuals and families to achieve their greatest potential in asafe, positive living environment. Come make a difference and grow with us!

Our Brands Responsibilities:

The Therapist will provide high-quality,therapeutic services to clients, ensuring their mental health andwell-being. The Therapist is responsible for conductingassessments, developing and implementing individualized treatmentplans, maintaining accurate documentation, and collaborating withother internal and external professionals. This role also involvesparticipating in outreach and marketing efforts to promote servicesand attract new referrals, contributing to the overall mission ofdelivering comprehensive mental health care. Perform comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to determineindividuals’ needs and appropriate interventions. Utilize standardized assessment tools and techniques to gatherrelevant information. Create individualized treatment plans in collaboration withindividuals, families, and the treatment team. Set measurable goals and objectives tailored to individuals’needs. Deliver therapeutic interventions in individual, group, andfamily therapy sessions. Implement therapeutic techniques to address various mentalhealth issues, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioraldisorders. Provide consistent and comprehensive services to all assignedindividuals on your caseload. Ensure regular contact and follow-up with individuals tomonitor progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary. Accurately document all client interactions, treatment plans,progress notes, and other required documentation within establishedtimeframes per company policy. Ensure compliance with all regulatory and organizationalstandards. Work closely with other professionals as a multidisciplinarytreatment team, to provide holistic care. Participate in regular treatment team meetings to discussprogress and treatment strategies of individuals served. Provide immediate support and intervention during crisissituations. Develop safety plans and coordinate with emergency serviceswhen necessary. Engage in community outreach to promote mental health servicesand attract new clients. Connect individuals and families with additional resources andsupport services as needed. Stay current with best practices, new treatment modalities, andemerging trends in mental health therapy. Participate in ongoing training, workshops, and professionaldevelopment opportunities. Effectively communicate with clients, colleagues, and otherstakeholders to address inquiries, disseminate information, andresolve complaints or concerns.

Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related fieldis required.

State-Specific Requirements:

Alabama:

Minimum of two years’ experience working with children and/orfamilies, which may include internships. Must be eligible for licensure as a LPC, LMFT, LCSW, orALC.

Georgia, Mississippi:

Minimum of two years’ experience working with children and/orfamilies, which may include internships. Must be eligible for licensure as a LPC, LMFT, or LCSW.

North Carolina:

Minimum of one year experience working with children and/orfamilies, which may include internships. Must hold associate license as a LCSWA or LCMHCA. South Carolina Minimum of two years’ experience working with children and/orfamilies, which may include internships. Must hold license as a LMSW, LMFT, or LPCA.

Tennessee:

Minimum of two years’ experience working with children and/orfamilies, which may include internships and volunteer work. Must be eligible for licensure as a LPC, LMFT, or LCSW.

Be Wellwith HCA:

We recognize the importance of self-care and work/life balance. We offer flexibility in scheduling and provide all employeesaccess to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which includes 8mental health counseling sessions annually. Full-time HCA employees enjoy paid time off, paid holidays, anda comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental,vision, and other voluntary insurance products.

Additional benefits include:

Access to a Health Navigator Health Savings Account with company contribution Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Account Health Reimbursement Account 401(k) Retirement Plan Benefits Hub Tickets at Work Join a team where your contributions truly make a difference in thelives of others. Apply now to be part of our dynamic and supportivecommunity at Health Connect America! Employment at Health Connect America and it’s companies iscontingent upon meeting the requirements of a comprehensivebackground investigation prior to joining our team. Health Connect America and its companies are an Equal OpportunityEmployer and consider applicants for employment without regard torace, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age,disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal,state, or local law. For more information on Equal Opportunity,please click here Equal Employment Opportunity Posters