Behavioral Health Therapist

Outpatient Mental Health Therapist Assurance Quality Care

LICSW, LGSW, LCPC, LGPC

This position is intended to include, but is not limited to: performing assessments; formulating clinical diagnoses; providing individual, family and group counseling; collaborating with other agencies, family members and other relevant parties involved in the client's care; providing consultation and delivering evidence-based care and best clinical practices. Responsibilities Assess/collect information about individuals/clients' needs, abilities or behavior using a variety of methods: interviews, case histories; direct observational techniques observation and other assessment tools. Provide therapy and treatment to individuals, groups, for difficulties relating to mental health problems such as anxiety, depression, addictions, social and interpersonal problems and challenging behavior. Assess and provide interventions to adults and children relating to school failure, conduct and developmental disorders and other interpersonal problems and challenging behaviors. Provide strengths-based, solution-focused and trauma-informed care therapeutic techniques to clients by utilizing applied research and, when appropriate, adding to the evidence base of practice in a variety of health care settings. Work collaboratively alongside a multidisciplinary team of social workers, counselors, community behavioral health workers, psychiatrists, and psychologists. Communicate effectively with the clinical team to ensure individuals' and families' needs are being met. Participate as appropriate in interdisciplinary clinical team meetings to discuss individuals and families' treatment plans. Develop goal-directed individualized treatment plans that address the clients' stated needs and implement interventions to meet those needs. Evaluate service provision and client's progress on an ongoing basis. Services may include ongoing counseling and community psychiatric support therapy when clinically indicated. Provide consultation to other professions and encourage a psychological approach in their work. This includes meeting with providers/collateral to discuss therapies, treatments, counseling resources and techniques. Collaborate with other agencies, family members and other relevant parties involved in the client's care. Refer clients to specialists or to other institutions for psychological testing and non-psychological treatment of problems. Make appropriate referrals to other service providers to ensure that clients' psycho social needs are addressed and provide optimal post-discharge care. Provide follow-up to re-engage clients who fail to appear for appointments or drop out of treatment. Complete all documentation of services on a timely basis per applicable government regulation, company policy, and professional standards. Participate in appropriate orientation and training opportunities to improve clinical skills and increase knowledge of applicable regulations. Attend and participate in mandatory supervisory and staff meetings. Other related duties may be assigned Educational Requirements At least a Master's level degree is required in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field with 2 years experience in providing Behavioral health services to youth, adults and families. Experience in home-based or wraparound program models is preferred. Must be licensed in Maryland and or Washington DC Must have a valid driver license without restrictions and have reliable transportation Experience in navigating any of the individual/family-serving systems and experience advocating for family members who are involved with behavioral health systems Computer competency specifically around entering and accessing data, required. Skills Giving full undivided attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and challenges of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to individuals and families' problems. Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. Talking to others to convey information effectively (i.e. at the appropriate level of literacy; in the appropriate language). Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the recipient. Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new information. Monitoring/Assessing performance of self, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Knowledge The Knowledge of:

Human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods (i.e. the evidence base); wraparound and strengths-based methods and approaches; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affect disorders; DSM-V and ICD-10 classification systems. Principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of mental disorders; The impact (positive and negative) of cultural difference in the therapeutic setting Multicultural literature and vase evidence-base Abilities The Ability to: Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences; Communicate information and in an effective & efficient manner. Work effectively across cultural differences; Determine when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong which not only involves recognizing there is a problem, but also find a solution Combine pieces of information to form hypotheses or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events); Conceptualize cases; Communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand; Develop unique ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve problems; Identify and understand the speech of another person; and, Know when consultation is needed including when working with cross-cultural populations and individuals who speak a different language.

Measurable Goals:

Provide culturally competent services to ensure that there is a recognition of economic status, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, language and the unique values and goals for each youth and family. Willingness and ability to seek consultation and additional services when necessary to overcome barriers impacting the delivery of care Assist clients in defining clear treatment plan goals and develop effective and realistic action/interventions steps to help clients achieve their stated goals.

Job Types:

Temporary, Internship Pay:

$35.00 - $50.00 per hour

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20006