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Ensures service authorizations are current and implements program goals and activities in keeping with program philosophy. Performs related duties as assigned.
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MACOMB COUNTY COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH
Therapist, Early Childhood - Contract
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$37,824 / year median in Michigan
+21% projected growth
Job Description
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under direction, provides home-based therapy, conducts screenings, performs intake assessments, and reviews case management services within a Person-Centered Planning approach for pregnant women and children through age 6. Requests referrals for ongoing services within Macomb County Community Mental Health (MCCMH), direct-operated programs, or contract programs, with the goal of moving individuals served to a level of care consistent with their clinical presentation. Maintains clinical and administrative records; coordinates, consults, and provides liaison work with other agencies and systems.Ensures service authorizations are current and implements program goals and activities in keeping with program philosophy. Performs related duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs direct clinical services, including evidence-based therapy, assessments for pregnant women and children through age 6, and their families, crisis intervention, intakes, treatment plans, case management, and transition services. Performs indirect clinical services, including, timely and complete case documentation following MCCMH policies and procedures; confirms diagnosis to make the most suitable, least restrictive, and medically necessary clinical recommendations; and assists client and/or family in obtaining appropriate programs and resources. Provides follow up case management services for consumers individuals served to assist in obtaining necessary services, coordinating those services until the consumer individual served is transitioned to an ongoing service provider. Maintains clinical documentation accurate and up to date, including, assessments, progress notes, treatment plans and other required documentation. Ensures administrative paperwork is accurate and up to date, including, staff activity logs, statistical reports, attendance, mileage reports, and case lists. Participates in agency and system staff meetings. Conducts thorough, accurate, and clinically sound triage/screening with consumerindividuals served, /guardian, and /family members in a timely manner. Requests appropriate authorizations for services provided; monitors utilization of services; requests re-authorizations or continuations as appropriate. Serves on community mental health or community-based committees as directed. May supervise the work of department interns. May assume the administrative responsibilities of a Clinical Supervisor in their absenceas needed. Operates an automobile to perform assigned job functions. Performs other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience- Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or Doctorate in Psychology or a directly related mental health field from an accredited college or university.
- Two (2) years clinical experience working in a mental health setting.
- One (1) year clinical experience working with pregnant women and/or children through age 6. Preferred Education and Experience
- Previous community mental health experience with children, adolescents, and adults.
- Knowledge of Macomb County Provider Network
- Two (2) years clinical experience working with pregnant women and/or children through age 6. Required Licenses or Certifications
- Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Limited Licensed Master of Social Work (LLMSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Limited License Professional Counselor (LLPC), Temporary Limited Licensed Psychologist (TLLP), or Licensed Psychologist (LP).
- Possession of required state licensure appropriate to position and ability to meet privileging and credentialing guidelines.
- Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel. Preferred Licenses or Certifications
- Certification with the Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals (MCBAP) or an approved development plan.
- IMH level 2 endorsement, or state waiver in place
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
- Resources offered within and outside of MCCMH
- Michigan Mental Health Code - 401 criteria
- Individuals with mental illness, serious emotional disturbance, and developmental disabilities
- Techniques to de-escalate and interact in potentially dangerous situations
- Applicable computer applications Skill in:
- Using good professional judgment for the welfare and safety of our persons served
- Providing excellent customer service
- Organization and time management Ability to:
- Approaches all situations with a teamwork and solution focused mindset demonstrated through active participation in meetings, volunteering to assist teammates and other departments as appropriate. Examples include participation in internal and external committees, subcommittees, process improvement groups or other multi-organizational initiatives
- Takes ownership and empowers others to do the same as evidenced by identifying solutions and acting on job responsibilities and organizational objectives, daily
- Treats people with dignity while honoring individual differences demonstrated through use of positive and encouraging statements and/or interactions to, about and/or with colleagues and persons served; evidenced by supervisor observation, feedback from other department staff and leadership
- Engages effectively with diverse communities; interact with people in an inclusive manner that respects cultural and socio-economic differences
- Work in an environment which embraces the county's Dignity Campaign
- Effectively speak, write, and understand the English language
- Effectively speak, write, and understand a language other than English is preferred
- Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
- Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
- Maintain the confidentiality of information
- Work independently Complies with P.