Mental Health Clinician

Position Overview:

The Clinician is responsible for delivering confidential counseling, education, and support to individuals, families, and the broader community while promoting healthy lifestyles and informed decision-making. Under the supervision of the Program Director or Director of Clinical Services, the Clinician provides a range of services, including but not limited to, assessments, individual and group counseling, family sessions, and other therapeutic modalities based on demonstrated expertise.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive client assessments using standardized or evidence-based tools and diagnose mental health disorders in accordance with DSM-5 criteria.
• Obtain and review relevant historical records to inform current treatment planning.
• Collaborate with clients to develop individualized, client-centered treatment plans that include measurable goals and objectives.
• Deliver mental health counseling services aligned with the established treatment plan.
• Monitor client progress throughout the treatment process, utilizing diagnostic criteria to assess the need for continued services, discharge, or transfer.
• Regularly review and update treatment plans to address emerging issues and ensure ongoing relevance.
• Develop and implement discharge or transfer plans to facilitate a seamless transition to appropriate levels of care.
• Maintain communication and coordinate care with referral sources, including mental health providers, criminal justice agencies, educational institutions, employers, and Child Protective Services.
• Actively participate as a contributing member of a multidisciplinary treatment team for assigned clients.
• Provide case consultation and engage in collaborative problem-solving with colleagues and referral sources.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all counseling, education services, assessments, reassessments, referrals, and follow-up activities in the client’s clinical record, with appropriate signatures and date entries, including electronic records.
• Positively promote the organization to prospective clients and employees by demonstrating professionalism and commitment to service excellence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Active clinical licensure in good standing (LSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC, LMFT)
• Supervisor ability a plus
• Proficiency in computer applications and electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands outlined here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the key duties and responsibilities of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to fulfill these essential functions. In this role, the employee will typically engage in activities such as sitting, walking, standing, driving, listening, speaking, typing, reading, and writing. Additionally, the employee may be required to lift or carry items weighing up to 20 pounds.