SUMMARY: The Behavioral Health Therapist will provide culturally competent clinical services including diagnostic evaluations and therapy, which are consistent with accepted standards of clinical practice, and/or case management services for individuals, couples, and families. Primary function is to provide counseling and psychotherapy to individuals, families, or groups; providing information and referral services; providing or arranging for the provision of supportive and community services; and addressing the psychosocial aspects of the situations of individuals and families.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

· Provide Assessment, Diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment interventions for children, adults, and family systems who are managing mental illness.

· Prepare and maintain all required treatment records and reports, including but not limited to intake, biopsychosocial assessment, treatment plan, treatment summaries, etc.

· Input progress notes and information related to patient treatment using an electronic patient management/health record system.

· Act as client advocate and provide case management referral and assistance to coordinate required services or to resolve crisis situations.

· Collaborate with other providers in a multi-disciplinary approach to perform clinical assessments and assist in implementing treatment plans.

· Participate constructively in Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement (QA/QI) activities within the Department, such as peer review, case conferencing, clinical benchmarking, and QI studies.

· Conduct crisis intervention and emotional stabilization for clients seen in other departments as needed.

· Compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations, as they pertain to position.

· Other duties as assigned

DESIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

· Licensed in the State of Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

· Master’s degree in counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, or a closely related field.

· Two years of full-time direct clinical work experience in an appropriate treatment field (child abuse, mental health, victim counseling, and/or substance abuse) indicating full competency in clinical diagnostic assessment skills, and in developing and reviewing individualized treatment plans.

· Must successfully complete the provider credentialing process in accordance with National Accreditation requirements.

· Experience with electronic health record systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Experience providing therapy to children and adolescents.

· Knowledge of traditional, cultural, and spiritual practices of the diverse AI/AN community, as well as ability to work with other racially, culturally, ethnically, and financially diverse populations.

· Training in de-escalation techniques such as NCI

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Texas Native Health

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