Childrens Therapist
On-site · Oxford, Mississippi, United States
Job Summary
Conduct psycho-social assessments, assist in developing Crisis Management Plan, and other components associated with the intake process. Complete, review and update client Crisis Management Plan monthly. Maintain an active caseload with 5 hours of therapeutic service delivery and 3 hours of non-client direct care daily. Provide individual therapy to each client at least once per month; family therapy in the community setting such as home or other public locations once per month; other therapeutic services including group therapy and targeted case management. Conduct home visits as needed. Attend weekly treatment team/interdisciplinary meetings. Collaborate with school staff and other team members to address mental health needs. Maintain clinical documentation and charting as required by DMH and Communicare; input data into the EHR. Travel within catchment area and to trainings. Complete other tasks as required by supervisor.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s Degree and license or certification in counseling, psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, or other related behavioral health care field preferred. If not already licensed or certified must be eligible for licensure or Department of Mental Health certification within thirty days.
- Pass a Communicare background check and drug screen. Communicare is a drug-free workplace.
- Ability to perform the responsibilities of the position as described above.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to relate positively to individuals who are referred to Communicare, their families, other staff members, members of the community, and staff from other agencies.
- Must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel throughout the catchment area and to trainings and meetings in other locations outside the catchment area as needed. A valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and an insurable driving record must be maintained continuously throughout employment.
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