LPC, LCSW or LMSW

Job Title:                    Therapist

Supervisor:                Clinical Director, CMO and CEO

Job Type:                   Full-Time

General Description of Position:   Provides ongoing counseling or therapy services for adults with mental illness.  Responsible for direct care to consumers in the clinic and face-to-face as required by policy and contracts.  Adhere to the recovery model and strive for the successful discharge of each customer served.  Responsible for coordination, planning, and implementation of treatment plans.  Must work independently and use good judgment.  Follow oral and written instructions, set priorities, and communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing.            

Essential functions and responsibilities:

• The Counselor will give required child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric psychiatric treatment to patients of the Company.
• The Counselor will maintain complete and accurate records of all care and treatment of the patients treated by the Counselor on behalf of the Company.
• The Counselor will prepare and submit any report required as needed for the patients treated by the Counselor.
• Complies with 24-hours lag documentation requirements as outlined in program policies and procedures for activities (e.g., assessments, treatment plans, treatment procedures, and discharge summaries) and in the preparation of required
• Determines a client's appropriateness for services using the DSM-IV/V-TR/ICD 10 criteria for counseling services.
• Effectively orients clients to the facility as needed by explaining issues including, but not limited to rule infractions that may result in termination, the hours-of-service availability, clients' rights and the grievance procedure, and costs for which they may be responsible.
• Uses the appropriate forms and instrumentation to assess clients' strengths and weaknesses. Develops, with the clients' participation, treatment plans to address identified problems.
• With clients, ranks problems identified in the assessment process, establish immediate and long-term goals and determine the treatment process and resources to be
• Identifies and explores problems and their ramifications with attention to the clients' associated attitudes and feelings. With the clients' participation, examines alternative solutions and develops plans of
• Coordinates the delivery of service provisions and acts as an advocate in accessing other needed services.
• Responsible for rendering emergency treatment to the Company's patients when such services are required during the Company's regular working hours.
• Will perform medical services necessary to treat the patients of the Company as needed during the Company's regular working hours.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement treatment plans.

• Perform diagnostic evaluations to assess clients' needs and progress.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Provide group therapy sessions to enhance social skills and emotional well-being.
• Offer support and guidance to families and caregivers on navigating social work systems.
• Participate in outreach efforts to educate the community about our services.
• Responsible for the growth of clinical program(s).
• Administrative duties as required for program growth.
• Strong knowledge of social work systems and resources.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with clients, families, and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.
• Education Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Behavioral Health field, which includes human services/or behavioral sciences related (psychology, sociology, social work) field from an accredited college or university. Proficiency in conducting diagnostic evaluations and providing therapy. 

Master’s Degree Required: Master’s degree in social work or related field. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Texas, State licensure as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or State Licensure as a Master Social Worker (LMSW).

Experience and Training: Prefer prior experience in Behavioral Health Services. Required bilingual English/Spanish.  This position requires a valid driver's license with a clean driving record along with proof of current and up-to-date auto insurance.

Physical activities/Physical demands: Sitting 2/3 of time. Stand, walk, bend, stoop, and kneel, reach with hands and arms, twist at the waist, push and pull less than 1/3 of time. Lift and carry a maximum of 35 pounds

Work environment: The work environment/physical demands characteristics described here represent those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation will be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Texas Driver License required in case needed to be rotated in between clinics.

Salary : $60,000