Lead Therapist

Requisition # : req14487

Location: Kalamazoo, MI

Hours: Full-time (40 hours/week)

• Sign-On Bonus: $1000 *
  
  

Note: Internal candidates do not qualify for the bonus.

At Bethany Christian Services, we believe families provide the strongest foundation for care and connection. That's why we focus on strengthening and empowering families, always advocating for family-centered solutions to keep children safe. Our work began in 1944 with the care of a single child. Today, inspired by our faith, our aim is to demonstrate the love and compassion of Jesus in our services for children, youth, and families. Working at Bethany means joining a team of nearly 2,000 dedicated professionals with diverse skills, serving communities across the country. Together, we’re united in our mission and these shared values: we’re motivated by our faith, we support one another, we champion justice, we pursue excellence, and we’re in it for the long haul.

As the Lead Therapist, you will be responsible for the successful clinical oversight and administration of the Counseling Program. Provide direct service as required and maintain a public awareness of the services of the unit.

This position is expected to function effectively with minimal supervision while following the guidelines given on procedures, along with agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate intake and referrals. Ensure case assignments are made in a fair and equitable manner;
• Assume responsibility for case assessment, appropriate treatment, supervision of ongoing service and case closure;
• Provide direct therapy service to clients;
• Write intakes, reports and closings according to unit expectations;
• Provide psychosocial assessments when required;
• Provide clinical evaluation as requested and submit written reports as required by policies and all contracts;
• Provide consultation to other units as needed;
• Assure compliance with all contract requirements and successfully complete all audits;
• Assure that case recording expectations are adequate to satisfy insurance company and agency expectations;
• Monitor end of the month reports. Maintain good working knowledge of billing statements and review those of the workers supervised;
• Coordinate vacation schedules to ensure adequate coverage and availability of services;
• Provide appropriate supervision to staff and interns as indicated by case supervision policy. Work to build a cohesive team and maintain positive staff morale;
• Ensure agency policies and procedures are enforced through completion of staff evaluations, conference requests, time sheets and reimbursement vouchers and review of utilization reports;
• Maintain awareness of current trends and best practice. Recommend changes in agency policies and practices when appropriate;
• Participate in preparation of annual budget, goals and objectives, and adherence to budget throughout the year;
• Maintain, enhance, and develop positive relationships with referral sources, community agencies, employers and individuals;
• Ensure effective operations through selection, training and orientation of new staff.
• Attend project team and community committee meetings as requested;
• Ensure that a 24 hour on call service is available and that clients are informed of this system;
• Assure timely billing and fee collection;
• Develop, update and maintain COA and substance abuse accreditation requirements;
• Establish and maintain referrals or contracts for psychological and psychiatric services;
• Ensure compliance with coordination of care policies and procedures;
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from an accredited college with two (2) years of postgraduate direct service delivery experience or a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in psychology, sociology, or other relevant behavioral science in which clinical experience is a program requirement, plus two (2) years of postgraduate direct service delivery experience/or bachelor’s degree plus five (5) years clinical employment experience in the behavioral sciences;
• Must have supervisory experience;
• Must be licensed to provide clinical services in the State where the care provider is located;
• Bilingual English/ Spanish preferred;
• Demonstrate excellent clinical, therapeutic and crisis intervention skills;
• Demonstrated supervisory, verbal and written communication skills;
• Demonstrate the ability to assist with budget creation and achievement for the counseling department.
• Must be able to pass required medical examinations and have the physical ability to fulfill the essential job functions, including physical restraints of a resident;
• Successfully pass an annual TB test and document preference to receive or decline Hepatitis immunization;
• Computer and typing skills sufficient to perform essential job functions;
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver’s license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany. Must also pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage;
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
• Documentation of immunity to vaccine preventable diseases or the willingness to receive vaccination, or seek an exemption;
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Diversity Equity and Inclusion Commitment.