What are the responsibilities and job description for the LICENSED CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST position at RENAISSANCE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH LLC?
Job Description
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Position Overview
We are seeking a Licensed Mental Health Therapist that will be responsible for assessment of clients including the development, evaluation, and modification of the plan of care. The clinician interprets and performs complex patient care procedures specific to their area of expertise. Sets objectives and goals for treatment and develops treatment plans in conjunction with the clinical director, Implements and monitors treatment plans. Provides individual or group treatment, such as psychotherapy, supportive therapy or crisis intervention on a long term or short-term basis to various populations and age groups.
Specific Responsibilities
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Position Overview
We are seeking a Licensed Mental Health Therapist that will be responsible for assessment of clients including the development, evaluation, and modification of the plan of care. The clinician interprets and performs complex patient care procedures specific to their area of expertise. Sets objectives and goals for treatment and develops treatment plans in conjunction with the clinical director, Implements and monitors treatment plans. Provides individual or group treatment, such as psychotherapy, supportive therapy or crisis intervention on a long term or short-term basis to various populations and age groups.
Specific Responsibilities
- Intake for and completion of psychosocial histories on all new admissions.
- Obtaining authorization as needed and completion of treatment plans when due.
- Supports clinical issues and make corrections and recommendations.
- Provide individual, family and group therapy.
- Collaboration with outside agencies in order to arrange for community services beneficial to patients. And to provide ongoing collaboration between the treatment team and case workers.
- Document all contact with other agencies and for all sessions with patient.
- Document all arrangements made for care planning in the EHR, including completion of discharge Plan.
- Attend and contribute to treatment planning sessions. Completion of treatment plans for assigned patients for both insurance and COMAR regulations.
- Completion of treatment plans within allotted time frames.
- Responsible for chart overflow and breakdown. Order and respond to monthly audit forms within 10 days of receipt.
- Conduct evaluation/mental health assessment under the supervision of appropriate credentialed staff and provide follow up *services as defined.
- Coordinate referrals for additional levels of service as needed.
- Address any and all clinical concerns with direct supervisor.
- Participate in weekly supervision.
- Collaborate with service providers to ensure all areas of clients’ treatment needs are being addressed.
- Utilize evidence based therapeutic framework, counsel clients and patients, individually and group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life and making changes.
- Guide clients in the development of skills and strategies for dealing with their problem using evidence-based modalities.
- Modify treatment activities and approaches as needed in order to comply with changes in client’s status.
- Maintain confidentiality of records relating to client’s treatment.
- Facilitate groups a minimum of once a week
- Master's degree in psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field
- Licensure as a Mental Health Therapist in the state of Maryland (LCSW or LGPC)
- Minimum (2) two years of experience in a therapeutic environment
- Knowledge of telehealth platforms for remote therapy sessions
- Strong background in psychotherapy techniques
- Familiarity with case management principles