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Outpatient Behavioral Health Therapist I - School Based

Counseling

Job Description

We are currently seeking (1) Outpatient Behavioral Health Therapist for our Cahokia Schools!

This is a 9-month (academic school year) position! 


Job Summary:

The Outpatient Behavioral Health Therapist provides quality direct and indirect patient care to adolescents in the School District on an annual contract basis.

Functions and Duties:

· Maintains accurate program and client documentation, including medical records.

· Conducts brief psychological assessments, develops and implements a plan of treatment, facilitates referrals, and follow-up treatment.

· Demonstrates knowledge and skills to work with diverse group of clients based upon diagnoses and age specific needs.

· Provides individual therapy and family sessions.

· Documentation will be completed timely and accurately.

· Provides appropriate discharge planning for clients to include assisting the client with setting up discharge appointments.

· Acts as a liaison between client, families and facilities for continuity of care and referral process.

· Participates in clinical supervision.

· Participates in the identification, implementation and evaluation of department goals and objectives.

· Maintains a safe environment monitoring continuously.

· Provides crisis screening and services as needed.

· Attends in-services, trainings, and meetings as required. Maintains annual competencies as assigned by the Hospital and Department.

· Adheres to staffing and scheduling policy.

· Follow chain of command to resolve issues or problems identified.

· Promotes harmonious relationships among the health care team and internal/external clients or students.

· Supports and demonstrates the organization mission and philosophy through self-example.

· Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Licensure

· Masters in social work, psychology, counseling, family therapy or therapy field required.

· Licensure is not required for the position, but candidates must be ELIGIBLE to get licensure as a LCPC, LCSW, or LMFT in the state of Illinois.

Experience

· 2 year’s experience in a behavioral health is preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

· BLS obtained during orientation period and maintained.

· De-Escalation training obtained during orientation period and maintained.

Skills and Abilities

· Standard office equipment (i.e., copier, facsimile machine, 10-key, etc.).

· Computer literate and experienced with computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Outlook 365, and Excel.

· Knowledge of counseling theory, crisis interventions, individual, family, and group therapy modalities.

· Knowledge of the DSM5 (Diagnostic Statistical Manual 5) and the State of Illinois mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Act.

· Ability to handle multiple tasks and manage time efficiently.

· Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgement and initiative.

· Requires a concentrated level of attention with a high level of organizational skill.

· Ability to effectively communicate and interact with clients, visitors, and organization personnel and perform in a positive, courteous, flexible, an adaptive manner, both orally and written.


Physical Demands:

· Sit or stand for a prolonged period of time.

· Regular working with and viewing of computer screens.

· Reaching by extending hands or and/or arms in any direction.

· Finger dexterity for using computer mouse, keyboard, etc..

· Requires regular talking and hearing.

· Requires standing and walking.

· Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus

· Ability to lift box of paper

· Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (mask, gown, gloves) when required

FLSA Statement:

This position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

EEO Statement:

Touchette Regional Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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About Touchette Regional Hospital

Serving the Community Since 1958

The best neighbors are the ones who are there for you throughout your life. The ones who stand beside you when the unexpected happens, who hold your hand in your time of need, and celebrate with you when you welcome a new family member home.  At Touchette Regional Hospital in Centreville, this sense of community doesn’t stop at our front door. It’s felt in every department and by every staff member - because we are your neighbors. Many of us grew up here, live here and are dedicated to helping our neighbors like you be as healthy as can be!

60 Years of Dedication

Touchette has served area residents since 1958 when we opened our doors as Centreville Township Hospital to offer accessible, affordable healthcare to all. We continue to break down the barriers that stand in the way of the quality, compassionate care everyone deserves. Touchette is a general acute care hospital offering a full line of services for every stage of life, including our Women’s & Newborn’s Center, expanded Emergency Department, new Behavioral & Wellness Center, and extensive Physical Therapy services. We also offer wellness and education programs, senior housing, Home Health Care, and our Medical Specialists to extend care into the community.

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