Schedule :
Full time - 36 hours / week or greater
Shift :
First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)
Weekly Work Schedule :
Monday - Friday
8 : 00am - 4 : 30pm
Job Information
Exemption Status : Exempt
A Brief Overview
Licensed Clinical Therapists are professionals trained and licensed to provide psychotherapy services to patients and their families. This includes, but is not limited to, assessment and evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and discharge of outpatient mental health patients as well as referral to other psychiatric, psychological and medical services as appropriate.
Education Qualifications
- Master's Degree Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. Required
Experience Qualifications
2 years Clinical experience. RequiredLicenses and Certifications
Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker - KSBSRB Required orLicensed Clinical Psychotherapist - KSBSRB Required orLicensed Clinical Professional Counselor - KSBSRB Required orLicensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist - KSBSRB Required orWhat you will do
Perform the intake and assessment of patients which will include a mental status exam, collection of relevant psychosocial history, diagnosis of psychiatric presentations, development of an appropriate individualized treatment plan (to include measurable goals, objectives and outcomes), and development of discharge plans that effectively support the patient at home or in the community.The therapist will be familiar with the most recent version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders for the purpose of developing accurate diagnosis of the patient. In addition, the therapist will be familiar with and have a basic understanding of psychological reports, psychopharmacology, and relevant treatment modalities specific to common mental health diagnoses (eg : depression, anxiety, trauma, psychosis, etc)The therapist should be able to provide individual, family and group treatment when appropriate. The Director of Clinical Services may review treatment plans, and a high standard of practice shall be maintained at all times by the therapist.A productivity standard will be met by the outpatient therapist. 80% of the therapist’s schedule will reflect direct patient care; this equates to a therapist having a schedule that reflects a minimum of 6 scheduled sessions per day. The therapist will be responsible for managing “no shows” and cancellations by patients. If a patient cancels with less than 24 hours it is to be counted as a “no show”.The therapist will initiate discharge planning at the time of admission. The therapist will accomplish this by assisting the patient in identifying appropriate treatment goals, identifying reasonable timelines, providing the patient with education specific to their diagnosis and treatment and assisting the patient in developing realistic expectations concerning their treatment and prognosis.Flexibility by the therapist will be required to meet the scheduling needs of the patient.When required and as appropriate, the therapist will participate and present in multi-disciplinary team meetings.The therapist’s services must meet the minimum requirements as specified by CMS, Kancare and all other insurance entities public or private.The therapist must be able to meet organizational and department standards regarding punctuality and attendance, produce timely and accurate documentation, meet HIPPA and corporate compliance standards and support the overall mission and goals of Stormont Vail Behavioral Health.As experts in Behavioral Health, therapists will work to educate the community and others in SVH about mental health issues and treatments. This includes trainings, committees and responding to media requests.Required for All Jobs
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail HealthPerforms other duties as assignedPatient Facing Options
Position is Patient FacingRemote Work Guidelines
Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.Remote Work Capability
HybridScope
No Supervisory ResponsibilityNo Budget Responsibility No Budget ResponsibilityPhysical Demands
Balancing : Frequently 3-5 HoursHearing : Frequently 3-5 HoursLifting : Rarely less than 1 hour up to 50 lbsSitting : Frequently 3-5 HoursStanding : Occasionally 1-3 HoursTalking : Frequently 3-5 HoursWalking : Occasionally 1-3 HoursWorking Conditions
Combative Patients : Rarely less than 1 hourNoise / Sounds : Occasionally 1-3 HoursStormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications : race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.
Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.
