Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Job Description: LMSW
Responsible To : Mental Health Manager
Position Summary : Under the direction of the Director of Psychiatry and Mental Health, provides group, individual and family therapy sessions to people struggling with mental health, alcohol or drug problems.
Qualifications: Qualified candidates MUST have a valid and active License for the state of Texas. Bachelors degree/Doctorate in Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, Social Work and a Minimum of 2 years related work experience. Must have a Valid Texas drivers license and proof of automobile insurance. Must possess a working knowledge of techniques to manage symptoms of mental illness and prevent relapse. Must demonstrate familiarity with area-wide community resources relevant to mental health and basic needs-related services. Must demonstrate ability to provide hopeful, supportive and effective rehabilitation.
Significant Duties and Functions Provides direct care in determining patients status and issues by interviewing them, obtaining personal information and medical history.
Conducting assessments and evaluations of clients to determine their mental health and social service needs
Developing individualized treatment plans and providing therapy to clients in a one-on-one or group setting
Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate and provide comprehensive care to clients
Maintaining accurate and confidential client records and documenting progress towards treatment goals
Staying current with best practices, laws, and regulations in the field of social work and mental health
Actively participating in supervision, team meetings, and professional development opportunities
Modifies treatments by maintaining case history and progress notes while observing their patients.
Restores patients to productive roles by educating them about available community-based organizations,
and social and employment services.
Follows HIPAA guidelines
Follows infection control policies and procedures
Complies with JACHO, PCMH and HRSA Standards
Participates in outreach activities and other company events
Participates in QI/QA Activities and Initiatives
Reports on demographic, SOGI, SDoH and other pertinent data
Provides services in the community using personal vehicle
Ability to work in a dynamic team setting with medical and clinical professionals
Develop treatment plans related to rehab services goals
Provide services in the clinic as needed
Provide individual facilitation of skills-building and psycho-educational groups
Caseload will consist of adult clients and children/adolescents
Share 24-hour on-call responsibilities including face-to-face interventions with other
members of the team
Coordinate clients individual recovery needs internally and externally in the community
Follow all ADAPT policies and procedures and exercise good judgment and initiative in
keeping with the varied and ever-changing needs of clients served;
Work schedule is highly dependent on client needs and can be ever-changing
Follow infection disease control Policies and Procedures
Maintains client confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA requirements at all times
Other duties as assigned.
Experience working in a mental health or social services setting
Specialization in a specific population or issue area, such as trauma, addiction, or geriatrics
Bilingual in a language commonly spoken by the client population
Experience working with electronic health records and documentation systems
Master's degree in social work from an accredited program
Current and valid license as a LMSW in Texas
Strong knowledge of psychotherapy theories and techniques
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Commitment to providing culturally competent care to a diverse population
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