The Therapist in AltaPointe’s In Home division provide effective clinical assessment, formulates appropriate treatment plan, and provides individual, group, play, and family therapy. They work in the community, providing outreach services to consumers and their family.
ResponsibilitiesThe Therapist in AltaPointe’s In Home division provide effective clinical assessment, formulates appropriate treatment plan, and provides individual, group, play, and family therapy. They work in the community, providing outreach services to consumers and their family.
Essential Functions
Provides effective clinical assessment of the consumerUtilizes assessment data to support a DSM IV- TR diagnosisFormulates appropriate treatment plan along with consumer and family/guardian, as indicatedProvides individual, group, family and play therapy, utilizing basic therapeutic models and theories according to consumer needs as stated in the treatment planProvides outreach services to consumers and their families according to FIND standardsTransports consumers to services on limited basisDemonstrates the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve the situationEffectively collaborates with staff members and outside sources in the delivery of clinical servicesEvaluates and assists with consumer discharge planningAdheres to professional code of ethicsEffectively demonstrates the application of adolescent and adult specific competenciesProvides crisis intervention and management (with 24 hour availability)Completes treatment plan reviews as required, if applicableSeeks clinical supervision and consultation as neededAccepts and employs suggestions for improvementActively works to enhance clinical skillsDocuments in a timely fashion per AltaPointe policyDocuments appropriate, complete, and clinically comprehensive mental health assessmentsDocuments measurable and specific goals in the treatment planDocuments in a clear and concise manner, types of consumer problems, treatment goals addressed, services, and techniques usedDocuments case disposition, case closings, follow-up and referralsEffectively manages caseload based on consumer needsMeets AltaPointe productivity standardsTreats consumers with care, dignity and compassionRespects consumer’s privacy and confidentialityIs pleasant and cooperative with othersAssists consumers and visitors as neededPersonal values don’t inhibit ability to relate and care for othersIs sensitive to the consumer’s needs, expectations and individual differencesIs gentle and calm to consumers and familiesAdopts a team work approach with coworkersActively participates in Performance Improvement activitiesActively participates in AltaPointe committees as requiredCompletes assigned tasks in a timely mannerAccesses appropriate community resources according to consumer needsFollows AltaPointe policies and proceduresMaintains current license and requirements for renewals (i.e. CEU’s), if applicable, and attends regular workshops and in-serviceQualifications
Master degree in a mental health discipline; experience with the Juvenile Justice system preferred.
Must have one (1) year of post master experience in child and adolescent or family therapy.
Must obtain certification of in-home intervention and case management training by Alabama State Department of Mental Health within six (6) months of employment.
Must maintain a valid verifiable driver license and maintain a clear driving record.