Therapist, South Mobile (Bayou La Batre) Job Locations US-AL-Bayou La Batre Posted Date 3 hours ago(10/14/2024 10:20 PM) Job ID 2024-23330 # of Openings 1 AltaPointe Site South Mobile Outpatient Category Master Level, Behavioral Position Type Full Time Shift/Hours 8:00am -4:30pm Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities:

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 mode, 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 their needs

 

Demonstrates the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve the situation

Effectively collaborates with the treatment team members and outside sources in the delivery of clinical servicesEvaluates the consumer for discharge planningAdheres to professional code of ethicsEffectively demonstrates the application of child, adolescent, and adult specific competencies

 

Supervision and Consultation:

Seeks clinical supervision and consultation as neededAccepts and employs suggestions for improvementActively works to enhance clinical skills

 

Clinical Record Keeping:

Documents 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 referralsDocuments legibly

 

Case Load Management:

Effectively manages caseload based on consumer needsMeets AltaPointe productivity standardsStaffs cases with treatment team and supervisor routinely

 

Courteous and respectful attitudes towards consumers, visitors and co-workers

Treats 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 coworkers

 

Administrative and Other Related Duties as Assigned

Actively 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 procedures Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in a mental health discipline.