Therapist (LVACT)

 Job title: Therapist (Full Time)Reports to: Program Director
Position SummaryThe therapist will provide individual and group therapy to adults residing in an acute secure LTSR setting.  Therapists perform initial assessment, complete treatment plans, meet individually with a caseload of 3-4 residents, run two weekly groups and coordinate with program support staff to identify and secure additional services and resources based on client needs.
Benefits

• *Sign on bonus ($1500) after successful completion of 90 day probationary period.
• Group supervision towards licensing
• Support with CEU/licensing trainings

Essential Duties and FunctionsTherapy 

• Conduct intake assessments. 
• Monthly updates to paperwork/crisis plans/treatment plans/PHQ9.
• Provide individual, group and family therapies to people with mental health issues. 

Caseload management 

• Maintain active caseload (3-4 residents) including engaging individuals in ongoing treatment. 
• Maintain tracking system for treatment plans, and other required documents to meet program funder guidelines and program goals. 
• Participate in clinical group meetings regarding ongoing treatment goals, progress and discharge as needed.  

Administrative 

• Enter documentation into electronic medical records in accordance with agency guidelines.

 Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a human service field.  Licensed or license eligible (within 6 months).
• Two years' experience providing direct therapy in the area of mental health, substance use or IDD.
• Familiar with standard business computer software programs and electronic Health Care Database programs.                                          
• ACT 33/34 clearances if required by program
• FBI clearance, as needed 

 Active license preferred, or licensed within 6 months with documentation of current/ongoing supervision requirements.  (LSW, LCSW, LPC) Reporting Relationship

• Direct Supervisor: Program Director

Resources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.

About Resources for Human Development:

RHD is a national, comprehensive human services organization. Our mission is to provide caring, effective, and innovative services that empower people of all abilities as they work to achieve the highest level of independence possible while building better lives for themselves, their families, and their communities. RHD currently supports programs in: Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Iowa, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Dakota & Tennessee

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