Behavioral Health Therapist, Child Crisis I

monarch; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Monarch seeks a Behavioral Health Therapist, Child Crisis Services I, to deliver behavioral health services to children/adolescents receiving PRTF services. The role emphasizes safe environments, family involvement, and coordination of discharge planning.

Requirements include a Masters in Human Services and an LCSW/LCSW-A license, with at least one year working with youth and families facing mental health challenges. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• Masters in Human Services required.
• LCSW or LCSW-A license in the state.
• One year of youth/family mental health experience required.
• Post-graduate experience with youth/families with mental health or SUD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy to youth and families.
• Assess and reassess clinical status and assign diagnoses.
• Maintain medical records per guidelines and coordinate discharge planning.
• Deliver crisis assessment and stabilization; refer to outside agencies as needed.
• Support non-licensed staff through training and coaching.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Behavioral health therapy

Education

Masters: Human Services

LCSW/LCSW-A licensed

Job description

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Schedule :
Week 1: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday 8am-5pm
Week 2: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8am-5pm

Pay Range Minimum: $60,000.00

Education We're Looking for:

Masters: Human Services (Required)

Certifications We're Looking For:

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - State Social Work Certification and Licensure Board, Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Associate (LCSW-A) - State Social Work Certification and Licensure Board

Experience We're Looking For:

Experience in working with youth and families with mental health diagnosis with progressing experience. | 1 Year | Required

Post-graduate experience working with youth and families with a mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorder | Not Required

Additional Details:

$3,000 Sign On Bonus ($750 at 3 months of continuous employment, $750 at 6 months of continuous employment, $1,500 at 12 months of continuous employment)

Minimum Requirements:

One year of experience in working with youth and families with mental health diagnosis with progressing experience.

Associate or Fully Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-A / LCSW)

Preferred Qualifications:

Post-graduate experience working with youth and families with a mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorder

Job Description Summary:

The primary purpose of the Behavioral Health Therapist, Child Crisis Services I is to provide behavioral health services to children/adolescents while receiving PRTF services and who are experiencing psychological difficulties.

What You'll Do:

Maintain a therapeutic and safe environment for those receiving services and help facilitate appropriate linkage and transition into the community upon discharge.

Participate in team meetings, person-centered planning and discharge planning as appropriate for all individuals served

Serve as a resource for non-licensed staff by assisting with in-service training and supports to educate PRTF staff in the area of mental health

Complete clinical assessments and reassessments as needed and assigning accurate diagnosis to assist in guiding treatment

Provide individual, group, and family therapy to individuals receiving services using person-centered philosophies and best practices in all service delivery.

Provide expertise in assessing psychiatric crises and crisis intervention while working closely with other PRTF staff.

Maintain necessary medical records in compliance with state, federal, and agency guidelines.

Assist individuals and families in meeting other psychosocial needs by referring them to appropriate outside agencies upon discharge from treatment and providing information needed within the guidelines of confidentiality standards.

Provide crisis assessments, stabilization, and service coordination in order to de-escalate crisis and potential crisis situations in an effort to maintain lowest level of care that promotes safety.

Maintain licensure as required by licensing board and attend educational trainings/seminars to remain up to date on current best practices.

Maintain positive working relationships within the communities served, including with individuals, families, staff, monitoring and licensing agencies, organizations, funding resources, and other human service agencies.

Be an active participant in the ongoing continuous quality improvement activities of the agency.

Provide clinical consultation as required or requested by other professionals within Monarch to provide ongoing professional development and to process difficult client situations that may arises

Drive or travel to community locations, various agencies, and other outreach destinations as assigned.

Attend and actively participate in meetings and training as required. Maintain certification in all agency, state and federal training requirements.

Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures, as well as state and federal statutes and regulations related to specific program areas

Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and assist in crisis situations.

Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures.

Follow service definition guidelines for services being provided.

Complete all other relevant responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive and flexible total rewards package designed to support the diverse needs of our team members. In addition to base compensation, eligible employees have access to a range of customizable benefits and perks, which may include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, professional development support, and more. Specific offerings are tailored to the role, employment type, and location. We look forward to discussing the details of your personalized compensation and benefits package-and what matters most to you-during the interview process.

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