Community Based Therapist

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. in Florida seeks a licensed mental health professional to join a multi-disciplinary team delivering community-based clinical services to families with youth at risk.

You will conduct assessments, develop family-driven treatment plans, and provide crisis intervention, both face-to-face and via telehealth. Responsibilities include risk assessment, collaboration with psychiatrists, documentation, participation in supervision, and wraparound planning.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in behavioral health, mental health knowledge.
• Experience in mental health services or master’s level internship.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment and digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the team to provide community-based clinical services.
• Develops and implements family-driven treatment plans and interventions.
• Provides crisis intervention and ongoing clinical assessments.
• Delivers services via face-to-face and telehealth modalities.
• Completes required documentation within designated timeframes.

Education

Master’s degree in behavioral health

Tools

Microsoft Office

Avatar EHR

Electronic Records System

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:Functions as part of a multi-discipline team in the delivery of clinical services to families with children, adolescents and young adults who are experiencing emotional, behavioral and/or mental health difficulties and who are at risk for out-of-home placement. Provides community-based services for clients and families that include ongoing clinical assessment, developing and implementing family-driven treatment plans and interventions, outcome measures, education and advocacy and crisis intervention services. Services are designed to support and sustain families in our community safely and avoid out of home care placements. Services will be provided through both face-to-face and telehealth services.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.Collaborates with team(s) to provide community-based clinical services to families experiencing primary issue with substance abuse or mental health. Implements therapeutic services, interventions, and modalities such as:comprehensive assessmentcrisis counselingindividual counselingfamily counselinggroup sessionseffective parentingsubstance abuse/co-occurring counselingfamily resource and support network planning, including direct linkage with formal/informal community supports.Delivers services in a variety of settings to include the family’s natural environment, community centers and school. Services will also be conducted via Telehealth Services.Assesses risk factors during each contact and consults promptly with other team members and supervisor regarding any observations of an unsafe or at-risk situation.Accurately completes applicable documentation in the designated timeframes and ensures that all required documents have been received and signed by appropriate individuals.Participates in 24/7 crisis response, if applicable.Completes Clinical Service Plan/Treatment Plans that:is based upon the findings of the assessment,is developed in partnership with the family,describes the strengths and needs of the family, and desired outcome and discharge plan,contains issues, goals, and objectives that directly link to the assessment and are stated in clear, concise termsis culturally sensitive, andcontains all appropriate signatures.Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team by:consulting with treating psychiatrist regarding progressparticipating in treatment team, team and/or community staffing, wraparound meetings other clinical meetingsconsulting with Team Manager and Director as well as other direct care staff regarding family progress, treatment and service planning, and discharge plans, as needed.Participates in weekly supervision with the assigned supervisor, requests supervisory input on cases as appropriate.Completes other duties as required by program or agency needs.Requirements:Demonstrates ability to operate basic office equipment, including fax, telephone system, laptop/tablet, and copier/scanner.Operates personal computer, demonstrating ability to perform basic Microsoft Office functions, Avatar, and required Electronic Record components and virtual meetings.Eligibility through a Level II background screening with AHCA and DCF (https://info.flclearinghouse.com)Education and Experience:Master’s degree in behavioral health field with knowledge of mental health and substance-related diagnosis and treatment.Experience in mental health and/or behavioral health services which may include a master’s level internship.Physical Requirements:Must be able to sit, twist, bend, stand, lift up to 30 pounds, and lower & raise self independently from the floor.Must be able to communicate orally and in writing.Must be able to complete NAPPI training and perform NAPPI techniques.Special Working Conditions:Exposure to consumers and a variety of program conditions, which may include long, irregular hours, on-call duties, weekend hours, and local travel. Exposure to a wide range of community environments outside the agency.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse helps ensure that caregivers, health workers, and educators meet Level 2 background screening standards before they can work with children, seniors, or other vulnerable groups. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.