Hybrid Geriatric Mental Health Therapist

Preventive Measures; Allentown (Lehigh County); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Preventive Measures, LLC in Allentown, PA, is seeking a Geriatric Mental Health Therapist to provide diagnostic assessments, counseling, and supportive services in a fast-paced outpatient clinic. This full-time hybrid role requires in-office days and a commitment to evidence-based practice.

A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Counseling is required, with a Master’s preferred, plus at least two years of direct-care experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field required.
• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field preferred.
• Familiarity with EMR systems or willingness to be trained.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic assessments and develop treatment plans for a diverse outpatient population.
• Provide counseling and crisis management in alignment with treatment plans.
• Maintain weekly client hours and document clinical records per policies.
• Participate in supervision, meetings, and continuing education to maintain licensure.
• Coordinate with staff and external agencies; ensure QA&I and Joint Commission guidelines are followed.
• Complete progress notes and evaluation reports in a timely manner.

Skills

Reading & writing

Communication

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Full Time Allentown, PA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1697

Salary Range: $30.00 To $35.00 Hourly

Preventive Measures, LLC is an outpatient psychiatric facility with multiple locations within the USA. We provide members of our local communities with access to necessary mental health treatment. If you want to be part of an excellent, forward-thinking, and growing company, This position is hybrid and will require in-office days.

The Geriatric Mental Health Therapist is responsible for providing diagnostic assessments, counseling, and supportive services for a diverse population in a fast-paced Mental Health Outpatient Clinic.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development, and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.
• Performs intake assessments, evaluations, and referrals of assigned clients, obtaining sufficient information during the evaluation process for clinical assessment and planning. Presents treatment and service plan to clients following evaluation process. Provides care necessary as described in department policies and procedures.
• Performs appropriate treatment services to assigned clients. Uses interventions with assigned clients which meet accepted standards of mental health care and reflect consideration of treatment plan. Provides crisis management for assigned cases and is able to provide backup for the program.
• Maintains the amount of weekly scheduled client hours as required.
• Participates as a treatment team member and maintains a current level of psychotherapy theory and practice. Attends clinical supervision meetings and staff meetings as scheduled and comes to meetings prepared.
• Keeps current with professional literature and trends in mental health. Attends continuing education trainings, workshops, seminars, or conferences to keep current with evidence-based standards of practice and maintain licensure.
• Maintains active communication with identified staff and agencies that share case involvement when appropriate releases are signed.
• Maintains appropriate records of service rendered to or on behalf of the client populations served. Maintains clinical records of all client contacts according to QA &I, State and Joint Commission guidelines. Produces an evaluation report which effectively addresses the reason for referral and reflects the sound organization and synthesis of fact, impressions, and clinical recommendations. Completes progress notes, reports and correspondence in a timely manner.
• Exercises appropriate self-management in the performance of all duties.
• Completes client satisfaction tools as required by departmental standards.
• Performs thorough Risk Assessment at intake session and as needed thereafter.

Qualifications:

• Must show the ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate with clients and to remain calm under stress.
• Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive interpersonal skills required.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (required) in Social Work, Counseling, or related field
• Master’s degree(preferred) in Social Work, Counseling, or related field
• Must be familiar or willing to be trained on EMR systems
• Two years minimum of direct-care clinical services with individuals with mental health diagnoses

Mandatory Requirements:

• 2-Step PPD
• ChildLine Abuse Clearance
• Mandated reporter certificate

Company website: https://preventivemeasuresinc.com/

Preventive Measures is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected characteristic. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of and passing all job-related clearances, background checks and regulated requirements as applicable and permissible by law.