IHI Therapist

Wellstone; Terrace Heights (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision premiums

RSA retirement plan + 457b option

9 paid holidays

PTO up to 15 days per year

Life and AD&D insurance

Long-Term Disability

Licensure reimbursement

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Wellstone in Alabama seeks an In-Home Therapist to deliver crisis intervention and psychosocial care to youth and families within the community. You will conduct assessments, provide individual/family/group therapy, monitor progress, and coordinate with schools and probation offices.

You will work Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM, with incentives including comprehensive benefits and retirement options. A Master’s in social science and post-master’s experience with SMI preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social science.
• Two years post masters experience with SMI population preferred.
• Knowledge of social security, Medicaid, & Department of Human Resources.
• Excellent communication and planning skills.
• Experience coordinating with community agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy three times per week for 12 weeks in the community.
• Conduct intake assessments and referrals.
• Visit clients in their environment to monitor progress.
• Provide crisis intervention and support.
• Collaborate with probation offices for weekly reports.
• Complete paperwork and maintain records per standards.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Planning skills

Education

Master’s degree in social science

Job description

Job Description: The In-Home Therapist position accesses crisis needs and solutions to resolve immediate crisis. This position provides continuous monitoring of the status of clients being served. This position involves providing direct services to youth/young adults and their families. This employee is responsible for clinical and diagnostic assessments of client needs, will provide psychosocial interventions, crisis intervention and implement a community education/awareness program. This position is scheduled to work Monday-Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM.What you'll be doing:Work in frequent contact with co-therapist and medical personnel to provide mental health treatment in the community i.e. schools, home, etc.Conduct intake assessments, CANS, and make referrals as identified from the assessments.Provide individual, family, and group therapist for clients three times per week for a minimum of 12 weeks in the community.Provide 24 hours availability to the clients in the program and community service organizations.Assist clients in establishing & maintain a social support system/network within the community.Complete necessary paperwork in a timely manner in accordance with the Center and/or DMH/MR standards.Visit clients in their environment to assess progress towards goals, provide support & direction.Advocate for the clients & assist client and family members in understanding the client’s diagnosis, traits, treatment approaches, etc.Become aware & familiar with the client’s medications, possible side effects and conduct medication monitoring with client and family. Relay information to co-therapist.Perform crisis intervention and resolution as needed and/or required.Work closely with Probation Offices to provide weekly reports on clients.Participate in in-services, required meetings & trainings as mandated by supervisor.Complete other duties as assigned.This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job and is not designed to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible duties, tasks, or responsibilities that are required of the employee as they may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.What we're looking for:Master’s degree in social scienceTwo years post masters experience with SMI population preferredExcellent verbal, written communication & planning skillsKnowledge of community agencies and resourcesKnowledge of social security, Medicaid, & Department of Human ResourcesExcellent 5-year motor vehicle driving recordReliable transportationBenefitsWhat we offer:Competitive medical, dental, and vision premiumsState Retirement participation through RSA plus an optional 457b plan with a company matchNine (9) paid holidays throughout the yearAbility to continually accrue up to 15 days of PTO a year (unused rolls over)Company-paid Group Life and AD&D insurance and Long-Term DisabilityLicensure reimbursementTuition discounts through learning partnerships with Athens State University and Capella University and Wallace Community College.We are compassionate towards those impacted by behavioral health disorders.We are dedicated to one another through collaboration and teamwork.We are optimistic problem-solvers who do what it takes to get the job done.