Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSW or LPCC)

Altru Health; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401(k) retirement plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life and disability insurance

Education assistance

PTO

Job summary

Altru Behavioral Health Center in Grand Forks, ND is seeking a Psychotherapist (LCSW/LPCC) to conduct diagnostic evaluations, develop treatment plans, provide short and long-term therapy, and coordinate referrals with primary care providers and community resources. A $7,500 sign-on bonus is available and CE reimbursement is provided.

The role supports a program in partnership with Grand Forks Public Schools aimed at reintegrating at-risk children into the school setting.

Qualifications

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in ND
• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in MN or ND
• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in ND or MN
• BLS certification within 90 days of start date

Responsibilities

• Develops treatment plans and reviews assessment information with each patient.
• Assesses patient needs, issues, care goals, termination and continuing care options.
• Performs psychosocial assessments, diagnostic impressions, counseling and referrals.
• Collaborates with PCPs and community resources to ensure continuity of care.

Job description

Everything we do is underscored by a why - and that why is one another.

Location

Altru Behavioral Health Center 860 S. Columbia Rd. Grand Forks, ND 58201

Pay Range

$66,955.20 - $100,422.40

Summary

*** $7,500 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE *** Continuing education reimbursement available*** Education days available *** Inquire about flexible scheduling options

The Psychotherapist (LCSW/LPCC) completes diagnostic evaluations and assessments. This position develops treatment plans and provides short and long-term therapy and referrals. The Psychotherapist maintains knowledge of psychiatric medications and identifies significant changes or high risk situations.

We have a unique program in partnership with Grand Forks Public Schools to immerse at risk children in a therapeutic learning environment with a goal of reintegration into the school setting.

Essential Job Functions

• Develops treatment plan and reviews assessment information with each patient.
• Assesses the patient to identify needs, issues, care goals, termination and continuing care options.
• Completes psychosocial assessments, diagnostic impression, counseling and referrals for individuals, couples, families, or groups using a variety of therapeutic approaches.
• Identifies significant changes or high risk situations.
• Processes progress notes.
• Completes all billing procedures.
• Makes contact with referral sources, providers and other caregivers and assures communication and coordination exists regarding patient care.
• Collaborates with community resources to deliver services that promote quality outcomes and continuity of care.
• Monitors program effectiveness by evaluating, initiating and participating in restructuring of current and new programs.
• Performs utilization review when required.
• Collaborates with Primary Care Provider (PCP) regarding the patient’s progress and changing needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Certification

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | North Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker | Minnesota Board of Social Work | Within 12 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) | North Dakota Board of Counselor Examiners | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) | Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy | Within 12 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 Days of Start Date | Learning Management System
• Notes: Can be licensed as LCSW or LPCC
• Position will be credentialed through Altru Health System's credentialing process#Altru

Language Requirements

This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members. This position may be eligible for visa sponsorship and candidates requiring sponsorship are welcome to apply.

Physical Demands

• Sit: Frequently (34-66%)
• Stand: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Walk: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Stoop/Bend: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Reach: Frequently (34-66%)
• Crawl: Not Applicable
• Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Twist: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)
• See: Continuously (67-100%)
• Hear: Continuously (67-100%)

Weight Demands

• Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Sedentary (< 10 pounds)
• Carry: Sedentary (< 10 pounds)
• Push/Pull: Sedentary (< 10 pounds)
• Slide/Transfer: Sedentary (< 10 pounds)

Working Conditions

• Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)
• Outdoor: Not Applicable
• Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable

Driving Requirement Definitions

• Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
• Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
• Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
• Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.

Driving Requirement for this position

Infrequent Driver

Making a real difference. For one another.

To take the best care of our patients and community - including friends, family, and neighbors - we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another.

At Altru, you'll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do.

You'll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.

Benefits

• Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees.
• Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan.
• Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)