Job Summary
Qualified Behavioral Health Providers are trained professionals who work under the supervision of a licensed therapist or psychologist who help individuals, families, and couples address and overcome various mental health challenges. They provide a range of therapeutic services within their associated geographical region, field and scope of practice such as counseling, psychotherapy, and behavior modification techniques. As a Qualified Behavioral Health Provider, your primary responsibility is to assess, diagnose, and treat clients/patients based on their individual needs. This involves conducting thorough assessments to understand their presenting concerns, gathering relevant background information, rendering a diagnosis, and formulating a treatment plan. Qualified Behavioral Health Providers utilize evidence-based interventions and techniques to help clients develop coping strategies, improve their relationships, and enhance their overall well‑being. Required credentials include a master’s degree in the fields of counseling, social work, and/or marital/family therapy.
Essential Job Functions
- Provide individual, group, family and/or other practical therapist services in a variety of settings under the supervision of a licensed therapist or psychologist in order to meet the needs of the client/patient and their goals of treatment.
- Complete intake/screening and/or comprehensive assessment process within appropriate time frames as designated by state regulatory/accreditation/agency standards.
- Determine and document diagnosis based on comprehensive assessment.
- Develop treatment plans for clients/patients in accordance with state regulatory/accreditation/agency standards that demonstrate individualization and evolution based on information gathered from assessment.
- Participate in clinical staffing/treatment meetings, providing feedback on all pertinent cases.
- Responsible for meeting department-specific Collaborative Service Goal (CSG) requirements.
- Work closely with internal departments to ensure authorized services are approved and adequate information is provided within specified time frames.
- Document all services provided in accordance with state regulatory/accreditation/agency standards.
- Ensure that services are entered within the appropriate time frame, appropriate format, notes refer to treatment plans, etc.
- Correct any file/charting deficiencies within the appropriate time frame.
- Assist clients/patients through the transition process and complete final correspondence such as transition summary, plan, letter, etc.
- Complete all mandatory training, meeting state regulatory/accreditation/agency standards.
- Represent the agency within the community in a professional manner.
- Maintain positive, professional relationships with referral sources, clients/patients, and coworkers, adhering to Code of Ethics and agency policies/procedures.
- Handle crisis situations as they arise.
- Participates in or coordinates emergency services in order to provide rapid aid in cases of crisis.
- Assist with providing professional/clinical supervision to individuals in training once all professional requirements have been met.
- Facilitate group counseling, group education, family therapy, and individual sessions including specialty services such as trauma and co‑occurring therapy.
- Provide training and guidance on clinical issues that may arise and evidenced based practices.
- Provide clinical consultation to treatment team members when necessary.
- Demonstrate interest in long term and short term goals and objectives of the company.
- Other duties as assigned by leadership.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Must have training and demonstrate expertise regarding diagnostic criteria of individuals with substance use disorders and/or mental health issues.
- Thorough knowledge of caseload management and rehabilitation methods, principles and techniques as they relate to mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment services.
- Detailed knowledge of the problems encountered by persons with mental health and/or substance use disorders.
- Considerable knowledge of the methods and modalities as well as the legal requirements and court procedures related to treating mental health and/or substance use disorders.
- Knowledge of supervisory and training techniques and practices used in a mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment setting.
- Aptitude to develop, coordinate, and evaluate services within assigned programs.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Capable of communicating ideas clearly and effectively verbally and in writing to produce clear and concise reports.
- Able to establish effective relationships via telephone or telehealth and personal contacts.
- Able to follow direction and accept supervision.
Experience and Education Qualifications
- Must possess at least a Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field.
- Must be able to obtain full licensure with the applicable board of professional registration for the state they are practicing. This includes completing all required clinical supervision hours and passing a licensing exam.
- Must be willing to become licensed in additional states, other than the state currently licensed in.
- Must be willing and comfortable with providing telehealth services to the individuals we serve (training will be provided).
Supervisory Requirements
None
Employment Requirements
- Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect and fingerprint check.
- Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.
- All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.
- Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record and current auto insurance.
- Behavioral Management training completed within thirty (30) days of employment or first available class after start date: CPI for Residential programs Peaceful Intervention or Verbal De‑escalation for Outpatient programs.
- Demonstrate understanding of Collaborative Service Goals (CSGs) within 30 Days of employment.
- Achievement of thirty‑six (36) hour training requirements within a 2 year period in accordance with 9 CSR 10‑7.110 E 1.
- ASAM Programs Only: Achievement of fifty (50) hours of training on an annual basis.
- Growth and Development form (CPRC only) within thirty (30) days of employment.
- Privileging and Credentialing form (CPRC only) within thirty (30) days of employment.
- Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and regulations of the program to which the associate is assigned.
- Provide a copy of applicable certifications/licenses.
- For school based services programs, must be able to provide services at the school site during school operating hours.
Physical Requirements
- ADA Consideration - Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (exists up the 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (exists 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
- Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shift.
- Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
- Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Position Perks & Benefits
- Paid time off: full‑time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life.
- Employee benefits package: full‑time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more.
- Top‑notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive.
- Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within.
- Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well‑being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.
- Brightli is on a Mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
- As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Adult & Child Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
About Brightli
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