Clinician II: Adult Outpatient - LCSW Preferred

Company: Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc.
Location: New Britain
Posted on: June 15, 2022

Job Description:

Summary Provides assessment and clinical treatment to all clients presented to the clinic by utilizing individual treatments inclusive of individual, family and group therapy to address identified client needs. Education Master's Degree in behavioral health (psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, alcohol and drug counseling). Credentials and Licenses Clinician II must have a Connecticut license as a LCSW, LMFT, LPC, Ph.D., or LADC as appropriate for services. Experience

• Successful experience in the provision of substance abuse treatment and co-occurring treatment services with children, adolescents, adults and/or families, preferably a minimum of two years.
• Bilingual/Bicultural (English/Spanish/Latino/a) and knowledge of cultural values, traditions and practices.
• Beginner to intermediate experience with Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook.
• Experience in, or the ability to learn how to use an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system which includes appointment scheduling, authorization tracking, assessments, treatment plans, progress notes and discharge summaries. Job Requirements:Main Duties & Responsibilities
  • Completes assessment tool, integrates pertinent information to establish diagnosis, and analyzes data to create clinical formulation within designated timeframe.
  • Develops achievable goals with client; with measurable and behavioral objectives within designated timeframes. Monitors treatment progress and provides updates within identified timeframes and as necessary.
  • Performs individual, family and group treatment utilizing evidence based practices to facilitate positive strength-based change.
  • Collaborates with other providers by providing all pertinent clinical information in a timely manner.
  • Responds to crisis situations and triages appropriately, communicating clearly with professionals -internal and external - to meet presenting client needs.
  • Provides referrals and linkage to community and internal resources as necessary to address client need.
  • Secures reimbursement by obtaining authorizations, providing accurate documentation and the submitting progress notes in a timely manner.
  • Completes documentation within designated timeframes as established by CMHA and external regulatory agencies.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

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