Therapist, Intake Specialist *remote position*
Clinical Responsibilities
- Provides effective clinical assessment of the consumer
- Utilizes assessment data to support a DSM 5 diagnosis
- Formulates appropriate treatment plan along with consumer
- Provides individual, group, and family therapy, utilizing basic therapeutic models and theories according to consumer needs as stated in the treatment plan
- Demonstrates the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve the situation
- Effectively collaborates with the treatment team members and outside sources in the delivery of clinical services
- Evaluates the consumer for discharge planning
- Effectively demonstrates the application of adult specific competencies
- Adheres to professional code of ethics Supervision and Consultation
- Seeks clinical supervision and consultation as needed
- Accepts and employs suggestions for improvement
- Actively works to enhance clinical skills Clinical Record Keeping
- Documents in a timely fashion per AltaPointe policy
- Documents appropriate, complete, and clinically comprehensive mental health assessments
- Documents measurable and specific goals in the treatment plan
- Documents in a clear and concise manner, types of consumer problems, treatment goals addressed, services, and techniques used
- Documents case disposition, case closings, follow-up and referrals
- Documents legibly Case Load Management
- Effectively manages caseload based on consumer needs
- Meets AltaPointe productivity standards Courteous and respectful attitudes towards consumers, visitors and co-workers
- Treats consumers with care, dignity and compassion
- Respects consumers privacy and confidentiality
- Is pleasant and cooperative with others
- Assists visitors and consumers as needed
- Personal values don’t inhibit ability to relate and care for others
- Is sensitive to the consumers needs, expectations and individual differences
- Is gentle and calm with consumers and families Administrative and Other Related Duties as Assigned
- Actively participates in Performance Improvement activities
- Actively participates in AltaPointe committees as required
- Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner
- Accesses appropriate community resources according to consumer needs
- Follows AltaPointe policies and procedures
- Maintains current license and requirements for renewals (i.e. CEU’s), if applicable, and attends to required in-services and workshops Master’s degree in a mental health discipline. LICSW or LPC in AL required. Apply To This Job
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