Mental Health Therapist W2 Position

Job Description

Job Description

Job description:

3 Corners Counseling Center

Job Description

POSITION TITLE:

Outpatient Therapist

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

1. Master’s degree in counseling, social work or other related human services field

required.

2. Current valid professional license/certification in the State of Michigan.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

1. Comprehensive assessment skills.

2. Direct clinical experience performing group and/or individual psychotherapy with

clients along with the empathy and compassion necessary to facilitate positive growth.

3. Demonstrated knowledge of the psychological and physical effects placement has on children and their families (separation anxiety, fantasy families, low self-esteem, etc.)

4. Demonstrated knowledge of child, adolescent and/or adult conscious and unconscious psychodynamics, developmental stages and signs of conflict or distress.

5. Ability, desire, and motivation to work cooperatively and responsibly with the program leadership team, as well as colleagues, all staff and collateral contacts.

6. Ability to effectively, appropriately, and accurately communicate both orally and in writing.

7. Ability and willingness to abide by all 3 Corners Counseling policies.

8.Ability to demonstrate compassion and sensitivity, and to respect the privacy and special needs of our clients.

9. Competency, or willingness to learn, a wide range of treatment modalities that are individualized and person centered.

10. Competency, or willingness to learn, co-occurring treatment of mental health, substance abuse and/or developmental disabilities.

11. Ability to develop treatment plans and coordinate needed services to fulfill plans.

12. Must be proficient with technology.

13. Ability to work with all members of the community regardless of race, gender, age and cultural or ethnic background.

14. Ability to maintain professional and ethical standards.

15. Ability to represent the agency in a professional manner.

16. An understanding of the current confidentiality laws and a commitment to abide by them.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

1. Provide individual, group and family treatment to assigned clients.

2. Maintain clinical charts in an accurate and timely manner including, but not limited to, assessments and treatment plans.

3. Provide individual, group, and family treatment for children with mental health and co-occurring disorders (developmental disabilities and/or substance abuse).

4. Coordinate therapy with appropriate agency personnel and/or other 3rd party providers or parties.

5. Update appropriate agency personnel regarding progress of therapy.

6. Maintain cooperative working relationships with educational, legal, health, social welfare, and mental health systems.

7. Must maintain professional and ethical standards at all times.

8. Adhere to all 3 Corners Counseling Center policies and procedures as it relates to documentation, training requirements, and confidentiality.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

• South Lyon, MI 48178 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Our mindset is that of client first. The essence of counseling is that you, as the counselor, are there to help this individual achieve the stated goals. If we stay true to the essence of counseling, maintain good relationships with others in the community, and maintain a positive work culture, we set the stage for the business to thrive. This is what truly sets us apart from other centers. So many are only, or primarily, concerned with billing and revenue. Although this is important, we believe that the client is the most important. We support you so that you can best help your clients.

Company Description

Our mindset is that of client first. The essence of counseling is that you, as the counselor, are there to help this individual achieve the stated goals. If we stay true to the essence of counseling, maintain good relationships with others in the community, and maintain a positive work culture, we set the stage for the business to thrive. This is what truly sets us apart from other centers. So many are only, or primarily, concerned with billing and revenue. Although this is important, we believe that the client is the most important. We support you so that you can best help your clients.