Role Description
The Virtual Evening Adolescent Group Therapist is responsible for providing group, family, and/or individual psychotherapy and psychoeducation, as well as other aspects of care, treatment, and services within the scope of licensure. This role emphasizes clinical excellence, ethical standards, and a commitment to client-centered care across diverse settings.
Qualifications
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Must reside in Texas
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Masterโs degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Development, Counseling, or a related behavioral science field from an accredited college or university
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Active clinical license in the State of Texas (LMSW, LPC-Associate, LCSW, or LPC)
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Minimum of 1 year of experience in clinical assessment and diagnosis, with a focus on treating and preventing mental, emotional, and behavioral health challenges
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Active supervision plan with an LCSW-S or LPC-S, if applicable
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Current CPR certification
Requirements
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Provide group psychotherapy and psycho-educational according to PHP/IOP program schedule.
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Co-facilitate family therapy sessions with clients in the PHP or IOP program, per program guidelines.
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Develop and review discharge plan with the client and family, as appropriate, per discharge planning policy (MH CS 007).
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Complete psychosocial assessment within 72 hrs. of admission to PHP or IOP.
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Assist in developing the interdisciplinary treatment plan, with clients in PHP/IOP programming, outlining focus for treatment, goals, and interventions.
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Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings with PHP/IOP clients.
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Document all clinical encounters with clients and groups clearly and concisely, demonstrating the therapeutic process.
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Demonstrate an understanding of utilization review issues, criteria for continued stay, and discharge.
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Demonstrate ongoing evaluation of clientsโ diagnosis, psychosocial stressors, strengths, and opportunities for growth.
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Evaluate clientsโ progress using identified outcome measures and discuss with the treatment team.
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Assist client and family with PHP/IOP discharge planning, including community resources and referrals.
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Discuss day to day programming with other clinicians to ensure quality care.
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Provide excellent customer service to clients and staff.
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Ensure client satisfaction and participate in addressing issues if they arise.
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Maintain a positive, professional image in the office and in the community.
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Participate in QA/QI process, ensuring that services are evidenced based, and treatment is evidence informed.
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Maintain regular work hours, being on time and managing time well.
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Demonstrate personal characteristics of patience, tact, cheerfulness and enthusiasm toward the administration and clients. Must be able to appropriately respond to all types of behavior.
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Complete thorough documentation for client care PHP/IOP admit orders and PHP/IOP discharge orders.
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Report necessary clinical information to physicians and nurse practitioners.
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Respond and assist in the event of a medical emergency.
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Any additional duties that facilitate the effective operations of the programs and services provided include but not limited to individual, couples or family therapy services.
Benefits
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A healthy & positive atmosphere where everyone is valued.
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Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full Time
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Salary: $65K - $85K annually
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120 hours (15 days) of paid time off
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40 hours (5 days) of sick leave
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24 hours (3 days) of paid bereavement leave per occurrence.
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Medical and supplemental health insurance (vision, dental, long-term disability, short-term disability, life insurance, etc.).
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Professional development opportunities