Licensed Clinican

Under the Clinical Director’s leadership, the Licensed Clinician (LCSW, LMFT or LMHC required) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use counseling to children, adolescents, adults and/or families out in the community, at the client’s home, schools, or at the office. This contractor collaborates with the multidisciplinary treatment team to formulate the individualized treatment plan, to review the treatment plan, and assists with coordinating discharge planning. The principal functions of the position identified shall not be considered as a complete description of all the work requirements and expectations that may be inherent in the position.

Tasks:

• Provides mental health and substance use services in accordance to agency policies and procedures as well as within their scope of practice.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the Diagnostic Manual Edition 5 (ICD-10).
• Reviews and responds to electronic and hand written mail, phone calls, and other correspondence timely (within 24 hours or next available business day).
• Maintains chart compliance through routine chart audits for quality assurance of services provided.
• Demonstrates proficiency in utilizing community resources as supportive services and discharge planning.
• Serves as a liaison for the client, family, referral source and other social service agencies.
• Works effectively with culturally diverse groups and individuals experiencing an exacerbation of either psychiatric, substance use and/or medical symptoms.
• Represents the agency in community events and providers’ meetings.
• Follows Agency’s policies and procedures.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Education Requirements:

• Minimum of Master’s degree from an accredited university or college with a major in the field of counseling, social work, psychology, nursing or related human services. Must have Multicultural awareness and procedural knowledge of DSM-V.
• Must maintain training requirements of 40 hours annually and the CEU’s for professional license (if applicable).

Licences And Certifications:

• Valid Florida Driver's License.
• Abuse registry and FDLE clearance.
• Active professional license (LCSW, LMFT or LMHC required) to practice in the State of Florida (if applicable).
• Must maintain a safe driving record with no more than 4 points on the Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).

Competencies:

Counseling Skills:

• Being aware of other’s reactions and understanding why they react the way they do.
• Actively looking for ways to help develop constructive and productive relations with others. (Engaging).
• Presents in a professional manner in the community, in person, on telephone and in written communication.
• Implements active listening skills.
• Teaches and models parenting skills.
• Implements knowledge of child development.
• Implements knowledge of various treatment modalities and interventions.
• Implements knowledge of child abuse and neglect laws.
• Displays crisis intervention skills and follows established procedures.

Documenting And Recording:

• Entering, recording, storing or maintaining information in written or electronic format abiding by program requirements.
• Knowledge of English grammar and syntax.
• Computer literate and proficiency to internet, EMR systems, and email.
• Ability to articulate sessions clearly and accurately.
• Adjust treatment plans and strategies as indicated by progress notes.
• Reports and documents incidents following established procedure.