Behavioral Health Therapist I - Altoona
- Altoona, PA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Participate in quality assurance activities.
- Complete same-day clinical documentation.
- Provide clinical information for service authorization.
- Document all patient-related work.
- Maintain daily productivity records.
- Conduct supervised patient assessments.
- Implement and adapt treatment models.
- Provide individual and group therapy.
- Engage families in treatment processes.
- Educate patients on recovery.
- Update treatment plans based on patient needs.
- Review cases with supervisors and clinical personnel.
- Discuss additional service needs with the clinical team.
- Refer patients to appropriate care levels and community services.
- Participate in treatment team meetings to update plans and monitor progress.
- Create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex needs.
- Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education in school counseling, or related field required. (Successfully completed the educational requirements as defined in practicing state's code)
- One year of clinical experience preferred.
- Knowledge of psychiatric evaluation and assessment process, as well as application of current version of the DSM preferred.
- Experience in diagnosing and treating behavioral and psychiatric conditions preferred.
Passed the examination required by 49.11. relating to licensure examination. Must sign a license agreement and be actively working to obtain the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW), or Licensed Family Marriage Therapist (LMFT) within 30 months of hire.
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