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Mental Health Therapist- Bellwood
2625 Harrison St
Bellwood, IL 60104
Full-time
Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc. (H.A.S.) is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization providing behavioral health services to Chicago and the surrounding communities. We offer a continuum of programs addressing substance abuse, mental health, adolescent issues, family relationships, and more. Every year, H.A.S. serves over six thousand individuals.
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2625 Harrison St
Bellwood, IL 60104
Full-time
Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc. (H.A.S.) is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization providing behavioral health services to Chicago and the surrounding communities. We offer a continuum of programs addressing substance abuse, mental health, adolescent issues, family relationships, and more. Every year, H.A.S. serves over six thousand individuals.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly salary
- Health insurance (PPO, HMO)
- Paid time off
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible spending account (FSA) / Health savings account (HSA)
- Life insurance
- CEU eligible on-site trainings
- Supervision
- $200 Professional Development
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, Mental Health (MH) Therapist conducts mental health assessments & treatment plans (via the IM+CANS), and provides individual, family, and couples psychotherapy – versed in Trauma, as well as other supportive services – to individuals suffering from a wide range of mental health disorders. The individual will provide support and education to the participant and participant identified support persons. Additionally, the licensed therapist will provide case management services and crisis interventions services as needed. All services are provided in accordance with professional ethics and boundaries. This position requires the ability to work 2 evenings/week to accommodate clients requiring after work/afterschool appointments. Access to reliable transportation, or comfort & familiarity using public transportation, will be necessary for this position.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, Mental Health (MH) Therapist conducts mental health assessments & treatment plans (via the IM+CANS), and provides individual, family, and couples psychotherapy – versed in Trauma, as well as other supportive services – to individuals suffering from a wide range of mental health disorders. The individual will provide support and education to the participant and participant identified support persons. Additionally, the licensed therapist will provide case management services and crisis interventions services as needed. All services are provided in accordance with professional ethics and boundaries. This position requires the ability to work 2 evenings/week to accommodate clients requiring after work/afterschool appointments. Access to reliable transportation, or comfort & familiarity using public transportation, will be necessary for this position.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Interviewing participants in a trauma informed approach to obtain information concerning social history, treatment and other pertinent information that would be necessary to complete an Integrated Assessment & Treatment Plan (IATP) using the State mandated IM+CANS tool with all new participants and as needed on an ongoing basis.
- Plan and administer therapeutic treatment, behavior modification, stress management therapy to assist participants in developing/displaying appropriate behaviors.
- Clinically evaluate patients to detect indications of abnormal physical or mental behavior.
- Review results of psychological evaluation and community documentation to support participants in best assessing needs.
- Conduct individual MH therapy sessions, individuals, youth and children as well as incorporating family and couples therapy sessions as appropriate.
- Be able to change and adapt methodology and therapy service administration as appropriate related to participants needs.
- Be able to discuss progress towards goals and objectives, such as medication regiment, family relationships, educational programs, social development, discharge plans, financial concerns or other behavioral problems identified with participant.
- Responsible for carrying a clinical caseload, wither via secured HIPPA Compliant Telehealth platform or face to face at a HAS location, while maintaining required productivity level as detailed by the Clinical Operations Director.
- Consult external community providers concerning treatment plans and for coordination of care as required.
- Maintain case files (i.e., clinical documentation) for all clients assigned to caseload, with all files being subject to regular internal quality assurance audits.
- Work as part of a team to further develop program initiatives and to increase program referral network.
- Perform community outreach & advocacy work with the goal of increasing the visibility & understanding of Perinatal Mood Disorders and Mental Illness, and to promote community treatment options.
- Identify and provide referrals for additional services, as needed.
- Engage in regular clinical peer review of cases, particularly those involving the potential risk for self-harm or harm to others (particularly in cases where an infant or child could potentially be at risk);
- Attendance Group Supervision/Team Clinical Case Review meetings/Discharge Reviews/COD;
- Participate in agency sponsored trainings, agency meetings, community outreach events, health fairs, fundraising events, etc., as directed by the Program Manager.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by the Program Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or another related field, from a regionally accredited educational institution which has U.S. Department of Education approval, is preferred;
- Candidates possessing their professional clinical license (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT) Preferred, or non-clinical license (LSW, LPC, AMFT),Required
- Candidates with bilingual (English/Spanish) capabilities are strongly preferred;
- Should have some familiarity with IL-DMH Rule 132 & IL-HFS Rule 140 and their general provisions & requirements pertaining to the delivery & documentation of Community Mental Health services;
- Must possess above average written and verbal communication skills;
- Must possess the ability to work independently while supporting the larger team;
- Must be highly self-motivated, disciplined, organized, and require minimal oversight;
- Must be comfortable using Microsoft Word, Outlook (email and calendars), and some familiarity working with Electronic Health/Medical Records systems is preferred;
- Must be willing to commit to working 2 evening/week to accommodate those clients requiring afterschool/after work appointments.
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About Healthcare Alternative Systems
Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc. (H.A.S.) is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization providing behavioral health services to Chicago and the surrounding communities. We offer a continuum of programs addressing substance abuse, mental health, adolescent issues, family relationships, and more. Every year, H.A.S. serves over six thousand individuals.