Treatment Therapist

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The Day Treatment Therapist has the primary responsibility for the assessment, treatment planning and implementation of the treatment for clients in a school setting. The Day Treatment Therapist provides both direct services and mobilizes the resources of the total treatment milieu. This includes, but is not limited to, individual, group and family therapy; behavior management and social skills training; independent living skills;

and/or linkage to resources prior to discharge if needed. This position will be working in schools in the Russell and Ashland areas.

• The primary responsibility of all staff is to ensure safety and well-being of all RE/ Re-group clients.
• Supports the mission, vision, and values of RE and Re-group. Facilitates and adheres to the agency and licensure code of ethics, policies and procedures.
• Supports all functions that attain and maintain accreditation and compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Supports and facilitates positive interaction with clients and staff by exhibiting both in office and in the public when carrying out job duties: individual maturity, respect for others, a team-centered approach, maintenance of confidential information, and an awareness and sensitivity to cultural and other differences in clients and staff.
• Exhibits effective communication skills including proper use of agency communication systems.
• Participates in appropriate professional development programs to attain and maintain competency.
• Effectively manages financial and physical resources to achieve the mission of RE and Re-group.
• Reports incidents of abuse or potential abuse involving clients to the appropriate authorities and RE/ Re-group.

• Conducts and documents diagnostic assessment and treatment goals/objectives within the appropriate timeframe.
• Directs the planning and writing of the client’s care plan.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of day treatment services for their clients.
• Adheres to evidence-based practices, interventions, and modalities.
• Promotes a positive view of RE and Re-group to the public and outside agencies.
• Provides individual, group, and family treatment, as appropriate, to clients based on clinical issues and treatment needs.
• Maintains current therapy notes, treatment reports, and other written documentation and correspondence according to agency policy and within appropriate time frames.
• Attends all therapist meetings and assists in developing appropriate intervention techniques.
• Maintains current licensure and stays within ethical guidelines provided by your licensure board.
• Participates in supervision and consultation on a regular basis.
• Collaborates effectively with education services, other assigned RE/Re-group services, and community partners.
• Meets minimum requirements for billable time on a consistent basis based on case load and area served.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to change in schedules and work environment.
• Provides consistent, quality treatment to all clients on their caseload.
• Ensures all necessary records are maintained and kept confidential.
• Ensures entries in all treatment plans, and narrative reports to MCO’s are done in a professional, concise, and timely manner.
• Participates in an “on-call” schedule when appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Shift is on school days and during scheduled school breaks.
• Holidays, weekends, and extra hours may be required.
• Intense, unpredictable population with the possibility of verbal and physical aggression.
• Fast-paced environment with the need for quick decisions to deal with any crisis that may arise.
• Primary work setting is within the school.
• Maintains a positive, professional attitude contributing to a supportive work environment.

• Master’s degree from an accredited university in a clinical field, i.e. social work, counseling, psychology

• Experience in school and/or community-based programs preferred

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and…