Intake & Assessment Therapist
1 month ago
Clementon
Job Description General Description To provide assessment, evaluation, supportive therapy and therapeutic support to clients seeking mental health services. The Intake and Assessment Therapist participates in multi-disciplinary team planning; clinical supervision; assists with intake and assumes administrative responsibilities in conjunction with Victory Bay’s policies and procedures. Tasks & Responsibilities • A. Essential Duties, • Performs evaluations and intake assessments which includes understanding of DSM-V diagnoses, treatment planning, input of various clinical and non-clinical information into electronic medical record, screenings, gathering of history, provisional diagnosing, narrative assessment, Releases of Information, etc. in a timely fashion., • Assesses clients’ needs, and communicates with all involved parties following HIPAA laws and regulations, • Collects data and comprises reports of specific crisis and intake data as assigned., • Arranges for follow-up appointments with appropriate medical (APN or Psychiatrist) and/or clinical (Therapist) staff member., • Ensures that all necessary paperwork and documentation are forwarded to appropriate staff., • Prepares progress notes and/or crisis intervention notes and documents all client telephonic/face-to-face contacts, as well as consults with other clinicians., • Maintains all other clinical records as required., • Maintain knowledge of Electronic Medical Record system and changes., • When necessary, refers for follow-up support services for new admissions who are at risk., • When necessary, acts as liaison between all outside crisis intervention services. This may include exchanging crisis referral information, triaging and queries regarding HB clients, and arranging for follow-up with VB clinicians., • B. Additional Duties, • Assists and covers other staff when necessary to maintain high productivity and efficiency in the department., • As the company continues to grow, additional responsibilities that are essential for the department to be successful will be assigned accordingly., • C. Interpersonal Relations, • Create Meaningful Connections: Demonstrates ability to function effectively as a part of team. Uses outstanding oral and written communication with employees at all levels of the business for support and sharing of information., • Take Accountability: Take constructive feedback and prevent discourse among our peers., • Live in the Solution: Critically thinking should be the solution when problems arise. Having the ability to accepts constructive criticism well in an open and non-defensive manner., • Be Professional: Wear business casual attire (please see dress code policy). Competencies • Adaptability, • Customer Service, • Decision Making, • Dependability, • Ethics, • Interpersonal Skills, • Job Knowledge, • Conflict Management, • Organization Skills, • Productivity, • Self-Development, • Teamwork Clinical Competencies • Clinical Skills, • Data Reflection, • Communication, • Documentation, • Compliance, • Always Behaviors, • Professionalism, • Technical Skills, • Telehealth Reporting, • Telehealth Data Reflection Performance Standards & Measurement • Compliance with essential and incidental duties; compliance with company policies and procedures., • Compliance with state and federal laws and regulations applicable to the business. Equipment, Tools & Machines • Use of computer, telephone, and other office equipment such as a printer and fax., • Use of company network and email domain. Working Conditions • Air conditioned and well-illuminated office environment and outdoor environment., • May have several responsibilities at once. Interaction with other is constant and can be interruptive., • Work may be stressful at times due to high level workflow., • Availability to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays, and evenings as is required to comply with the purpose of the job and accommodate client needs., • Participates in educational training, orientations, or compliance programs as needed to maintain competency., • If you must leave your employment with our company, we request employee’s to give us at least 30 days resignation notice in writing. Demands • Enthusiastic self-starter operating with sustained energy and showing great initiative., • Comfort working with a diverse base of support, including members, employers, providers, colleagues, community leaders, volunteers, non-profit organizations, vendors, etc., • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to read, write, spell in English legibly and without excessive grammatical or communication errors., • Talk and hear both by person and by telephone; ability to speak clearly and effectively using proper grammar before patients, employees and business partners, among others., • Excellent organizational skills., • Accepts constructive criticism well in an open and non-defensive manner., • Ability to manage conflicting priorities. Ability to maintain a positive work ethic and a congenial attitude in the face of a high-pressure environment., • Ability to function independently and with flexibility., • Ability to work under pressure, handle multiple tasks and interruptions., • Occasional lifting of moderately heavy office supplies; ability to lift supplies for community events, trade shows, conferences, and other marketing opportunities applicable to the organization; ability to lift, push or pull up to 25lbs., • Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time., • Must have strong computer skills to meet Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Record software requirements. Qualifications • Education:, • A master's degree in the Human Services field and Full or Associate Licensure in state of practice. Licensure in state of practice; full licensure preferred., • Experience:, • 2+ years’ experience at a working in a Mental Health Treatment Facility, • Proper Knowledge and Skills:, • Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) Competencies, • Deploy Wellness Toolbox, • Coach Daily Maintenance Pan, • Educate Triggers Identification, • Educate Early Warning Signs, • Education When Things are Breaking Down, • Educate and Develop A Crisis Plan or Advanced Directive, • Educate and Develop a Post Crisis Plan, • Illness Management and Recovery (IMR): Evidence-Based Competencies for Seriously Mentally Ill (SMI) Clients:, • Instill hope that change is possible., • Develop a collaborative relationship with a treatment team., • Help people establish personally meaningful goals to strive towards., • Provide information about mental illness and treatment options., • Teach skills for reducing relapses, dealing with stress, and coping with symptoms., • Provide information about where to obtain needed resources., • Help people develop or enhance their natural supports for managing their illness and pursuing their goals., • Required License or certifications:, • Current CPR Certification