Clinical Therapist
Company: Centerstone
Location: fort myers
Posted on: May 3, 2021
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Job Description:
At Centerstone, our mission is delivering care that changes
peoples lives. For over 60 years, Centerstone has been providing
community-based behavioral health care, substance-abuse treatment
and therapeutic foster care services across the U.S. Were committed
to bringing passionate and customer experience-focused individuals
to help us continue to provide the best care to our communities. If
you think youre a good match to join our organization, please
review the career opportunity below and submit your application. We
look forward to hearing from you! Job Description: CENTERSTONE POSITION DESCRIPTION Position Title: HOT Team Therapist in Community and Resource
Center Lee County Masters Level Position Summary: Provide mental health, substance abuse and
outreach services to individuals in Lee County who are at imminent
risk of or currently homeless with an inability to access needed
services independently. Will work with local law enforcement, Lee
County Human and Veteran Services and other local stakeholders to
provide a consistent presence in the community where these
individuals are known to congregate. As a part of this multi-agency
outreach team, individuals who are homeless will be met in areas
such as local parks, tent cities/woods, street corners or emergency
shelters. Minimum Qualifications: Must possess a Master's Degree in an
appropriate social service discipline. Must have experience with
mental health and/or co-occurring issues. Ability to develop
supportive relationships with persons with mental health and
co-occurring abuse issues while maintaining appropriate therapeutic
boundaries. Possess knowledge of mental illness and recovery
including the ability to collaborate with local law enforcement,
Lee County Human and Veteran Services and other local stakeholders.
Valid Florida Driver license in good standing; able to meet
Centerstones insurance company standards. Competency with computer
systems and concurrent documentation. Preferred Qualification: Bilingual English/Spanish. Previous
outreach experience. Knowledge of community resources a plus.
Telehealth experience. Special Skills, Knowledge and Abilities : Excellent verbal and
written communication skills. Understanding of populations affected
by homelessness and mental illness, proven skills in networking
among diverse agencies, and strong planning and personnel
management abilities. Must value cultural differences, be able to
motivate others and work as a team member, and be genuinely
interested in working with populations experiencing homelessness
and mental illness. Essential Functions: Reports to work as scheduled on a daily basis and performs
duties as assigned by supervisor to ensure the smooth operation of
the department. Provide crisis intervention in the community.
Provide transportation to shelters or medical appointments. Oversee
intake process and ensure development of Individual Treatment Plans
(ITPs) to include priorities within the treatment team. In
conjunction with the team, responsible for developing, writing,
implementing, evaluating and revising overall treatment goals and
plans per on-going assessment of needs with input from the client
and family. Conduct on-going assessment of behavior, mental status,
signs and symptoms of mental health disorder, physical and dental
health, substance use, and educational, social, legal, financial,
housing, developmental and family functioning to specialize case
management needs. Provides supportive and educational counseling
services (individual, family and group) to develop daily living and
coping skills. Assist clients with developing natural support
systems. Inputs written documentation into Avatar in a timely
manner for all services rendered. Refers, advocates and links
client and family for additional services as identified. Act as
liaison and communicate collaboratively with local law enforcement,
Lee County Human and Veteran Services and local stakeholders to
maintain coordination of the treatment process. Completes all
required agency trainings as to maintain 100% compliance Performs
crisis intervention to include use of and understanding of Baker
Act. Work Environment/ Physical Demands This position operates in a
professional office environment, judicial building and in community
based settings. Sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently
during work hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Is
involved with clients, family members, court and county personnel
and government agencies. Position Type, Expected Hours of Work and Travel: This is a full
time position; must be able to work a flexible work schedule to
include early morning and evenings. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or
contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with
or without notice.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________ Employee Name (Print) Employee Signature Date Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a
protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified
individual with disability. *CF* Fort Myers, FL Time Type: Delivering Care that Changes People's Lives starts with our
employees. As a Centerstone employee there are many perks to enjoy.
Below are just some of the great benefits you might be eligible for
with Centerstone. Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, national origin, gender, disability, sexual
orientation, marital status, or protected veteran status.
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