Transition Therapist

Description :

About Envision Unlimited : Founded in 1948 in Chicago, Envision Unlimited provides a full spectrum of care for individuals with disabilities ranging in age from infancy to 80+. We serve all individuals regardless of race, gender, religion, or ability to pay. Our innovative services span Chicagoland and Central Illinois and include community living, day programs, behavioral health, employment services, family respite, and foster care. Our innovative services span Chicagoland and Central Illinois and include community living, day programs, behavioral health, employment services, family respite, foster care and Supportive Housing.

Learn more at : www.envisionunlimited.org

Purpose :

The Transition Therapist is a member of the interdisciplinary team providing basic clinical services to persons with mental illness or physical disabilities targeted to transition from long term care to the community. The therapist will provide counseling and supportive services to assist class members that experience fear or anxiety around their move.

Essential Responsibilities, include but are not limited to :

• Conduct assessments
• Provide on-site, supportive counseling to CMs residing in nursing homes and SMRFS
• Utilize motivational interviewing and other techniques to assist CMs make decisions and long-term goals
• Assist CMs identify crisis triggers, and contingency plans in the event a crisis arises post discharge from the facility.
• Maintain and update clients pertinent information within the MH electronic care system i.e. face sheets, contacts, consents, and diagnoses.
• Achieve required productivity targets and complete documentation in a timely manner, including clinical documentation and service reporting.
• In conjunction with the clients treatment team, keep clients family, guardian, and other Envision Unlimited staff informed of the clients progress, including any critical incidents, emergency room visits, hospitalizations, and medication changes / adjustments you become aware of.
• Provide information to outside agencies as requested to coordinate and assure the appropriateness of services.
• Provide and document crisis interventions as needed, within 24 hours of an incident, and complete an incident report when necessary.

Requirements :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Masters degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field with at least three years experience in social services. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, sufficient decision making, problem solving, computer and organizational skills. Individual must be able to work autonomously. Must have a valid driver's license, and ability to pass background check.

Envision Unlimited provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Compensation & Benefits :

Additional Benefits :

Compensation details : 60000-65000 Yearly Salary

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