Clinical Therapist - Allentown, PA

Preventive Measures, LLC. is an outpatient psychiatric facility with multiple locations within the USA. We provide members of our local communities' access to necessary mental health treatment. If you want to be part of an excellent, forward-thinking, and growing company, apply today!

The Clinical Therapist is responsible for providing diagnostic assessments, counseling, and supportive services for a diverse population. This is a fee for service and in-office position.

Primary Job Responsibilities :

• Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.
• Performs intake assessments, evaluations and referrals of assigned clients, obtaining sufficient information during the evaluation process for clinical assessment and planning. Presents treatment and service plan to clients following evaluation process. Provides care necessary as described in department policies and procedures.
• Performs appropriate treatment services to assigned clients. Uses interventions with assigned clients which meet accepted standards of mental health care and reflect consideration of treatment plan. Provides crisis management for assigned cases and is able to provide back up for the program.
• Maintains amount of weekly scheduled client hours as required.
• Participates as a treatment team member and maintains a current level of psychotherapy theory and practice. Attend clinical supervision meetings and staff meetings as scheduled and come to meetings prepared. Keeps current with professional literature and trends in mental health. Attend continuing education training, workshops, seminars or conferences in order to keep current with evidence-based standards of practice and maintain licensure.
• Maintains active communication with identified staff and agencies that share case involvement when

appropriate releases are signed.

Maintains appropriate records of service rendered to or on behalf of the client populations served. Maintains clinical records of all client contacts according to QA &I, State and Joint Commission guidelines. Produces an evaluation report which effectively addresses the reason for referral and reflects the sound organization and synthesis of fact, impressions and clinical recommendations. Completes progress notes,

reports and correspondence in a timely manner.

Exercises appropriate self-management in the performance of all duties.

Completes client satisfaction tools as required by departmental standards.

Performs thorough Risk Assessment at intake session and as needed thereafter

Qualifications :

2-Step TB

2 Written References

PA State Background Check

ChildLine Abuse Clearance

Must show the ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions

Ability to communicate with clients and to remain calm under stress

Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Experience in medical or hospital setting a plus

Must be a team-player with excellent customer service skills, written and verbal

Able to work with Microsoft Windows and other software programs, including insurance websites

Meet all Certifications, Licenses and Diplomas for this position

Education

Master's degree in Social Work / Human Service fields

Requirements

Physical and Sensory Requirements Able to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing).

Positive interpersonal skills required.

Sits stands and walks for extended periods of time.

Requires some light lifting.

Preventive Measures is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected characteristic. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of and passing all job-related clearances, background checks and regulated requirements as applicable and permissible by law.