Mental Health Professional

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

As a Mental Health Professional, you will provide clinical services to individuals under the direction of the Mental Health Coordinator, Clinical Supervisor, or Mental Health Director. In addition, you will offer mental health consultation and training to facility staff to help them identify and support the mental health needs of those in their care. With your expertise and support, you will help to promote the overall mental well-being of those served within the facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services, crisis intervention, and individual / group therapy to persons served in accordance with professional standards and company policies.
• Conduct diagnostic evaluations and complete clinical reports, including personality and intellectual testing as allowed by state regulations.
• Offer consultation services to institutional staff and screening committees on mental health issues and management of persons served.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and reports of activities, as well as participate in staff meetings and training programs.
• Support and monitor the mental condition of persons served for institutional psychiatric staff and ensure accountability through participation in the Quality Improvement program.

Qualifications

Education

Experience

Licenses / Certifications