(Hybrid) Behavioral Health Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Title : Behavioral Health Therapist

Reports to : Clinical & Program Directors

Department : Behavioral Health

Supervises : No

General Summary :

EPIC is seeking licensed outpatient therapists for contract employment. We are looking for personable and positive professionals who care about others, enjoy flexible schedules, and work well independently. The position meets with clients via Telehealth and in-person. In-person sessions are primarily based on a client's need and preference and if the therapist deems an in-person session is needed.

As a therapist with EPIC, you would provide initial assessments and on-going treatment to children, adolescents, and / or adults with mental health challenges, substance use issues, relationship conflicts, or other life concerns.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Active collaboration with other professionals, both internally and externally, to ensure the best possible course of treatment for all clients;
• Maintenance of accurate and timely documentation of services within an electronic health record (EHR);
• Ongoing evaluation of the efficacy of treatment interventions and dynamic utilization of therapeutic services based upon this evaluation;
• Development and implementation of plans of treatment, with a focus on evidence based interventions;
• Specialized provision of therapeutic intervention to individuals, couples and / or groups of all ages presenting for treatment.
• Manage a caseload of 20-30 consumers;
• Conduct mental health assessments, which include clinical interviews of adults, determine preliminary DSM V diagnosis, and identify treatment goals and objectives;
• Complete the Illinois Medicaid Comprehensive Assessment of Needs and Strengths (IM+CANS) for every new client;

Requirements :

Competencies (Minimum Skills, Knowledge and Experience) :