Mental Health Therapist- Master Level

Company: Highland Health Systems
Location: Anniston
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

We are seeking several Master Level Therapist positions here at Highland Health Systems. Positions available include: Outpatient Therapist in Jacksonville, AL, PHP Therapist in Anniston, AL and Crisis Program PHP Therapist in Alexandria, Al. We also are seeking to fill our School-Based Therapist Position for Calhoun County Schools. We are a part of the Retirement Systems of Alabama and have many state benefits. Time off accrual begins one month after employment including 10 hours of vacation per month, 8 hours of sick leave, and 4 personal days per year. We also get 8 paid holidays. We offer BCBS insurance and have life insurance, short term and long term disability benefits available to you. We look forward to hearing from you!
SUMMARY: - Advanced professional work providing direct services through group, individual, or family sessions. - May specialize to some degree, i.e. children, adolescents, etc. with approved training.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Carries a caseload and maintains clinical records.

Consults with referral sources.

May present consultation and education programs to the public.

Ensures continuity of care.

Performs other reasonable, related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management, as required.

Responsible for the storage and protection of consumer records, including compliance with the Heath Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the fundamental types of emotional and behavioral disturbances and abnormalities.

Ability to establish effective working and professional relationships with staff, consumers, families of consumers, and referral sources.

Flexibility; ability to organize, schedule, communicate, and monitor.

Ability to effectively apply therapeutic techniques and complete required paperwork.

Must demonstrate the ability to work well with staff and clients in a polite, respectful and dignified manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree from an accredited university in a behavioral science (psychology, sociology, counseling)
Two years post master's preferred

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