Behavioral Health Therapist, Child Crisis I

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Schedule: Week 1: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday 8am-5pm

Week 2: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8am-5pm

Pay Range Minimum

$60,000.00

Education We're Looking For

Masters: Human Services (Required)

Certifications We're Looking For

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - State Social Work Certification and Licensure Board, Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Associate (LCSW-A) - State Social Work Certification and Licensure Board

Experience We're Looking For

Experience in working with youth and families with mental health diagnosis with progressing experience. | 1 Year | Required Post-graduate experience working with youth and families with a mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorder | Not Required

Additional Details

$3,000 Sign On Bonus ($750 at 3 months of continuous employment, $750 at 6 months of continuous employment, $1,500 at 12 months of continuous employment)

Minimum Requirements

One year of experience in working with youth and families with mental health diagnosis with progressing experience.

Associate or Fully Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-A / LCSW)

Preferred Qualifications

Post-graduate experience working with youth and families with a mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorder

Job Description Summary

The primary purpose of the Behavioral Health Therapist, Child Crisis Services I is to provide behavioral health services to children/adolescents while receiving PRTF services and who are experiencing psychological difficulties.

What You'll Do

Maintain a therapeutic and safe environment for those receiving services and help facilitate appropriate linkage and transition into the community upon discharge.

Participate in team meetings, person-centered planning and discharge planning as appropriate for all individuals served

Serve as a resource for non-licensed staff by assisting with in-service training and supports to educate PRTF staff in the area of mental health

Complete clinical assessments and reassessments as needed and assigning accurate diagnosis to assist in guiding treatment

Provide individual, group, and family therapy to individuals receiving services using person-centered philosophies and best practices in all service delivery.

Provide expertise in assessing psychiatric crises and crisis intervention while working closely with other PRTF staff.

Maintain necessary medical records in compliance with state, federal, and agency guidelines.

Assist individuals and families in meeting other psychosocial needs by referring them to appropriate outside agencies upon discharge from treatment and providing information needed within the guidelines of confidentiality standards.

Provide crisis assessments, stabilization, and service coordination in order to de-escalate crisis and potential crisis situations in an effort to maintain lowest level of care that promotes safety.

Maintain licensure as required by licensing board and attend educational trainings/seminars to remain up to date on current best practices.

Maintain positive working relationships within the communities served, including with individuals, families, staff, monitoring and licensing agencies, organizations, funding resources, and other human service agencies.

• Be an active participant in the ongoing continuous quality improvement activities of the agency.
• Provide clinical consultation as required or requested by other professionals within Monarch to provide ongoing professional development and to process difficult client situations that may arises
• Drive or travel to community locations, various agencies, and other outreach destinations as assigned.

Attend and actively participate in meetings and training as required. Maintain certification in all agency, state and federal training requirements.

Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures, as well as state and federal statutes and regulations related to specific program areas

• Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and assist in crisis situations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures.
• Follow service definition guidelines for services being provided.
• Complete all other relevant responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

We offer a competitive and flexible total rewards package designed to support the diverse needs of our team members.

In addition to base compensation, eligible employees have access to a range of customizable benefits and perks, which may include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, professional development support, and more. Specific offerings are tailored to the role, employment type, and location.

We look forward to discussing the details of your personalized compensation and benefits package—and what matters most to you—during the interview process.

Make a Difference in Someone’s Life!

At Monarch, we work together to provide life-changing care in communities across North Carolina and Rhode Island. As a team, we provide hope, promote wellness, and empower individuals and families impacted by mental illness, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and traumatic brain injury.

You Belong at Monarch Healthcare

You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment - a place where you can do your best work and grow as a professional. That is just what you’ll find at Monarch Healthcare. Here, we care for people, including our team members.

We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that supports full-time and part-time team members and their families. More than just a job, this opportunity with Monarch Healthcare will give you room to spread your wings and grow because we believe in promoting from within and developing future leaders.

Monarch Healthcare Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Monarch Healthcare offers opportunities as diverse as the people we support and the communities we serve. Monarch Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and we are firmly committed to supporting and celebrating all forms of diversity.

Monarch Healthcare does not accept paper applications. Any person with a disability who needs any reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to apply for a position or otherwise to participate in Monarch Healthcare job search or selection process, should contact HR@MonarchNC.org or call (704) 986-1550.

This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed. You will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor. This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of Monarch Healthcare.

Department: BH - Licensed-Associate Professional