Mental Health Therapist

Benefits

• Supervision Provided
• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• LMSW, LCSW-C, LGPC, LPC (Must be licensed by the state of Maryland)

Supervision Provided

Purpose of Position

Provide comprehensive outpatient therapy services to adults and youth with mental health challenges so they may attain personal outcomes and lead the full, meaningful lives they envision.

Functions: Clinical

Complete comprehensive clinical assessments for adults and youth with a wide variety of mental health,

developmental disabilities, and substance abuse challenges.

Determine service need(s) and medical necessity.

Formulate comprehensive treatment plans that are individualized to the individual/family’s specific

treatment needs and are based on clinical experience and knowledge.

Submit treatment authorizations to the state’s vender.

Utilize various, best-practice therapy modalities of treatment.

Provide individual and group therapy services to promote optimum mental health and overall well-being.

Provide psychoeducation on self-management skills building tools

Provide clinical consultation and work in partnership with individuals and families, other staff members

and community stakeholders in carrying out the goals and objectives of the treatment plan.

Refer individuals inquiring about services or on service to appropriate community agencies and

resources.

Provide crisis intervention and response during and after-hours for individuals assigned to caseload or

as additional on-call role for the agency.

Provide clinical, technical assistance to Agency staff in case conceptualization, development, and/or

implementation of testament plans.

Prepare/obtain correspondence and reports as necessary to implement effective assessments,

treatment plans and therapy services.

Attend Clinical Review Teams as requested or assigned.

Provide clinical staffing meetings as requested or assigned for Agency staff to enhance their clinical

knowledge and ensure quality provision of integrated

Work as a member of the QA Audit team (as requested or assigned) to review various charts for

accuracy.

Prepare and maintained all state, local, federal and company documentation, treatment records and

reports.

Ensure health, safety and welfare of consumers through service coordination and oversight

Provide consistent First Responder accessibility consistent with Agency Policy and Procedures and

State rules/definitions for consumers, guardians, family members, and Agency staff

Through leadership, training, and advocacy promote consumer outcomes, dignity, and rights.

Ensure all approved services for the consumers are provided in accordance with their treatment plan as agreed to by the consumer, his/her guardian (as appropriate), treatment team, and other consumer identified stakeholders

Maintain confidentiality of all individuals and families served related to treatment as well as all service records in accordance with all applicable HIPPA and confidentiality laws, rules, and regulations.

Act as advocate for those receiving therapy services to coordinate required services or to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.

Compliance with Federal, State and Agency Policy and Procedures

In collaboration with Senior Management, review and provide input into Agency Policy and Procedures,

as needed

Ensure compliance with Agency Policy and Procedures as related to provision of clinical services

In collaboration with Senior Management, ensure the timely responses to investigations, complaints,

grievances, appeals, etc., as requested or required by regulatory, licensing agents, and/or Agency Policy and Procedures

Records/Reports/Documentation

Ensure that documentation of service planning, authorization, billing, and provision is completed in a

manner consistent with Agency Policy and Procedures and State rules/definitions/laws

Ensure adherence to confidentiality of records and documentation consistent with HIPPA guidelines

Ensure that incident reports are completed and submitted to appropriate state/local agencies, consistent

with Agency Policy and Procedures and State rules/laws

Ensure that confidential information is released consistent with Agency Policy and Procedures and State

and Federal laws

Financial Accountability

Provide clinical services and support in the attainment of budgetary goals

In collaboration with the Senior Management, promote the growth of the company by making sound

clinical decisions regarding revenue and expenditures as related to current and new services

Submit billing, timesheets, and accurate documentation consistent with Agency policy and procedure.

Quality Assurance and Improvement

Ensure Participation in All Agency QA/QI Efforts

Analyze various reports and documents for clinical trends and develop action plans to address service

gaps, limitations or identified areas of improvement.

Conduct clinical audits of charts on a quarterly basis or as needed.

Communication

• Maintain consistent communication with the Administrator regarding clinical services provided in the

local office.

Qualifications

A master's degree in counseling or a related discipline regulated under the Health Occupations Article, Annotated Code of Maryland, and certification or licensure as Licensed Professional Counselors by the Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists; or as a LCSWC - Certified - Clinical by the Board of Social Work Examiners.

Preferred Credentials/Experience

3 or more years of providing therapy and assessment services.

Experience with and knowledge of the public MH/DD/SA system.

Demonstrated leadership in providing clinical services and oversight, oral and written communication,

time management, organizational, conflict resolution, computer (e. g., MS Office, MS Publisher, Excel, email, etc.) skills

Training

Must Complete Agency Required Training

Must maintain required CEUs as established by licensure board and by Agency.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License, reliable automobile with proof of current liability insurance, acceptable driving

record, current vehicle registration and brake tag, current TB test, and an acceptable criminal record.

Performance Expectations

Must meet billable requirements established by Agency.

Serve as a role model for professional and support staff, by consistently conducting him/herself in a

professional and ethical manner in all situations, including but not limited to promptness of completing assignments, verbal/non-verbal communications, maintaining professional boundaries, representing Agency with a professional image, and complying with Federal Anti-Kickback and Medicaid Fraud Laws

Represent Agency at Local Management Entity meetings, as requested

Participate in treatment team meetings, as warranted

Have a working knowledge of various forms of mental health treatment

Monitor appropriate websites for changes to and impact on clinical services to be provided.

Have or develop a working knowledge of rules, service definitions, and statutes governing the provision

of the services provided.

Have or develop a working knowledge of all applicable authorization/re-authorization processes, Agency

policies and procedures, documentation requirements, and billable tasks,

Have or develop a working knowledge of local community resources, both public and private

Maintain a person-centered focus throughout service provision

Provide services according to the philosophy, standards, values, and ethics set forth by Agency

Follow all Agency Policies and Procedures

Participate in all team meetings, committees, and audits as required

Maintain current training and certifications/licensure requirements

Promote community awareness of the services and achievements of Agency through effective public

relations.

Maintain current, valid, and ‘in good standing’ status of licensure and or certification and with the

appropriate governing authority in MD.

To provide full and accurate disclosure of any prior, current, or pending violation(s), fine(s), penalties,

suspensions, termination or action taken against the provider/clinician under federal and or state law

and/or rule.

To provide or have written agreement with another entity for access to 24-hour coverage for emergency

services.

To provide or implement services as defined within the most current service definition or policy approved

by the state.

Maintain all required licensure requirements.

Maintain all supervision requirements as required by the respective licensure regulatory body and

provide written verification of supervisory arrangement to the company at least annually or upon any

changes in such arrangements.

Post verification of most current and valid licensure status in a clearly visible area of the clinician’s office

and provides a copy of licensure status/renewal upon hire and subsequent licensure renewal periods.

Pursue continuous education as to the latest evidenced-based and best practice treatment strategies,

research indications as related to treatment, diagnostic information, and consumer care.

Maintain all required levels of earned CEUs as required by the respective licensure regulatory body

Adhere to and follows all company Policies and Procedures as well as its Mission Statement and Code

of Ethics.

Do not attempt to practice or provide treatment modalities beyond the scope and range of the clinician’s

range of expertise.

Direct Supervisor for This Position

OMHC Supervisor

Salary Range

Based on experience and local market conditions

This is a remote position.