Mental Health Therapist - Healthcare Alternative Systems : Job Details

Mental Health Therapist Lead 2755 W. Armitage Ave. Chicago, IL, 60647 Full-time MISSION/VISION Healthcare Alternative Systems (H.A.S.) provides a continuum of multicultural and bilingual (English/Spanish) behavioral care and social services that empower individuals, families, and communities. H.A.S. seeks to implement sustainable programs that benefit society by improving the well-being and recovery efforts of those individuals, families, and communities impacted by behavioral health problems. With eleven locations across the Chicagoland area, H.A.S. provides services and resources to individuals at every stage in their behavioral/recovery journey so that they can be successful and become contributing members of their communities. Benefits: Competitive hourly salary Health insurance (PPO, HMO) Paid time off Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible spending account (FSA) / Health savings account (HSA) Life insurance CEU eligible on-site trainings Supervision $200 Professional Development JOB SUMMARY Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Mental Health (MH) Lead Therapist conducts mental health assessments & treatment plans (via the IM+CANS), and provides individual, family, and couples psychotherapy - versed in Trauma, as well as other supportive services - to individuals suffering from a wide range of mental health disorders. This position requires a willingness to work two evenings/week to accommodate clients requiring after work/afterschool appointments. Access to reliable transportation, or comfort & familiarity using public transportation, is necessary for this position. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Ensures caseload placement to MH staff. Partakes in the interview process for potential candidates. Provides support with the MH reports, implements strategies for MH staff to reach direct client contact hours. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Completes an Integrated Assessment & Treatment Plan (IATP) using the State mandated IM+CANS tool with all new clients. Conducts primarily individual MH therapy sessions, with family and couples therapy sessions being provided, as deemed necessary and appropriate to the client's treatment protocol. Maintains case files (i.e., clinical documentation) for all clients assigned to caseload, with all files being subject to regular internal quality assurance audits. Works as part of a team to further develop program initiatives and to increase program referral network. Performs community outreach and advocacy work with the goal of increasing the visibility and understanding of Perinatal Mood Disorders and Mental Illness, and to promote community treatment options. Identifies and provides referrals for additional services, as needed. Engages in regular clinical peer review of cases, particularly those involving the potential risk for self-harm or harm to others (particularly in cases where an infant or child could potentially be at risk). Attends Group Supervision/Team Clinical Case Review meetings/Discharge Reviews/COD. Participates in agency sponsored trainings, agency meetings, community outreach events, health fairs, fundraising events, etc., as directed by the Program Manager. Performs all other duties as assigned by the Program Manager. REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES Bilingual (English/Spanish), preferred. Familiarity with IL-DMH Rule 132 & IL-HFS Rule 140 and their general provisions & requirements pertaining to the delivery & documentation of Community Mental Health services. Must possess above average written and verbal communication skills. Must possess the ability to work independently while supporting the larger team. Must be highly self-motivated, disciplined, organized, and require minimal oversight. Must be comfortable using Microsoft Word, Outlook (email and calendars), required. Some familiarity working with Electronic Health/Medical Records systems, preferred. Must be willing to commit to working 2 evenings/week to accommodate those clients requiring afterschool/after work appointments. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or another related field, from a regionally accredited educational institution which has U.S. Department of Education approval, preferred. Professional clinical license (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT), or non-clinical license (LSW, LPC, AMFT), preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. EEO It is the policy of H.A.S. not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 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