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DODGE CO. HUMAN SERVICES & HEALTH Behavioral Health Therapist in JUNEAU, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Full Job Title: Behavior Health Therapist or Behavioral Health Therapist- In Training- Community Programs This position provides professional mental health therapy services and case management to clients and their families; provides therapeutic intervention to promote development and recovery within a natural environment. The position of Behavioral Therapist will be assigned a designated Division within the Human Services and Health Department. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Provides mental health therapy/treatment including individual, family, and group treatment. This would include face to face, phone contact, and written correspondence. - Conducts mental health evaluations and assessments; including gathering information regarding symptoms, current, and previous psychiatric medications, previous treatment or therapy, history, etc. - Formulates diagnosis; develops treatment options with client; makes appropriate referrals to other providers and appropriate resources within and outside of Croix County DHHS.HSH. - Documents assessments, treatment plans, reviews, referrals, and discharge planning and summaries in accordance with professional standards, agency, State and Federal guidelines. - Performs ongoing assessment of client for risk of harm to self or others, including developing crisis plans and determining level of care when necessary. - Serves as a member of the intake team including initial screening, emergency services, crisis stabilization, referral services, and care planning in consultation with interdisciplinary teams. - Serves as a member of the CCS, CST and CSP teams to develop treatment goals and plans based on assessment, evaluation, and agency guidelines. - Provides consultation, collaboration, and/or training; screening services, psychoeducational and group facilitation to internal agency divisions and community. - Monitors medication compliance by observing medication administration, watches for side effects or signs of deterioration. - Teaches clients about available community resources and how to independently gain access to needed services. - Advocates and works to coordinate services and support clients in achieving treatment objectives without duplication of effort and with maximum effective use of staff time and available resources. - Bills for all allowable services and submits billing as directed. Ensures State reporting system forms and data collection are completed on a timely basis. - Maintains a timely and complete record for all assigned cases; completes required written assessments, reports, and other related paperwork/documentation as necessary. - Develops and maintains professional knowledge and skills to enhance the programs and services provided. - Consults with supervisors, interdisciplinary teams, and legal counsel on appropriate case-specific matters, as necessary. - May facilitate treatment and/or other related, indicated services with groups of clients. - May be designated to speak to the community and other organizations to provide public education. - Participates in crisis intervention services as needed, including after hours. - Other duties as assigned. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: - Experience in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or Marriage Family Therapy and has completed a minimum of 3,000 hours of supervised therapy. - Must successfully pass caregiver and criminal background check. Requirements for Behavioral Health Therapist - In Training: - Master\'s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or Marriage Family Therapy and is in process of completing 3,000 hours of supervised clinical practice under the supervision of a supervisor. Equivalent combination of education and experience which provides necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://gusea1p01.rec.pro.ukg.net/DOD1000DODGE/