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Outpatient Mental Health Therapist II - GI Clinic

Akron Children's, Akron, Ohio, United States, 44329

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Outpatient Mental Health Therapist II - GI Clinic

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Taxed bonus available. Bonus paid in full with first paycheck. $10,000 Dependent (LPC, LSW, MFT) $15,000 Independent (LPCC, LISW, IMFT) Full‑time: 40 hours per week. 1st shift: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Monday – Friday. Location: Akron – Outpatient – Gastrointestinal (GI) Clinic. Summary

The Mental Health Therapist II applies graduate‑level counseling skills/social work as an independently licensed staff as stipulated by the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. The duties performed include psychosocial assessment of individuals, adolescents, families, and groups and the provision of graduate‑level clinical social work/counseling interventions as appropriate to client needs in the context of the department. Responsibilities

Conduct initial comprehensive patient and family psychosocial assessment, and triage care accordingly. Communicate with staff regarding assessment, treatment/interventions, and interdisciplinary care plan through documentation and meetings such as patient rounds. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide competent care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age. Provide case management for assigned patients that involves consultation and collaboration with hospital and community professionals and programs in order to provide the most appropriate and comprehensive care. Consistently use evidence-based trauma and risk assessment tools and apply crisis intervention skills when indicated, and formally determine the need for a referral to the Emergency Department or a more suitable community agency. Ethically and timely complete documentation as expected in the context of the department. Other duties as required. Outpatient Add On

Complete Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions in addition to other clinical evidence-based treatment modalities to assist patients and families in completing their individualized service plans. PHP/IOP Add On

Use of CBT and DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) intervention through individual, group, and family therapy to support clients in achieving therapeutic goals. PIRC Add On

Work in a fast‑paced environment conducting risk assessments and using crisis intervention skills as needed. Triage and assess intake calls received from families and community referral sources; conduct preliminary diagnostic assessment over telephone to determine the need for services for children and adolescents seeking psychiatric and psychological services. Conduct comprehensive risk assessment either face‑to‑face in the ED or through telehealth to maximize continuity of care with the family. Engage in consultation and collaboration with hospital and community professionals and programs to develop and communicate a crisis treatment plan for patients and families and provide recommendations for follow‑up. Substance Use Add On

Use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy intervention as well as other evidence-based practices, such as Motivational Interviewing. Involve family in therapy sessions and provide behavior modification techniques as clinically indicated. Technical Expertise

Experience working with electronic medical record software, such as EPIC, is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required. Experience providing clinical services through telehealth is preferred. Education And Experience

Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work or Clinical Mental/Behavioral Health Counseling is required. Certification: Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist (IMFT) required. For SUD positions, LCDC II, LCDC III, or LICDC is preferred. Years of relevant experience: Minimum 3‑5 years of relevant experience. Supervision endorsement from the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board preferred. Must meet Akron Children’s Hospital Medical Staff Credentialing/Privileging criteria. Years of supervisory experience: None. Position Details

Full Time FTE: 1.000000 Status: Onsite Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level Employment type

Full‑time Job function

Health Care Provider Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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