About the role
Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!
JOB DESCRIPTION:
SUMMARY OF POSITION
Provide individual, family, and group counseling services to patients in an inpatient behavioral health setting. Provide written documentation regarding patient progress and collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support treatment goals and continuity of care. This role works closely with patients, clinical staff, and community resources to promote stabilization and recovery during hospitalization. As part of the inpatient treatment team, the Therapist conducts assessments, supports treatment and discharge planning, and provides intervention for patients experiencing acute mental health and behavioral health needs.
*Sign-On Bonus Eligible*
Program and State-Specific Requirements:
Specific to Inpatient:
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and communicate patient progress, barriers, and treatment recommendations.
Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support for patients experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms or behavioral health emergencies.
Conduct clinical assessments and contribute to treatment and discharge planning throughout the patient's hospitalization, assisting the discharge planner in evaluating barriers to discharge, identifying the safest post-discharge placement and level of care, and coordinating appropriate follow-up services and supports.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Reports to work as scheduled on a daily basis and performs duties as assigned by supervisor to ensure the smooth operation of the department.
Provide crisis intervention services in the community.
Responsible for developing, implementing, evaluating, and updating treatment plans with input from the client and family.
Conduct clinical behavioral health assessments.
Enters written documentation into Electronic Medical Record in a timely manner for all services rendered.
Provide supportive and educational counseling services (individual, family and group) to develop daily living and coping skills.
Assist clients with developing natural support systems. Refer, advocate, and link clients and families to additional services as needed.
Complete all required agency trainings to maintain 100% compliance. Maintains departmental productivity expectations. Additional training and/or certification may be required based on specific program guidelines.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
Ability to develop supportive relationships with persons with legal, mental health, substance use, and co-occurring issues while maintaining appropriate therapeutic boundaries.
Possess knowledge of mental illness and recovery including the ability to collaborate with community partners.
Knowledge of community resources or ability to learn quickly.
Experience working with individuals with mental health or substance use concerns. Enthusiastic about influencing positive change in our clients’ lives.
Understanding of populations affected by mental illness, proven skills in networking among diverse agencies, and strong planning and personnel management abilities.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Level
Master's degree required. Four years' professional experience in a substance abuse or mental health setting and a bachelor's degree may be accepted in lieu of a master's degree.
Years of Experience
Must have experience with mental health and/or co-occurring issues.
Certification/Licensure
Must have LCSW, LPC-MHSP, LMFT-MHSP license or be a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed School Psychologist. Must have a valid FL driver’s license.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Standing – 10%
Sitting – 90%
Squatting – Occasional
Kneeling – Occasional
Bending – Occasional
Driving – Occasional
Lifting – Occasional
DISCLAIMER
The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
Salary Range: $51,189 - $71,739
Time Type:
Full timePay Range:
$53,250.00--$74,600.00Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:
Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
403b retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and ten paid holidays
AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
Employee Resource Groups
Continuing education opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.
At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.
Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.
Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.