NewlivinghealthcareActive opening

Entry-Level Therapist

Washington, District of Columbia, United StatesOn-siteIndividual contributor$60k–$70kFound 14 days ago
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PRIMARY PURPOSE

The basic functions of the New Living Healthcare Services (NLHCS) Licensed Clinical Therapist are to provide assessments, psychotherapy and referrals to a broad range of consumers.

All services are provided in accordance with professional ethics and boundaries.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assess consumers to obtain information concerning social history, treatment, and other pertinent information.

  • Plan and administer therapeutic treatment, behavior modification, and stress management therapy to assist consumers in developing/displaying appropriate behaviors.

  • Clinically evaluate consumers to detect indications of abnormal physical or mental behavior.

  • Review results of psychological evaluations and evaluations from community providers to assess client needs.

  • Discuss progress toward goals and objectives, such as medication management, family relationships, educational programs, social development, discharge plans or other behavioral problems, with consumers..

  • Consult external community providers concerning treatment plans and for coordination of care, as required.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW), Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor(LGPC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
  • Masters Degree in related field of social work or counseling

SKILL AND ABILITIES

  • Ability to articulate a coherent philosophy regarding a psychotherapeutic approach or approaches within generally accepted practices of psychotherapy.
  • Ability to accurately recognize crisis situations, assess potential danger to consumers and/or others, and effectively intervene and assist with hospital transportation, as needed.
  • Ability to recognize dual diagnosis and substance abuse problems.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

  • 3-5 years experience in counseling and case note documentation

  • Working knowledge of Core Service Agencies

  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail

SALARY

  • $60 - $70k/year, based on experience and performance

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