Travel Mental Health Professional Hourly
US-NC-Castle Hayne
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Req #: 168254
Type: Full-Time
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Overview: The Mental Health Professional travels to various sites to deliver clinical services to individuals under the direction of the MH Coordinator, Clinical Supervisor, or MH Director. This role involves providing mental health consultation and training to facility staff, ensuring the effective management and treatment of persons served. Additionally, the professional participates in staff meetings, in-service training, and maintains thorough documentation of services provided. Responsibilities: * Provide direct clinical and consultation services in accordance with policies, procedures, and ethical standards of relevant professional organizations (e.g., NASW, APA). * Conduct individual and group psychotherapy/counseling to reduce maladaptive behavior and enhance psychological functioning, and offer crisis intervention services as needed, including consultation and referrals. * Complete Clinical Service Reports and diagnostic evaluations, including psychological testing and reporting, ensuring timely and professional documentation. * Offer consultation services to institutional screening committees and staff regarding mental status and management of persons served, and support institutional psychiatric staff. * Participate in staff meetings, in-service training, specialized clinical services, program development activities, and maintain accountability through accurate documentation and the Quality Improvement program. Qualifications: Education * Master's degree in a behavioral/social science field from an accredited college or university. Experience * Coursework and professional experience that indicates knowledge of mental health counseling, group and individual psychotherapy, diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders, psychological assessment techniques, crisis intervention, and mental health consultation. Must be willing to travel up to 100% of the time. Licenses/Certifications * LMSW, LPC, or similar licensure in the state from the appropriate state licensing board; Must maintain CPR certification and any other certifications (such as First Aid) required.
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