Outpatient Therapist
RIVER VALLEY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Summary
The Outpatient Therapist will serve individuals, couples, families, and/or groups dealing with various behavioral health challenges. The position involves conducting assessments, treatment planning, and delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions in an outpatient setting, collaborating with other mental health professionals and community resources to provide comprehensive care.
Job description
Therapeutic Clinical Services
- Provides individual, couples, and/or family therapy and other therapeutic interventions as appropriate to meet expectations of contracts, company policies and procedures, service modalities, and best practice expectations.
- Demonstrates the ability to develop clinically appropriate individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients, setting measurable goals and appropriate interventions, and ensures plans are updated regularly based on the client's progress.
- Maintains confidentiality, integrity, and security of protected health information (PHI) in compliance with all applicable agency, state, and federal laws applicable to privacy and security policies and procedures.
- Provides culturally appropriate services that are person-centered and culturally relevant to diverse populations.
- Demonstrates the ability to seek out consultation and supervision when appropriate based on situation, complexity, and potential risk factors.
- Provides clinically appropriate interventions to crises including risk and level of care assessment, referrals, and crisis safety planning.
Documentation
- Completes and maintains accurate, timely, and confidential records, including progress notes, treatment plans, assessments, and discharge summaries per agency and regulatory standards.
- Documents all services provided in a manner that is person-centered and meets quality improvement goals.
Staff Development Activities
- Engages in ongoing professional development through training, workshops, and conferences.
- Stays current on best practices, new research, and developments in the field of behavioral health treatment.
- Attends and participates in required meetings and agency training.
Other
- In collaboration with Supervisor, develops a set schedule of work hours and corresponding caseload size. Changes to schedule made in collaboration with supervisor based on clinician availability and agency need.
- Completes other administrative support duties and special projects as developed and assigned.
Requirements
- Master's degree in human services or health-related field (including counseling, social work, psychology, etc.)
- Independent certification or licensure as required by the Kentucky state board of the appropriate discipline to provide clinical services (i.e., LPCC, LCSW, LPP, PsyD, PhD, LCADC, LMFT, etc.)
- Strong therapeutic skills, including familiarity with a range of therapeutic modalities
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems preferred
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Telehealth
- Paid Time Off
- 9 Holidays
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free CEUs
- Clinical Supervision
- Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Company overview
River Valley Behavioral Health is a comprehensive mental health care provider specializing in behavioral health services for individuals and communities. As a healthcare provider organization, it focuses on delivering evidence-based treatment and support services for mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and developmental disabilities. The organization typically offers a range of services including outpatient counseling, crisis intervention, psychiatric care, addiction treatment, and community-based support programs. River Valley Behavioral Health serves as a critical resource in its region, providing accessible mental health care to diverse populations through integrated treatment approaches. The organization emphasizes person-centered care, recovery-oriented services, and community partnerships to address the complex needs of individuals facing behavioral health challenges. With a commitment to improving mental wellness and quality of life, River Valley Behavioral Health plays an essential role in the healthcare ecosystem by bridging gaps in mental health services and promoting holistic well-being for the communities it serves.