Mobile Therapist

Education/Training: Licensed Mental Health Professional or Master’s Degree in a related field (Social Worker, Special Education, Counseling or Psychology). 

Skill(s): Excellent written and oral communication, presentation and leadership skills; excellent organizational skills and interpersonal skills; ability to negotiate conflict resolution; ability to facilitate effective team communication; Knowledge of family systems and different treatment modalities; Ability to develop individualized treatment plan with measurable goals, as well as crisis plans; Ability to complete clinical assessments; Intermediate PC Skills and Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software. 

Experience: Minimum of 1 year experience providing mental health direct services to children and youth. Prior experience working with children with developmental disabilities preferred. 

General Responsibilities:  Provide mobile therapy services to children, adolescents and family members. 

Standard Requirements:

1. Supports the mission and values of Indian Creek Foundation.
2. Completion of drug test, physical, criminal background check, child abuse clearance, and FBI clearance, with clearance approved; copy of degree and any relevant professional licenses.
3. Supports and participates in common teamwork:

a.  Cooperates and works together with team members and all co-workers.

b.  Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations.

c. Follows up as appropriate with team members and/or clinical coordinator.

d.  Completes requirements for training and supervision, acceptable attendance, and other work duties as assigned.

1. Plan and complete job duties with minimal supervisory direction; ability to collaborate and make treatment decisions as needed. 

1. Demonstrates knowledge of HIPAA standards by protecting the confidentiality of individuals served.
2. Ability to work flexible schedule as determined by program needs, which may include some evenings.
3. Ability to file ChildLine reports as mandated by the Child Protective Service Law. Complete required documentation for the agency.

Essential Duties:

1. Knowledge and implementation of CASSP principles.
2. Provide mobile therapy services, including family therapy, consultation and support to family members/caregivers, in order to stabilize the individual and family situation and to provide transfer of skill to parents/caregivers.
3. Works all authorized hours in accordance to each individual’s prescription for services.
4. Collaborates with treatment team members in the development of goals and interventions. 
5. Participate in team meetings as indicated, and conduct at least six-month reviews/assessments for each child on caseload. 
6. Complete assessment tools and monitor outcome measurement on each treatment goal as needed.
7. Provide transfer of skill to parents/caregivers through family therapy.
8. Clinically advise the behavioral health technician on behavioral interventions specific to the child/youth.
9. Maintains communication with treatment team to report obstacles, progress and/or concerns about treatment.
10. Attends monthly supervision. 
11. Attend trainings required by program/department.   Maintain current training certifications as needed for programs.
12. Participate in special projects as requested.

Job Location 

As assigned. Staff assigned to various settings, including Cowpath Rd. Campus, in addition to the home and community settings.