Clinical Responsibilities

• Provides effective clinical assessment of the consumer
• Utilizes assessment data to support a DSM 5 diagnosis
• Formulates appropriate treatment plan along with consumer
• Provides individual, group, and family therapy, utilizing basic therapeutic models and theories according to consumer needs as stated in the treatment plan
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve the situation
• Effectively collaborates with the treatment team members and outside sources in the delivery of clinical services
• Evaluates the consumer for discharge planning
• Effectively demonstrates the application of adult specific competencies
• Adheres to professional code of ethics Supervision and Consultation
• Seeks clinical supervision and consultation as needed
• Accepts and employs suggestions for improvement
• Actively works to enhance clinical skills Clinical Record Keeping
• Documents in a timely fashion per AltaPointe policy
• Documents appropriate, complete, and clinically comprehensive mental health assessments
• Documents measurable and specific goals in the treatment plan
• Documents in a clear and concise manner, types of consumer problems, treatment goals addressed, services, and techniques used
• Documents case disposition, case closings, follow-up and referrals
• Documents legibly Case Load Management
• Effectively manages caseload based on consumer needs
• Meets AltaPointe productivity standards Courteous and respectful attitudes towards consumers, visitors and co-workers
• Treats consumers with care, dignity and compassion
• Respects consumers privacy and confidentiality
• Is pleasant and cooperative with others
• Assists visitors and consumers as needed
• Personal values don’t inhibit ability to relate and care for others
• Is sensitive to the consumers needs, expectations and individual differences
• Is gentle and calm with consumers and families Administrative and Other Related Duties as Assigned
• Actively participates in Performance Improvement activities
• Actively participates in AltaPointe committees as required
• Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner
• Accesses appropriate community resources according to consumer needs
• Follows AltaPointe policies and procedures
• Maintains current license and requirements for renewals (i.e. CEU’s), if applicable, and attends to required in-services and workshops Master’s degree in a mental health discipline. LICSW or LPC in AL required. Apply To this Job Apply To This Job