Qualified Mental Health Professional - HCST en Trinity Services, Inc.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under the direction and immediate supervision of the Homeless & Community Support Team (HCST) Program Director, the Therapist/Qualified Mental Health Practitioner (QMHP) performs clinical duties, such as delivery of therapeutic assessments and services, clinical supervision of therapists, data collection, policy and protocol development and implementation, training and workshop facilitation, and cultivation of partnerships with key stakeholders.

HCST consists of mental health rehabilitation services and supports to decrease hospitalization and crisis episodes and increase community functioning for the individual to achieve rehabilitative, resiliency and recovery goals.  HCST facilitates illness self-management, skill building, identification and use of adaptive and compensatory skills, identification and use of natural supports, and use of community resources. HCST services will be provided in natural settings a majority of the time and service location will be based on the needs of the individuals supported. 

Location: Joliet, IL

Shift: M-F, 3 weekday shifts, 2 evening shifts per week

Salary: $58,000-$62,000

REPORTS TO: HCST Program Director

NETWORK OR DEPARTMENT: Network 9

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Facilitates individual therapy sessions and/or family therapy sessions.
• Provides supports in natural settings and location based on the needs of the individuals supported
• Administers and interprets assessment instruments such as IATP’s, LOCUS, etc
• Providing crisis intervention to individuals when necessary
• Develops treatment plan for individuals/ families engaged in treatment.
• Participates in regular multidisciplinary team meetings
• Makes appropriate referrals for individuals and families psychological and psychosocial needs and follows-up to identify if services were accessed.
• Maintains service records, database, and statistics.
• Submits documentation for services in a timely fashion
• Participates in clinical supervision weekly
• Completes intakes, verifies insurance, and manages billing.
• May have some intern supervision, on-call and crisis response responsibilities depending on the site.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the techniques and principles of child and family development, family systems theory, individual, family, behavioral therapy (ACT, DBT), and crisis focused interventions.
• Strong communication, leadership, and counseling skills.
• Ability to independently diagnose using the DSM 5.
• Strong command of treating people with chronic mental illness.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Lift up to 40 pounds from floor to waist unassisted.
• Push and pull up to 75 pounds; push wheelchairs up to 200 pounds.
• Perform physical movements including squatting, stooping, crouching, and kneeling.
• Stand, sit, or remain stationary for extended periods.
• Perform repetitive hand and finger movements for computer and phone use.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of Master’s Degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field. Clinical License (LCPC, LCSW, LMFT) preferred 

BENEFITS:

• Health, Vision, Dental, and Life insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Paid time off
• Sick time
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Personal Time
• Potential Year-End Bonus
• Financial Assistance Program (Cookie Jar)
• Employee Referral Program (Bounty Bucks)

CLASSIFICATION:

Exempt

DISCLAIMER:

Duties and responsibilities may change, and new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment.

STATEMENT:

Trinity Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates.  Trinity Services, Inc. prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.  Trinity Services, Inc. conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.