Clinical Therapist

Role Overview: Clinical Service Specialist 1 (CSS1) functions as an experienced clinician with a background in psychology, social work, mental health, and/or substance use that provides the knowledge and skills to provide inpatient clinical treatment for patients admitted to Madison State Hospital. The incumbent will provide initial assessment of patients, recommendations for therapeutic interventions, and group and/or individual counseling/therapy. Clinical work experience with adults, groups, and/or families that experience Intellectual Disabilities and Serious Mental Illness is preferred with a working knowledge of assessment and skills/experience in developing behavioral and/or treatment plans for individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities and serious mental illnesses. Completion of an accredited master's level program in behavioral/mental health specialty with a current Indiana licenses in one of the following areas: LCSW, (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), LMHC (License Mental Health Counselor), LMFT (License Marriage and Family Therapist), or Licensed/Certified Behavioral Analyst is required. This position will be expected to work collaboratively with other interdisciplinary treatment staff to deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions as a member of the psychology department. The salary for this position traditionally starts at $59,800.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Evaluates cases to identify therapeutic treatment and service needs, for patients who may have experienced trauma or are impacted by severe mental illness.
• Initiates multidisciplinary team responses to ensure positive outcomes and safety for the patient.
• Provides education and collaboration with other professionals to assess patient needs, plan and implement clinical treatment interventions, and make treatment and placement recommendations.
• Recommends options and solutions to address the needs of the patient to ensure clinical recommendations are fulfilled.
• Establishes and maintains a therapeutic alliance with the patient and family/caregivers by facilitating family therapy as needed, with focus on resolving barriers to patient progress and community support connections in discharge planning.
• Develops and maintains processes related to collaboration with patients referred to the state hospital, acute hospitals, and intensive residential placements.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of counseling or educational programs.
• May provide individual or group therapy to patients to decrease problematic symptoms and enhance treatment outcomes.
• May consult with agency field staff and attorneys regarding the assessment and therapeutic treatment of patients.
• May address legal issues, assist in hearings and/or provide testimony as required by Court.
• The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
• What You'll Need for Success:
• Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:
• Experience providing crisis management, including time sensitive, solution focused treatment.
• Knowledge of the principles of mental health and/or social work, state and federal laws, policies and regulations related to the administration of therapeutic services.
• Knowledge of the characteristics and social aspects of mental and emotional disturbances and developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of the scope and activities of local and private health and welfare agencies and community organizations.
• Knowledge of evidence-based counseling and/or psychotherapeutic interventions.
• Ability to respond supportively and empathetically to individuals struggling with mental illness and unsafe behaviors from a variety of socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to obtain accurate social data, to record such data systematically and to write clear, accurate and concise reports with realistic and meaningful recommendations.
• Ability to make independent clinical judgments.
• Ability to evaluate client treatment needs and collaborate with community-based and residential staff to develop an effective course of action.
• Effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Valid driver's license and access to transportation.
• Master's Degree in Social Work, Mental Health or related field from an accredited University.
• Active Indiana licensure through the Professional Licensing Agency (PLA) as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Associate Mental Health Counselor (LMHC-A), or an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT-A).Clinical work experience with children, adults and/or families required.
• Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
• This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.
• Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
• The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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