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OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION:

Skilled, Independent Contractor certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy by the Penn Beck Community Initiative will provide trauma-informed therapy to underserved populations on-site at community-based mental health outpatient clinic. This includes diagnostic assessments and individual, group, and family therapy for a diverse caseload of adults ages 18+ experiencing a variety of behavioral health issues. The Independent Contractor will provide monthly group consultations to therapists who are in the process of being CBT certified by the Penn Beck Community Initiative.

FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide weekly client-centered, trauma-informed, individual, group, and family therapy as per the specifications outlined in the contract.
2. Provide monthly group consultations to clinicians who are in the process of being CBT certified by the Penn Beck Community Initiative.
3. Complete and provide data to the Penn Beck Community Initiative as required.
4. With client consent, make concerted effort to engage identified support system in treatment.
5. Provide initial and ongoing assessment of presenting issues, diagnostic impressions, and recommended course of treatment.
6. Create treatment plan and routinely monitor progress in collaboration with client.
7. Manage own tax and financial affairs.
8. Coordinate care with other involved professionals to ensure continuity of care.
9. Enter intake and therapy appointments into EMR at least 48 hours in advance.
10. Maintain accurate records of performance metrics and time spent including minimum billing expectations commensurate with scheduled hours. This includes entering progress notes within 3 days of service, including supportive documentation (e.g., treatment plans, safety plans, case management notes, briefs, triage notes, discharge summaries, no show or cancellation notes).
11. Encourage consistent attendance by routinely reviewing attendance policy and providing weekly reminder calls. Discharge inactive cases in a timely manner to promote access.
12. Refer for community resources including expanded mental health programming as needed.
13. Provide crisis intervention including safety planning as needed. This includes follow up and coordination of care when individuals go to the CRC or acute level of care.
14. Complete all mandatory training to maintain state, CBH, and NIAC credentialing. This includes obtaining EBP training or other training as requested and actively participating in appropriate EBP consultation group(s), that are held for one hour/month (if applicable).
15. Communicate regularly with clinical supervisor to discuss current caseload, weekly productivity, and any relevant clinical or administrative questions or concerns to ensure the delivery of services accordingly.
16. Function in full compliance with all agency policies/procedures and federal, state, and local laws.
17. Participate in Interact’s Compliance Program, including reporting suspected violations of the compliance program or applicable laws or regulations to immediate supervisor or Deputy Director of Continuous Quality Improvement.
18. Maintain necessary clearances, continuing education, licenses, and certifications to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
19. Promote a safe work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA).
20. Other duties as assigned.

PAYMENT:

1. Agency will provide office space and support services including clinical supervision, administrative assistance, phone and computer, IT support, office supplies, and access to RELIAS for training and professional development.
2. Contractor will be paid an agreed upon rate per hour for billable services provided.
3. Contractor will submit invoices for billable services by the end of business day on Mondays. All required paperwork (including progress notes and up-to-date treatment plans must be completed) before the program supervisor will sign-off on invoices. Services delivered without a corresponding progress note or current treatment plan may not be paid. Late invoices (30+ days after service delivery) must be approved by the program administrator.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Contractors must meet one of the following criteria:
   1. Master’s or Doctoral degree in Human Services field.

(i) Has a graduate degree from a college or university that is accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in a generally recognized clinical discipline in which the degree program includes a clinical practicum.

(ii) Has an equivalent degree from a foreign college or university that has been evaluated by the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) or the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

(iii) Is licensed in a generally recognized clinical discipline that includes mental health clinical experience.

1. Clinical license not required but preferred.
2. Ability to manage your own workload and work independently.
3. Previous experience providing behavioral health therapy to adults preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Required to show proof of Liability Insurance.
2. Must have valid Childline, PA Criminal History, FBI Clearances prior to seeing clients.
3. CBT certified by the Penn Beck Community Initiative and willingness to be trained in EBPs that are appropriate to current caseload/clientele.
4. Upon licensure, a willingness to undergo credentialing for major insurances.

Interact Offers Benefits to Their Employees Who Work 30+ Hours. These Benefits Include:

• Paid training
• Referral bonus
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance

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