MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. Education – Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field from an accredited college or university.
B. Licensure/Certification – Current, unrestricted license as a Professional Counselor or Clinical Social Worker
C. Experience – Minimum three-years (3) years of human services, social work and/or clinical experience working with the SPMI population; 1 year in supervisory role.
D. Other - Criminal background check clearance, official academic transcripts, valid driver’s license/ID, drug screen, TB test
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Conduct all professional activity in an ethical manner.
• Conform to all applicable Agency policies and procedures.
• In conjunction with other staff assist in identifying and eliminating any situation which puts at risk the health and/or safety of clients, staff, or others who come in contact with site operations.
• Utilize literature, workshops, and other training aids to continually improve clinical and administrative skills.
• Assist in assuring Agency compliance with all related licensing and accreditation requirements.
• Maintain licensure/credentials by completing all recommended continuing education requirements.
• Other responsibilities and tasks as may be assigned.
DIRECT SERVICE:
• Supervises and plans work of assigned staff.
• Perform individual and couples/family counseling sessions, as needed, and document sessions on the same day of service.
• Complete clinical health assessments to address behavioral health needs of individuals and treatment plans as needed.
• Assist clients with crisis management and perform involuntary commitments (1013’s) according to clinical and state guidelines as needed.
• Lead staff/treatment team meetings to review client progress, needs, and continued plan of care.
• Participate in discharge planning meetings and ensure LOCs and/or Discharges are completed within required timeframes.
• Ensure and provide high quality, compassionate, and ethical mental health counseling to improve program and organizational performance.
• Intervene, stabilize, and manage acute crisis situations as needed.
• Train staff in areas relating to service specialties as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality for all indirect/direct service in accordance with agency policies and HIPPA policies.
• Other responsibilities and tasks as may be assigned.
ADMINISTRATIVE:
• Maintain clinical records in accordance with agency policies.
• Ensure timely completion of agency required trainings/workshops/documentations.
• Other responsibilities and tasks as may be assigned.
Company Description
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides direct care, supervision, and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities at a day program. DSPs assist individuals in achieving personal goals, developing independent living skills, participating in community activities, and maintaining their health and safety while promoting dignity, respect, and person-centered services.