Therapist (Licensed) TN - Full Time -Bristol

JOB TITLE Therapist (Licensed) TN

SUMMARY:

Responsible for providing diagnostic and treatment services to individuals and their families who have or who are suspected of having mental health, substance abuse or intellectual disability problems.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Master’s degree in mental health related area required.

Licensure: Must possess the highest level of licensure appropriate to degree.

Certification: Must possess the highest level of certification appropriate to degree.

Experience : Experience in clinical practice preferred.

Knowledge/Skills : Ability to maintain composure in difficult situations.

Verbal/written communication skills.

Computer, fax, copier and any other equipment required to perform the functions of the position.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Conduct interviews with individuals and/or family members in a therapeutic manner so as to obtain critical and thorough information, provide written documentation of information obtained and exercise good judgment in evaluating situations, making decisions and implementing effective strategies.

2. Formulate an accurate DSM diagnosis based on information obtained.

3. Provide appropriate therapeutic interventions using a variety of counseling techniques and modalities including individual, collateral, group and/or family therapy.

4. Provide written documentation to complete all necessary chart work in accordance with agency policy on admissions, treatment and discharges in a timely manner.

5. Maintain confidentiality according to agency policies.

6. Provide information, referral and linkage with area resources and agencies.

7. Remain current in knowledge of community resources and how to access those resources.

8. Keep supervisors apprised of all critical or potential emergency situations.

9. Responds to emergency/crisis or walk-in situations calmly, rationally and in accordance with agency policy and procedures.

10. Provide consultation and education services to the community as requested by supervisor/ administration.

11. Attend and participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings and inservices and individual program planning staffings as needed.

12. All other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Although each position has its own unique duties and responsibilities, the following listing applies to every employee. All employees of the organization are expected to:

1. Support the organization’s mission, vision, and values of excellence and competence, collaboration, innovation, commitment to our community, and accountability and ownership.

2. Exercise necessary cost control measures.

3. Maintain positive internal and external customer service relationships.

4. Demonstrate effective communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively and asking questions when clarification is needed.

5. Plan and organize work effectively and ensure its completion.

6. Demonstrate reliability by arriving to work on time and utilizing effective time management.

7. Meet all productivity requirements.

8. Demonstrate team behavior and must be willing to promote a team-oriented environment.

9. Represent the organization professionally at all times.

10. Demonstrate initiative and strive to continually improve processes and relationships.

11. Follow all Frontier Health rules, policies and procedures as well as applicable laws and standards.

Frontier Health is a Trauma-Informed Workplace.

At Frontier Health, we prioritize a culture of safety, trust, support, and inclusion . As a trauma-informed workplace, we foster a supportive environment where every employee is valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

Frontier Health provides competitive benefits and continuing education opportunities.

Frontier Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Frontier Health to provide employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status.