Licensed, Behavioral Health Clinician (School-Based Therapist) Gnets Program - Newton Co.

Position:Behavioral Health Clinician
Job Code: HCP051/Social Worker, Licensed
Shift: Full-time 40 hours per week
Base Location: Covington, GA.
Division/Department/Program: GNETS Program
Agency Type: Healthcare
APEX Program is an innovative program that has been providing services to the students in the state of Georgia, supported by Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD), and school systems.
GNETS School Based Program is an innovative program that has been providing services to the students in Clayton and Henry school systems. Therapist will be providing therapy to students at school based on the referral from the schools. Traveling to various schools to meet the needs of the students with individualized treatment plan makes this opportunity unique and valuable.
View Point Health School Based Team takes pride in the differences it makes, and continues to expand services to more and more schools each year. Key to this success has been that we are a team of great clinicians. We are excited to be a part of each therapists' professional growth, no matter where they are at professional stage - beginner or seasoned. You will receive clinical supervision toward licensure and be given an opportunity to receive various clinical training in play therapy, TF-CBT, and DBT and more. We would like you to join the team if you have interest and passion in providing individual, family, and group therapy to children and adolescents and their families and are excited to be a part of innovative solutions to difficulties our youths are facing.
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessment and follow agency intake SOP.
• Collaboratively formulate a treatment plan addressing issues identified in assessment.
• Provide individual and group psychotherapy using evidence-based practice therapies, and case management at designated schools.
• Provide family therapy at school or virtually.
• Provide prevention, education, and early intervention services at school, including but not limited to faculty consultation, student services team staffing, support group for students and parent education, staff meetings and in-service training.
• Coordinate treatment with the student, their family and teacher and other resources as indicated (e.g., probation officer, student support team, natural supports, physician, and school student support professionals)
• Complete all required documentation (daily clinical notes, assessments, treatment plans) in an accurate and timely manner (agency standard 24 hrs)
• Participate in regular team meetings to collaborate regarding shared clients, build and practice new skills, and stay up to date on agency administrative information.
• Participate in clinical supervision to increase competence and professional development.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in counseling, Social Work or related field.

AND

• Licensed or license eligible in the state of Georgia (LCSW, LPC, APC, LMSW, LMFT).

Or

• License eligible in the state of Georgia for (APC, LMSW, LAMFT).
• Must be able to write, read, speak, and comprehend English and Spanish

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Carelogic or other EHR/EMR.
• Previous clinical experience working in Community Mental Health Care for child and adolescent population.

Requirements/Competencies:

• Must be able to lift 20 pounds.
• Requires long periods of sitting/standing.
• Must have valid Georgia driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record in accordance with company policy.
• Candidates for selection must pass a criminal background check (including fingerprinting).
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and subject to random drug screens.
• Any combination of training and experience, which would have enabled the applicant to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities Note: Some positions may require a valid driver's license.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits (for qualified employees):

• State Health Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, long-term care, legal services, flexible spending accounts)
• Paid New Hire Training
• Company contributes additional 7.5% of salary to 401(a) Retirement Plan
• No employee deduction for Social Security
• Additional benefits such as legal services, Employee Assistance Program and discounted tickets to attractions, shopping, technology, and travel
• Supervision, training, and continuing education opportunities available

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit qualified candidates for positions throughout our service area. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws
Master's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university AND eligibility to be licensed AND Two years of supervised experience in the area of assignment.