Mental Health Technician jobs in Fort Smith, AR

Description

Job Title: Behavioral Health Therapist
Cedar Haven
Job Grade 8
FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary: At the direction and control of the Program Director and Clinical Director, the Behavioral Health Therapist assists in the development and implementation of a high quality behavioral health treatment program. 

Reports to: Clinical Director.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains direct service caseload
• Responsible for providing high quality patient care, displaying advanced skills in diagnosis, treatment planning, group treatment, individual treatment and family treatment. 
• Responsible to function as a member of the interdisciplinary team and participate in the community relations program.
• Capable of working under pressure, organizing and prioritizing work effectively in order to meet necessary deadlines in a fast paced environment.
• Works closely with Program Director for optimal patient outcomes.
• Serves all age groups
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

Education/Qualifications: Must possess Masters Behavioral Health Licensure in Arkansas Independent preferred as one of the following:  Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Psychological Examiner Independent (LPE-I), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).

Experience: Minimum of two years clinical experience post master’s degree preferred, but not required.