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Mental Health Professional (ACT Team)
Job Description
We are looking for a Mental Health Professional to join our NOLA ACT 1 team.
Minimum Requirements
Master or Doctorate Degree in social service field
Provisional license for practice (LMSW OR PLPC) in good standing
No restrictions or adverse actions that would disqualify for Medicaid or other billing
Be over 18 years of age
Possess a valid driver's license
Core Competencies
Communicates respectfully and effectively and establishes professional relationships through active listening and demonstration of empathy and postive regard
Promotes recovery, independence, and personal choice for participants
Assists clients in identifying strengths, needs, and realistic goals to develop service plan
Accurately identifies risk and responds appropriately, and provides consultation to peers regarding high-risk situations and appropriate interventions
Demonstrates advanced knowledge of behavioral health symptoms, diagnoses, interventions and impact
Job Duties/Skills Required
Participate on an evidenced-based multi-disciplinary team
Develop the understanding of Assertive Community Treatment service provisions
Provides appropriate, evidence-based therapeutic services based upon comprehensive assessments of clients strengths, abilities, needs,a nd preferences
Provides supportive services for clients and arragnes for the provision of services from community resources based on the service plan
Coordinates and ensures proper authorizations for services as necessary
Coordinates ongoing service plan development and revision with clients to develop service plans that meet accreditation requirements
Completes accurate clilnical documentation according to policy and as needed to ensure reimbursement for services
Benefits
Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, 14 Paid Holidays per year for regular full time staff, Disability insurance, 401(k), 401(k) matching
About Start Corporation
Start Corporation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1984. Our Mission is to promote opportunities, which enhance the self-sufficiency of people to empower them to live and function independently.