Looking to feed your desire to give to your community and support those who need a helping hand? Look no further! Not only is Preferred Family Healthcare growing the amount of its resources, services, and facilities to assist as many communities as possible, it also provides plenty of opportunity for growth in your current field and the freedom to explore others. Our culture and our environment are unlike any other. We offer highly-competitive pay and a full range of top-notch full-time employee benefits such as:

　　Medical

　　Dental

　　Vision

　　Life Insurance

　　Paid Time Off

　　Short Term Disability

　　Long Term Disability

　　Retirement Plan

　　Tuition Reimbursement

　　Student Loan Reimbursement

　　Employee Assistance Program

　　Job Description:

　　IHS:

　　*Essential Job Functions:*

　　Complete intake/screening and/or comprehensive assessment process within appropriate time frames as designated by state regulatory/CARF/agency standards.

　　Determine and document diagnosis based on comprehensive assessment.

　　Develop treatment plans for clients in accordance with state regulatory /CARF guidelines that demonstrate individualization and evolution based on information gathered from assessment.

　　Complete all correspondence in a timely fashion.

　　Participate in clinical staffing/treatment meetings providing feedback on all pertinent cases.

　　Adhere to weekly service provision model.

　　Work closely with insurance department to ensure authorized services are approved and adequate information is provided within specified time frames.

　　Document all services provided in accordance with DMH/CARF/agency standards.

　　Ensure that services are entered within the appropriate time frame, appropriate format, notes refer to treatment plans, etc.Correct any file/charting deficiencies within appropriate time frame.

　　Assist clients through transition process and complete final correspondence such as transition summary, plan, letter, etc.

　　Complete all mandatory trainings meeting state regulatory /CARF Standards, obtaining 36 hours of training every 2 years with focus on EBP and improved clinical skill sets (MO) and 40 hours of training every 2 years with 3 hours being Ethics (KS).

　　Represent the agency within the community in a professional manner.

　　Maintain positive, professional relationships with referral sources, clients, and coworkers, adhering to Code of Ethics and agency policies.

　　Handle crisis situations as they arise.

　　Assist in Professional Supervision once all professional requirements have been met.

　　Facilitate group counseling, group education, family therapy, and individual sessions including specialty services such as trauma and co-occurring therapy.

　　Provide training and guidance on Clinical issues that may arise and evidenced based practices.

　　Provide Clinical Consultation to treatment team members when necessary.

　　Demonstrates interest in long term and short term goals and objectives of the company.

　　Other duties as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor, Program Director, Vice President, or the Executive Team members..

　　*Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*

　　Shall have training and demonstrate expertise regarding diagnostic criteria of individuals with substance use disorders and mental health issues.

　　Thorough knowledge of caseload management and rehabilitation methods, principles and techniques as they relate to mental health and substance use disorder treatment services.

　　Detailed knowledge of the problems encountered by persons with mental health and/or substance use disorders.

　　Considerable knowledge of the methods and modalities as well as the legal requirements and court procedures related to treating mental health and sub tance use disorders.

　　Knowledge of supervisory and training techniques and practices used in a mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment setting.

　　Aptitude to develop, coordinate, and evaluate services within assigned program.

　　Capable of communicating ideas clearly and effectively verbally and in writing to produce clear and concise reports.

　　*Experience and Education Qualifications:*

　　Holds licensure with the applicable board of professional registration for the state that they are practicing as a professional counselor or social worker.

　　Missouri: Provisional Licensed (PLPC) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Provisional Licensed (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)

　　Kansas: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW).

　　Illinois: Licensed by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.

　　*Qualified Mental Health Professional, for Missouri only*

　　An individual possessing a masters or doctorate degree in counseling and guidance, rehabilitation counseling and guidance, rehabilitation counseling, vocational counseling, psychology, pastoral counseling, family therapy, or related field who has successfully completed a practicum or has one (1) year of experience under the supervision of a qualified mental health professionalApplicant must be willing to become licensed in additional states, other than the state currently licensed in. Applicant must be willing and comfortable with providing telehealth services to the individuals we serve.

　　*Supervisory Requirements:*

　　None

　　*Employment Requirements:*

　　Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record and abuse/neglect.

　　Completion of New Hire Orientation within 30 Days of employment.

　　All training requirements including Relias Learning within two (2) weeks of employment and annually thereafter.

　　First Aid certification within three (3) months of beginning employment and upon renewal date.

　　Obtain CPR certification within three (3) months of beginning employment and upon renewal date.

　　Behavioral Management training completed within thirty (30) days of employment or first available class after start date:

　　CPI for Residential programs

　　Peaceful Intervention or Verbal De-escalation for Outpatient programs

　　Completion of Direct Service Expectations within 30 Days of employment.

　　Achievement of thirty-six (36) hour training requirements within 2 year period in accordance with 9 CSR 10-7.110 E 1.

　　Growth and Development form (CPRC only) within thirty (30) days of employment.

　　Privileging and Credentialing form (CPRC only) within thirty (30) days of employment.

　　Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and regulations of the program to which the associate i