JOB SUMMARY

The Clinical Therapist provides therapeutic services to individuals and families. The Clinical Therapist performs mental status examinations, crisis management, individual, group and family work. This position involves frequent contact with consumers, program staff, MCH employees, community agencies, and visitors. This position requires a thorough understanding of and demonstrated competency in the Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) techniques developed by the Karen Purvis Institute of Child Development at Texas Christian University. The Clinical Therapist must possess strong organizational and leadership skills and exhibit the intellectual and emotional maturity required to work with youth and families who have behavioral issues and difficulty relating to others due to developmental delays, mental health needs and trauma. This position requires compassionate respect and understanding for individuals who have experienced complex trauma and the ability to balance the need for nurture and structure in the work with clients served. The Clinical Therapist must be able to form and maintain healthy relationships with clients and co-workers, effectively communicate with others, and regulate their own behavior in all situations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consult with MCH supervisor and, if applicable, clinical supervisor to ensure clients receive appropriate psychological and mental health services.
• Provide therapy services for clients.
• Conduct mental status assessments.
• Stay current with practices, procedures, and protocols for the applicable MCH programs.
• Maintain compliance with applicable licensing and accreditation standards.
• Work collaboratively in a proactive and positive manner with other department staff.
• Represent program at agency functions, activities and events.
• Represent agency at community functions, activities and events.
• Complete required documentation.
• Complete required clinical supervision and/or CEUs to maintain licensure.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This is a professional position that may require more hours than a normal 40-hour workweek. Presence during normal business hours of the agency is required to provide supervision, staffing, and availability for consultation. Responsibilities may include evening and weekend work. This position will require the ability to respond to crises after hours based on agency need. A technology stipend is provided to support the communication requirements of this position.

EDUCATION/LICENSURE

A master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology or a related human services field is required. Certification and licensure as an LMSW under supervision, LCSW, LPC or LPC-Associate, or LMFT from the Texas State Board of Examiners is required. Three years of experience in a related field is preferred.

TRAINING

Training hours must be completed in pre-service and annually to comply with licensing and accreditation standards and MCH policy. The employee’s supervisor may require additional training to meet specific job requirements or enhance professional growth. Completion of training requirements is mandatory for continued employment.

OTHER

The Clinical Therapist must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid Texas Driver’s License, an excellent driving record that meets the standards set forth by the liability insurance company and Methodist Children’s Home, no criminal history and acceptable references.

CLOSING STATEMENT

I have reviewed the job description for the position of Clinical Therapist and understand I must be able to perform the duties outlined above. The physical demands/requirements of the position are provided in another document and discussed at hire. I understand that due to the complexities of the position, all duties and responsibilities may not be outlined in his job description and the duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change.