ISS Home Based Therapist-FT

DEFINITION:

The Intensive Safety Services (ISS) therapist provides in-home therapeutic services to families who are at risk for child welfare court involvement. Team members work with the families for an average of 4-6 weeks with sessions 3-5 times per week; therapist carry an average of three families. All service activities are designed to support the outcomes of safety, permanence, and well-being of Oklahoma's children.

SUPERVISION:

Position is supervised by Program Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Manages a case load of three to four family systems referred to us by Oklahoma Human Services, in person at least three times per week with highly complex cases requiring intensive clinical service and extensive professional diagnostic and treatment experience.
• Implements evidence-based interventions in the context of individual, family, and/or group therapy.
• Provide on-call and after hours support to families to support family stabilization and to help prevent disruption.
• Connects families with community resources and services and assists with overcoming barriers to accessing services.
• Assists families with special funding to bridge gaps for existing and emerging needs that threaten family stability.
• Performs intakes and diagnostic assessments to include client's symptoms, behavior, functioning, history, needs, goals, and preferences.
• Delivers services which address behavioral healthcare, physical healthcare, and social needs that are recovery focused, strengths based, culturally competent, client centered, trauma informed, and co­occurring capable.
• Collaborates with Comprehensive Home-Based Services (CHBS) and community partners to foster stabilization, ensure service transfers as indicated, and provide care navigation.
• Provides crisis management services, which may include face-to-face or telephone interviewing of the client; assessment of lethality to self or others; assessment of available support systems; and assistance in arranging for appropriate intervention, including hospitalization. In the cases where a potential for harm exists, will complete appropriate assessment tools and, if needed and in consultation with management will facilitate referral to an appropriate level of care. Immediately seeks consultation with supervisors regarding crisis situations, including potential safety concerns.
• Obtains and maintain required credentialing including but not limited to licensure or under supervision status and Alcohol and Other Drugs Treatment Practitioner (AODTP) status.
• Obtains and maintains understanding and competency in any other instruments required by agency contracts, payors' and/or commonly used by mental health/substance use professionals.
• Participates in staff consultations, case staffing with consumers, contract partners, and other services providers to coordinate care needs.
• Supports the monitoring and tracking of outcome measures for clients.
• Maintains clinical records in a timely manner, as required by agency policy, contracts, funding sources and accreditation authorities. Complete all required forms in a manner consistent with requirements.
• Maintains professional competency in the area under one's responsibility through appropriate readings, attendance at workshops and training. Comply with all requirements to maintain professional certification(s).
• Knowledgeable regarding: Oklahoma Human Services ISS contract, service provisions and electronic record requirements; NorthCare's electronic record system and public folders; CCBHC requirements, and other relevant contracts or public policy impacting service population.
• Promotes a warm and engaging organizational culture in line with Northcare values, trauma informed care, and health and wellness.
• Provides integrated services that are welcoming, engaging, and accessible.
• Returns phone calls and cell text pages promptly. Check and respond to email daily. Maintains consistent work attendance and contacts supervisor on timely basis for needed late arrivals or absences.
• Completes all NorthCare required courses and training and complies with all agency policies and procedures, including but not limited to documentation deadlines and productivity expectations.
• Performs any reasonable work requested that falls within the qualifications but not specifically described in work performed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Position requires a master's degree in social work, psychology or a related human services field and licensure in the State of Oklahoma, in one of the mental health disciplines or under board approved supervision for licensure. Licensed LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LADC-MH, LBP, or under supervision required; if licensed, employee must complete continuing education requirements required for licensure maintenance.

This position provides community based for 20 or more hours of a 40-hour work week or over 50% of the designated work week. A community setting is defined as any non-designated NorthCare Office. Community based staff may be expected to provide services in a multitude of community settings, including but not limited to, a client's home, in the community at a local venue or agency, outside in a confidential space, via telehealth or in the office. Staff who are considered community based may have limited access to onsite supervision and are expected to use critical thinking skills to ensure appropriate staffing of situations as they present. Staff who are community based are expected to travel to and from appointments and are required to have "business purposes" added to their auto insurance. Community based staff should have access to an internet hotspot to access technology while in the field. They are eligible for a phone and hotspot stipend. Community-based staff are considered essential workers and may be expected to work holidays/weekends/or during closures if required by their program.

This position requires a high degree of flexibility and efficiency. Must display proficiency in the MS Word processing software and intermediate general computer skills. Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate verbally with English-speaking clients. Employee must have excellent written and oral communication skills. Must be able to move about facilities freely. Casual professional dress is required with adherence to dress code requirements.

Must have access to reliable transportation and local travel is required . Must possess and provide verification of valid Oklahoma driver's license during employment with NorthCare. Must maintain and provide verification of current automobile liability insurance including uninsured motorist coverage. Must be COVID 19 vaccinated and follow CDC guidelines regarding COVID vaccination.

Must possess and maintain CPR, First Aid and Therapeutic Options certifications; or obtain within 30 days of employment with NorthCare. Must complete all NorthCare required training within 30 days of employment with NorthCare. Must have TB test within 12 months prior to employment with NorthCare or obtain within 30 days of employment with NorthCare.

Every NorthCare employee is responsible for adhering to any and all laws, professional standards and ethical codes that apply to his/her/their job responsibilities.