Overview

Adult Outpatient Programs provide the least restrictive level of care where adults may receive clinical interventions aimed at decreasing existing signs and symptoms. Outpatient treatment focuses on recovery, problem resolution, symptom reduction, stabilization and/or prevention of movement to a higher level of care. Treatment varies widely and depends upon the consumer's presenting symptoms.

Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities:

1. Provides effective clinical assessment of the consumer
2. Utilizes assessment data to support a DSM 5 diagnosis
3. Formulates appropriate treatment plan along with consumer
4. Provides individual, group, and family therapy, utilizing basic therapeutic models and theories according to consumer needs as stated in the treatment plan
5. Demonstrates the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve the situation
6. Effectively collaborates with the treatment team members and outside sources in the delivery of clinical services
7. Evaluates the consumer for discharge planning
8. Effectively demonstrates the application of adult specific competencies
9. Adheres to professional code of ethics

Supervision and Consultation:

1. Seeks clinical supervision and consultation as needed
2. Accepts and employs suggestions for improvement
3. Actively works to enhance clinical skills

Clinical Record Keeping:

1. Documents in a timely fashion per AltaPointe policy
2. Documents appropriate, complete, and clinically comprehensive mental health assessments
3. Documents measurable and specific goals in the treatment plan
4. Documents in a clear and concise manner, types of consumer problems, treatment goals addressed, services, and techniques used
5. Documents case disposition, case closings, follow-up and referrals
6. Documents legibly

Qualifications

Master's degree in a mental health discipline and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in the State of Alabama required

AltaPointe requires that all new employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. AltaPointe allows candidates who are not fully vaccinated at the time of hire a reasonable amount of time to obtain vaccinated status. This position requires vaccination against COVID-19 or, if applicable, an approved accommodation for religious or medical reasons.