LCSW Must have BCBA

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

401(k)

Opportunity for advancement

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Self Theory is a behavioral health clinic that currently offers 12 programs to service our clients needs. We are dedicated to individuals and communities on their journey toward behavioral / mental wellness, resilience, and self-discovery. We offer individual, group, and family therapy to help our clients heal, grow, and feel supported - by providing full-time service both in and out of office to communities around the Chicagoland area.

Core responsibilities

• Assessment and planning : Conduct functional behavior assessments to understand why a behavior occurs, develop and write formal treatment plans, skill acquisition goals, or programs to address those behaviors, teach new skills.
• Therapy and implementation : Manage and conduct therapy sessions (both individual and group), provide direct support, and ensure treatment plans are implemented correctly by the case managers. Design and implement programs to teach new skills or replacement behavior.
• Data collection and analysis : Collect and analyze data frequently to track client progress, determine the effectiveness of the treatment plan, and make data-based decisions for adjustments.
• Supervision and training : Train and supervise other staff, such as Case Managers, Youth Advocates, Behavior Technicians, and provide support and training to clients' families and caregivers.
• Documentation and administration : Maintain client files, write progress notes after sessions, prepare reports, and other required paperwork.
• Collaboration : Work with members of other organizations to collectively address behavioral issues with clients. Work as part of a professional team to improve outcomes for individuals with significant needs.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION :

LCPC or LCSW is REQUIRED . Primary Source Verification shall be required through Illinois Department of Professional Regulations

BCBA is REQUIRED . Primary Source Verification shall be required though BCAB.

CADC (Certificate in Alcohol and Drug Counseling) certification is a plus

Licensing in neighboring states is a plus

Education :

• Master's (Required) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Counseling Psychology, or Social Work
• Masters degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis or related field (required)

Required Skills / Abilities

• Ability to be respectful of the diverse cultures of the people served and to provide culturally appropriate, competent and individualized treatment in accordance with each clients age, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religious beliefs, and culture
• Experience with start-ups
• Knowledge of and ability to adhere to confidentiality practices and procedures, as mandated by local, state, or federal law
• Ability to develop strategic plans that align with the goals of Self Theory
• Proficient in managing multiple priorities in a clinical setting
• Experience facilitating small groups / classes
• Proficiency with motivational interviewing skills
• Ability to present a positive image of Self Theory to clients and visitors
• 3+ years of ABA experience

Qualifications

• Document and provide required supervision hours of staff and clients
• Provide behavioral health services including counseling / therapy and substance abuse referrals, clinical programming, interacting with clients as well as implement new programs and in-services as needed
• Provides ongoing and supportive supervision to assigned staff as evidenced through development and implementation of measurable and attainable goals and accountability standards.
• Maintains professional licensure.
• Ability to perform duties both on and off-site to clients, and via telehealth.
• Provide services in an individual, family, or a group context
• Provide mental health assessment, short-term and some long-term behavioral, and mental health counseling services to young and older adults (including families) with mental / behavioral health challenges.
• Ability to de-escalate clients and confidently direct staff in crisis situations to ensure staff and client safety
• Monitor data via Central Reach Essentials
• Track progress of clients and provide support to BT / RBTs as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Maintain excellent documentation of client interactions, staff interactions, etc.
• Maintain knowledge of accepted insurances
• Actively incorporate how the billing and coding processes are associated with services rendered
• Focusing on the development of staff by working collaboratively to create and expand upon current goals.
• Participating in client meetings and providing clinical and absence management to both clients on and off-site.
• Working closely with Community Engagement and Administration Directors to develop reliable reporting methods. This will include productivity measures and the analyzation of medical / behavioral health claim data.
• Performing monthly sessions with staff to assess and address any concerns in reference to training and development
• Creating and developing clinical training, products, resources, forms, and best practices. This is included, but not limited to onboarding clinical team new hires, establishing clinical documentation protocol, and implementing critical thinking and claim analysis standards.
• Substitute for absent staff when needed
• Maintain current knowledge of Self Theorys policies and procedures
• Pursue curation and expansion of existing programs and development of new programs, including diversification of sustainable funding sources
• Work collaboratively with Public Health Initiatives Programs in the development and implementation of programs that reflect the mission
• Assess performance by monitoring the quality and quantity of the job behaviors both in the office and in the communities in which we service.
• Conduct employee performance reviews
• Ability to work Evenings and Weekends
• Collaborate with other doctors / therapists / specialists for clients by attending necessary appointments and meetings
• Organize and maintain client records
• Work alongside our Clinical Architect and provide any needed information in a timely manner
• Ability to be on call 24 hours during your assigned rotation (Mobile Crisis Intervention Team)
• Attend team and school meetings when necessary
• Lead parent trainings and team meetings
• Lead Group and Telehealth sessions
• 20 / 25 billable hours per week

Experience :

• Child / Adolescent / Adult in Behavioral Health setting : 3 years (Required)
• Advanced Clinical / Management practice : 3 years (Required)
• Supervisory : 2 years (Required)
• 3+ years of ABA experience
• Bilingual is a plus