Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION
Work as a member of a collaborative team to provide screening, assessment and treatment (including individual, group & family) to treat children with mental health or co-occurring issues. Services will be provided in the Manatee schools. Formulate and implement solution-focused treatment plans.  Work cooperatively with community agencies to implement services and link clients to available programs and community services.  Collaborate with CPS and child welfare programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop therapeutic rapport with clients – Meet with clients as scheduled to aid in development of therapeutic relationships.
Diagnostic Assessment – Formulate a provisional diagnostic assessment based on information presented, identify need for risk assessment.
Concurrent Documentation – Completes documentation within 24 hours. Provide individual, family and group therapy to individuals for mental health and/or substance abuse disorders.
Screenings – Complete screenings for depression, suicide, drug use, home assessment, etc.
Treatment Planning – Developing, writing, implementing, evaluating and revising overall treatment goals/objectives and plans per ongoing assessment of needs and input from the individual using individual strengths.
Therapeutic Interventions – Use of empirically based modalities to engage and manage their mental health or substance abuse diagnosis.
Referrals – Complete, document and follow up on referrals.
Discharge/close referrals – Discharge clients who successfully complete therapy services and those who fail to follow through.
Other Related Duties – Peer Reviews, consultation, attend staffings, work with community partners, state reporting, follow contract policies and processes, state reporting, etc.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
Competent clinical skills, clear communication skills and knowledge of community resources.

QUALIFICATIONS
         
Education Level               
Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field.  

Years of Experience        
Must have at least one year of experience working with children and adolescents.

Certification/Licensure  
Registered Intern eligible.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Standing – 10%
Sitting – 90%
Squatting – Occasional 
Kneeling – Occasional 
Bending – Occasional 
Driving – Occasional 
Lifting – Occasional 

DISCLAIMER
The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

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Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage

• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• 403b retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off and ten paid holidays

• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)

• Employee Resource Groups

• Continuing education opportunities

• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.