Licensed Therapist (LPHA) - The Harris Center
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD (“The HARRIS CENTER”) is looking for a Licensed Therapist (LPHA)-MCOT Rapid Response to join our team. Under the general direction of the Program Director, Clinical Team Lead, or designated staff, the LPHA performs clinical activities such as independent assessments and service interventions as directed by the treatment plan and/or identified consumer need(s). This position interfaces with Treatment Teams both inpatient and outpatient and authorizes the medical necessity of services, as indicated. This position is responsible for providing the following services: crisis intervention, safety planning, mental health assessments, post hospitalization follow-up, and liaison between the agency and the community. MCOT Rapid Response interfaces with other programs in the Agency, law enforcement, and the community.
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What qualifications you will need:
Master’s degree (M.A.) or equivalent.
Must hold a current license in the State of Texas to include one of the following:
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
1-2 years clinical experience post licensure preferred.
Must have basic knowledge of principles of the development, implementation, and documentation of individual care and treatment for a wide range of psychiatric conditions.
Must be familiar with local behavioral health providers and hospitals in the area served by the Agency.
Must have strong diagnostic skills, the ability to incorporate patient history, symptoms, environmental and related issues to formulate proper diagnosis and treatment.
Must have strong communication skills, listening and interpersonal skills.
Written documentation must be clear, concise, and well-constructed.
Must be able to work respectfully and maintain professional boundaries with other disciplines.
Must have effective time management and organizational skills.
Must be able to enter required documentation into a database and online medical record.
Must be able to use basic word processing and data spreadsheets.
Must have good written and spoken communication skills in English.
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What we have to offer:
The HARRIS CENTER offers competitive salary, excellent benefits package, retirement plans with company matching, prior service credit towards generous PTO accrual, outstanding wellness programs and professional development.
Employees can also take advantage of business casual dress code, corporate discounts, and gym memberships. New hire referral bonus, discounts are also available on an optional basis. These include mobile phone service, fitness centers and other wellness amenities.
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About The Harris Center:
The HARRIS CENTER is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The HARRIS CENTER provided care to over 79,000 people in fiscal year 2019 and has an annual budget of over $275 million.
As part of its mission to transform the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the United States, The HARRIS CENTER provides a full continuum of services at 86 different sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 42 different languages as well as sign language in order to better serve what is one of the most diverse and multi-cultural communities in the nation.
By utilizing the unique expertise of its more than 2,300 employees, The HARRIS CENTER is committed to meeting the behavioral health and IDD needs of Harris County residents and giving them hope to live to their fullest potential.
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD (“The HARRIS CENTER”) is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
The HARRIS CENTER does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that it does not have a signed agreement with.
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