Intensive Treatment Services Therapist

About the Role

This is an Intensive Treatment Therapist position for the Day Treatment Program/IIBHT. KBBH Therapists are responsible for the delivery of direct clinical services to clients. Direct clinical services may include individual, group, and family psychotherapy, case management services, parent training, parent support, advisement with transition planning upon the client return to their mainstream environment or other clinical responsibilities as assigned. This individual functions as a member of a Treatment Team and must be able to effectively communicate clinical services to other members of the team, social services agencies and to monitoring bodies in a cooperative manner.

Key Responsibilities

• The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Embedded in the Day Treatment program, this position will serve youth in the Day Treatment program as well as youth in the Intensive In-Home Behavioral Health Treatment (IIBHT) program.
• The majority of IIBHT services will be provided in the youths’ homes while Day Treatment services are usually provided in the providing therapy for both the youth and family.
• Both positions work closely with other members on the treatment team for children and families in their natural environments.
• Both positions provide client-centered, trauma-informed, culturally responsive care to children and their families while addressing their complex mental health needs, promoting recovery, resilience, and long-term stability.

Productivity

Productivity will be measured through client contacts and is as follows

A Day Treatment therapist QMHP will be responsible for an average weekly total of 20 contacts with in a 40-hour work week. Examples of contacts are individual Psychotherapy, Group Therapy, Billable Telephone Services, Initial Assessment, Comprehensive Assessment, Service Plan Updates and 90-day reviews, Family/Individual Therapy, written behavioral and crisis planning and, and transition planning with the local school districts and the above productivity will be appropriately adjusted for vacation, sick/wellness days, or holidays. Exceptions to supervisor and the Chief Executive Officer.

Case Management

1.QMHPs are responsible for the management of their own cases and caseloads.

2. QMHP will manage their caseload size in such a way that

a. They consistently meet the ITS/IIBHT program needs;

b. They provide clinical services at a high standard through a Pathways of Care and team system.

3. QMHPs will manage client cases through an episode of care process that is determined by the client's Pathway of Care and client’s individual treatment needs. The ongoing managing of the cases will be documented and determined through 90-day updates of the comprehensive assessment and service plan in child and family team meetings.

4. QMHPs will participate in the ongoing development and implementation of an effective continuum of care that ensures that KBBH clients received optimum cost-effective mental health services delivered in a timely manner.

Clinical Records

1. QMHPs are responsible to see that their clinical records meet KBBH, local state and federal requirements.

2. All clinical records are kept current.

3. All required client identifying information is present.

4. There is a completed intake, evaluation including a DSM 5 diagnosis and treatment plan, behavior support and crisis plan and CASII completed for every case that is opened as well as specialized assessments/documents.

6. Every case has an individualized treatment plan that complies with current state regulations to show measurable goals of objectives to be obtained.

7. Complete written progress notes are developed for each individual service encounter provided and for every significant client encounter.

8. Cases are officially closed, with all required documentation completed, within 14 days of termination.

9. All written 90-day and annual reviews are completed on schedule in child and family treatment team meetings in partnerships with the client’s parent/guardian.

Client Satisfaction

1. QMHPs will strive to consistently provide the highest quality of services possible to all clients with a spirit of respect and dignity for the clients they serve.

2. QMHPs will rely on feedback informed care to measure satisfaction in consumers and from the treatment team staff.

Professional Behavior

1. QMHPs will facilitate positive working relationships between KBBH and referring agencies, community professionals, work through potential community referrals and clients.

2. Demonstrates, models, and facilitates excellent oral and written communication skills.

3. Meets KBBH expectations for number of hours worked each week.

4. Meets or exceeds KBBH expectations for attendance.

5. Demonstrates a positive attitude about KBBH and job responsibilities.

6. Maintains and fosters positive working relationships with co-workers.

7. Maintains ethical conduct as set forth by professional standards.

8. Make appropriate referrals, when necessary, to mainstream schools or step-down services.

9. Work as a team player to meet the overall goals and values of KBBH.

10. Consistently maintains punctuality to appointments and meetings.

11.Assists the Educational Specialists in maintaining structure by providing behavioral interventions and supervising classroom activities as assigned.

12. Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; helps and supports co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.

Quality Improvement

1. QMHP will resolve clinical record and billing errors within 2 working days or being notified of the error.

2. QMHP will frequently check for clinical record errors (red x)

3. QMHP will utilize the EHR to maintain client records, measurable indicators, documentation, and resolutions to barriers in the completion of billable and non-billable services.

4. QMHP will work closely with direct supervisor and Compliance when barriers appear in meeting the above requirements.

5. All documentation for Service and chart notes will be completed within 2 business days of providing the service and before other services for the client begin (e.g., evaluation completed prior to ongoing services).

Supervision

1. QMHP meets with direct supervisor on a weekly/monthly basis.

2. Consistently attends the weekly staff meetings.

3. Attends other meetings and trainings as requested by the direct supervisor.

• Professional Expectations
• Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Participate in supervision and consultation appropriate to credentialing status and licensure requirements.
• Represent KBBH professionally and courteously with clients, co workers, and community partners.
• Engage in continuing education and performance review to ensure professional competence.

Documentation Requirements

All clinical documentation of services provided to clients or on behalf of the client must be completed within end of shift of the service completion. For services provided at the end of a month, all services must be documented by the second (2nd) business day of the following month. This is to ensure that all month-end reporting is completed within a timely manner.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.
• The employee is required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Employees must be able to move about quickly and assist with restraints when required.

Competencies

• Foundational Knowledge & Theory- Understanding of major theories/models (e.g., systemic, CBT, psychodynamic), knowledge of human development across the lifespan, awareness of sociocultural factors and diverse issues
• Clinical Skills & Interventions- Proficiency in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning; competence in individual, group, and family therapy. Crisis intervention and evidence based practices
• Professional Ethics & Standards- Ethical standards and legal issues in practice with commitment to professional conduct and integrity.
• Cultural Competence- Sensitivity to and respect for diversity. The Integration of cultural competence into practice.
• Research & Evaluation- Critical evaluation of literature. The Application of findings and program evaluation.
• Interpersonal & Communication Skills- Effective verbal/nonverbal communication and empathy. The Ability to build therapeutic relationships.
• Professional Development- Lifelong learning, supervision, and reflective practice
• Systems & Contextual Understanding- Family, social, community systems; systemic interventions
• Self Awareness & Reflective Practice- Self reflection, bias awareness, self care, openness to feedback
• Technological Proficiency- Teletherapy and EHR use; technology ethics and integration

Education & Experience

• Must meet qualifications for a Mental Health Professional (QMHP) according to MHACBO.org:
• Graduate degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or another behavioral science field
• Must demonstrate competency in mental health assessment, diagnosis (DSM 5), treatment planning, and therapeutic intervention.

Tenure Progression for Therapist Levels I-IV • Therapist I

• Master’s degree completed; QMHP or related licensure (licensed or registered toward licensure)
• Therapist II: Master’s degree; QMHP or related licensure; minimum 3 years therapist experience
• Therapist
• III: Master’s degree; QMHP or related licensure; minimum 7 years therapist experience
• Therapist IV: Master’s degree; QMHP or related licensure; minimum 10 years therapist experience

• Licensure/Certification Requirements
• Oregon driver’s license and insurable driving record
• Maintain MHACBO QMHP C certification if not currently licensed or in active licensure pursuit
• Personal automobile insurance required for transporting clients or conducting agency business
• This position may be subject to background checks in accordance with state or federal requirements

If you’re a clinician who values dignity, connection, and measurable impact, we’d love to meet you. Join a team where your voice matters and your expertise helps shape better care for our community.

Apply today! and take the next step toward meaningful work at KBBH.

Other Considerations

Klamath Basin Behavioral Health celebrates diversity and is committed to creating inclusive and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and agency need.