WORK SCOPE
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MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTING
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The Mental Health Therapist will work with the agency providing therapeutic services while using evidenced-based therapy. They will provide clinical services oversight to children experiencing complex behavioral health challenges in the centers. Emphasis is on providing a whole-person approach to care and addressing physical and behavioral health.
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Summary of Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Interoperability of evidence-based treatment plans and documentation for data collection and outcomes
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Ensure annual age-appropriate behavioral health screenings using evidence-based tools
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Referral support and bi-directional tracking with communications to the admin team
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Keep accurate documentation of all interventions and determinations of diagnosis summaries
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Provide ongoing measurement of the individual in service outcomes and evaluation of intervention
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Provide professional development and workshops for parents and staff
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Conduct classroom observations
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Review Developmental Screening results to make necessary internal and external special education and mental health referrals as necessary
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Meet with Management, Staff and Caregivers as needed
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Create Individualized and Behavior Modification Plans for Children with atypical, cognitive, developmental and emotional behaviors
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Collaborate with Nutritionists, Nurse, other NYS State Health Professionals and Directors
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Participate in Multidisciplinary Team Meetings
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Provide other services as required by the program