Therapists for CORE Agency (Augusta)

Therapists for CORE Agency

Job Vacancies at Quality Care and Advocacy Group Inc Quality Care and Advocacy Group Inc is located at 1394 Laney Walker Boulevard Augusta Ga. The following positions are needed to be filled at our outpatient CORE facility Therapist (Fully licensed ST) (LCSW LPC LAPC LMSW or licensed eligible) Job description includes Counsels individuals or groups regarding psychological or emotional problems such as stress substance abuse or family situations and develops and implements therapeutic treatment plan in residential setting in compliance with APS standards and state federal agency and all other applicable rules and regulations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Interviews residents to obtain information concerning social history treatment and other pertinent information. Plans and administers therapeutic treatment behavior modification and stress management therapy to assist residents in developing displaying appropriate behaviors. Observes residents to detect indications of abnormal physical or mental behavior. Reviews results of tests given by psychologists to evaluate residents needs. Changes method and degree of therapy when indicated by resident reactions needs. Discusses progress toward goals with residents such as medication regiment family relationships educational programs social development discharge plans or other behavioral problems. Consults with psychologist psychiatrist or other specialists concerning treatment plans and amends plans as required. Maintains regular contacts with other agencies professionals regarding client progress in the therapeutic treatment program through phone calls letters and or monthly reporting. Refers resident to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling. Serves as on-call or on-duty supervisor as assigned (LPCs LCSWs) Provides weekend therapeutic coverage as assigned. Completes all Treatment Plan Updates within their required time-frames. Completes all documentation within 24 hours following the treatment session. Develops and implements appropriate discharge planning with resident family and placing agency. Develops and maintains positive relationship with external customers families and residents and employees. Performs other duties as assigned. Please forward cover letters and resumes at REGINALDWELLS8914(at)comcast.net. You can contact Reginald Wells Ph.D LPC at 770-265-7258. Quality Care and Advocacy does not have a website at this time but interested candidates will receive information during the in person interview.