Licensed Clinician (SESH Program)

Clinical Services Smyrna, Tennessee
Salary: USD 40.00 Hourly

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Description

Position at Community Options, Inc.

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.

We are now hiring a Part-Time Licensed Clinician  in Rutherford, TN. The Licensed Clinician (SESH) designs and leads therapeutic programing for adults with IDD and co-occurring mental and behavioral health conditions within its Specialized Enhanced Supported Housing (SESH) program. SESH homes are a short-term, therapeutic residential placement for individuals who require specialized treatment within a highly structured, safe, and secure setting. The Licensed Clinician utilizes evidence-based treatment programs (e.g., CBT, DBT) to develop clinical programming that promotes independence, recovery, and behavioral stability, allowing individuals to successfully transition to lower levels of care.

Starting pay is $40.00 - $55.00/ per hour (Commensurate with experience)

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the lead mental health clinician for Community Options' Specialized Enhanced Supported Housing program
  • Review referrals and assist with the admissions process
  • Complete and submit initial and concurrent authorization requests in accordance with the level of care guidelines
  • Complete initial biopsychosocial assessments and individualized plans of care within 30 days of admission
  • Develop discharge plans that align with the principles of resiliency and transitional skills within thirty (30) days of admission
  • Provide clinical supervision and support within the group home ensuring all staff are trained and consistently implementing each individual's treatment plan
  • Collaborate with outside medical and psychiatric providers
  • Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

  • Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field and a license to 
    practice independently in TN, including LCSW, LMFT, LPC-MHSP
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct diagnostic assessments, establish treatment plans, and 
    provide individual and group therapy
  • Minimum of two years’ experience working with people who have IDD and mental health 
    and/or challenging behavioral needs
  • Ability to collect, interpret, and graph data
  • Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form
  • Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
  • Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, 
    central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Working Conditions

  • Required to share on-call coverage responsibilities with other clinicians to ensure around-theclock crisis response
  • Work will take place in SESH homes, the office, and in the community
  • Travel between work locations throughout your assigned region
  • May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases

Why Community Options?

  • Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday! 
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
  • 403b Retirement Plan 
  • Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
  • Great coworkers/team that support you!
  • University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application!  Careers.Comop.org

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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