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Senior DBT - PTSD Therapist

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POSITION SUMMARY

DBT-PTSD Specialists employ licensed mental health therapists who have a background in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and who demonstrate confidence in working with clients with borderline personality disorder, self-harm and destructive behaviors, and suicidal ideation. Ideally, this individual has had exposure to other trauma modalities such as EMDR, ART (accelerated resolution therapy), AIR (adaptive internal relational) Network, Prolonged Exposure, or Somatic Experiencing.

Compensation:

• The salary range for this position is $58,300 to $103,900 per year. Pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, licensure/certifications, scheduled clinical hours, etc.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, functional assessments, and clinical session notes within the established timeframe.
• Participate in weekly team consultation meetings.
• Initiate upon-admission discharge planning in collaboration with the patient.
• Demonstrates the skill of writing individualized, behavioral, and measurable treatment goals based on psychosocial assessment and psychiatric evaluation information.
• Depending on clinic needs, clinicians will facilitate two groups, potentially up to three, in the short term. Clinicians will acquire groups at the rate they build their individual DBT caseload (1 group per 5 clients served).
• Provide real-time phone coaching to DBT clients. Coaching sessions could fall outside of regular business hours.
• Obtain insurance benefit information and authorization for treatment and perform ongoing utilization reviews.
• Demonstrate skill in documentation that meets all regulatory and DBT-PTSD standards. Files all progress notes in the medical record within 24 - 48 hours of the date of service.
• Responds appropriately to patient's requests.
• Provides comprehensive education, instructions, and advocacy information to assist the patient and significant others in identifying secure needed health care follow-up or next level of care services.
• Provides referring physicians and psychotherapists weekly updates on patient compliance and treatment progress.
• Adheres to DBT-PTSD's Policies and Procedures.
• Stay current with research and advancements in the field of therapy.
• Prepare and assist with audits when requested.
• Be a part of the DBT Team according to the guidelines outlined as a state-certified IOP DBT clinic (program)

MINIMUM JOB Qualifications:

Education / Training:

• A master's degree in psychology, counseling, marriage & family therapy, or social work from a regionally accredited academic program.
• Fully licensed as a clinical mental health professional in Minnesota (LCPC, LPC, LMFT, or LMHC)
• 2 + years of professional counseling experience post-master's degree

Experience:

• Ability and willingness to provide services to adults and adolescents.
• Ability and desire to service patients primarily on an outpatient basis.
• Flexibility to meet when patients are available, including at least one evening per week.
• Evidence of an elevated level of professionalism within the field.
• Strong clinical understanding and competence in providing outpatient psychotherapy.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to respect diversity and integrate issues of culture into case conceptualizations.
• Ability to engage with patients who may be ambivalent about treatment.
• Ability to adapt interventions to patients' strengths, skills, and developmental levels.
• Commitment to empowering patients to solve their problems when necessary.
• Ability to intervene decisively, when necessary, to protect patient safety.
• Ability to comply with clinic documentation standards and best professional practices.

PREFERRED JOB Qualifications:

• Previous experience operating within an outpatient clinic setting (preferred)
• Ability to establish effective therapeutic relationships.
• Sufficient understanding of technology applications or products to learn and understand software products at a detailed level.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills, relationship-building, and conflict-management skills.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Strong knowledge of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) principles and theories.
• Ability to provide individual and group DBT therapy.
• Ability to assess and diagnose mental health issues.
• Ability to develop and implement a DBT treatment plan.
• Ability to identify and target behavioral patterns that lead to maladaptive coping.
• Ability to provide crisis intervention and manage challenging behaviors.
• Ability to collaborate with other mental health professionals.
• Understanding of the ethical implications of providing DBT treatment.
• Ability to provide education and support to family members and caregivers.
• Knowledge of community resources and how to access them.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Environment – Office environment, up to 25% travel required.
• Physical Requirements – Sitting, standing, walking, and keyboard use.

DBT-PTSD Specialists is a proud member of the Refresh Mental Health network—a nationwide network that includes leading private practices with unique and specialized programs. This relationship allows us to maintain our local leadership and solid reputation in the community. It also enhances our practice with additional resources, infrastructure, and operational support, allowing you to focus on what you do best—providing exemplary care to your clients.

DBT-PTSD Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a diverse workplace. We are committed to building a team that is inclusive of all people, including those of LGBTQIA+ communities, members of all ethnic groups, people with disabilities and medical conditions, foreign-born residents, and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Refresh is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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