Social Worker - Licensed Professional Counselor
Washington, DC

MUST:
The Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor must have experience:
Master s degree in social work, psychology or relevant human services discipline
Active LGSW or LGPC license issued in the District of Columbia
Demonstrates knowledge of mental health principles and demonstrated ability to operationalize and implement these principles in mental health practice
Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Case Management experience
Experience documenting case notes
Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner even when dealing with emotional topics

DUTIES:
Participate as team member in the development of a consumer's Individual Recovery Plan (IRP) under the direction of the clinical supervisor
Assume responsibility for the implementation of the IRP in coordination with the team and under the supervision of the team supervisor
Develop therapeutic relationship with assigned clients to enhance functioning
Intervene to assist consumers in acquiring skills and resources necessary for successful community living
Provide support and consultation to members of the consumers' network
Assist the consumer in symptom management, problem solving, and resource development
Participate in crisis prevention and intervention on behalf of the team s clients as needed
Ensure that each consumer has an individualized relapse prevention plan that is shared with all appropriate providers and network members
Participate in leadership of psycho-educational and skill development groups as appropriate
Participate in ACT Team daily morning meetings
Develop strategies with the consumer so that they can maintain living outside of institutional settings
Complete diagnostic assessments and treatment plans under the supervision of the team supervisor
Assume responsibility for special projects on the team and within the ACT program
Complete all required paperwork on time