POSITION SUMMARY

Under general direction and following established policies and procedures the Outpatient Behavioral Therapist, provides outpatient mental health/substance abuse counseling, therapy, and Employee Assistance Services within their scope of professional practice. The Outpatient Behavioral Therapist assesses the patient’s emotional, social, and psychological needs and determines appropriate interventions. The Outpatient Behavioral Therapist is responsible for delivery of direct and indirect services consistent with qualitative and quantitative performance goals, strategic initiatives and standards of best practices established for outpatient services. Works collaboratively and facilitates communication with physicians, family members, managed care providers and other multidisciplinary team members within and outside the practice.