ITCD Specialist

The ITCD Specialist provides mental health and co-occurring assessments and counseling services (sessions) to individuals, couples, families, and groups.

DUTIES

1.     Provide a minimum of 15 face-to-face client contacts per week.

1. Complete and sign documentation or related paperwork contemporaneously with service provision (within three (3) business days) and in accordance with agency and certification standards.
2. Provide treatment services for outpatient population with psychiatric disorders, ranging in ages from 5-95 with an array of counseling modalities.
3. Complete continuing education hours as required by DMH and agency certification standards.
4. Complete assessments and treatment planning for youth and adults in a timely manner.
5. Organize and conduct group counseling and group education for both ITCD and ASAM programs.

7.     Ensure that the integrated master treatment plan will be completed within thirty days of referral and will be based on the client’s stage of change.

8.     Provide individual, family and group treatment, involving natural supports.

9.     Assess the client’s stage of treatment every 3 months.

10.  Attend the monthly team meetings and provide education to the ITCD team regarding interventions that are appropriate for the stage of treatment (such as motivational and cognitive based interventions).

11.  Review assessments and update treatment plans as needed every 3 months with the treatment team.

12.  Encourage the client to practice harm reduction skills from a holistic perspective, such as avoiding high-risk behavior and situations that can lead to infectious diseases, finding safe housing, practicing a proper diet, and exercising.

13.  Connect with clients in the community (outreach) and will work with other team members on strategizing assertive outreach with clients.

14.  Meet weekly with the Director of ASAM Services/DOC Coordinator.

1. Participate in mobile crisis team coverage when assigned.
2. Provide clinical supervision to other staff as assigned.
3. Participate in client staffing, assessments and treatment planning with other providers.
4. Participate in other program activities as assigned.
5. Participate in quality assurance activities as requested.
6. Conduct informational programs for civic and social groups as requested.
7. Conduct in-service training as requested.
8. Maintain current CPR certification and First Aid certification.
9. Maintain client confidentiality.
10. Demonstrate competency for, at minimum, the following core competencies:

a.     Incident Reporting; Progress Notes; Scheduling; Treatment Planning Quarterly Crisis Peer Review (when assigned to the crisis team); PSI/PSA

25.  Perform related work as requested to carry out the purposes, goals and objectives of the agency.

QUALIFICATIONS

Eligible providers must be either a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) with licensure or a Qualified Addiction Professional (QAP) and meet co-occurring counselor competency requirements established by the Department of Mental Health. For group education, the eligible provider shall have documented education and experience related to the topic presented and either be or be supervised by a QMHP or a QAP who meets the co-occurring counselor competency requirements. Co-occurring counselor competency requirements are defined as: 1) a QAP; or 2) a licensed QMHP with one year of training or supervised experience in substance use treatment, and 3) if the QMHP has less than one year of experience in integrated treatment, must be actively acquiring 24 hours of training in integrated treatment specific content *** and receive supervision from experienced integrated treatment staff.  QAP credentials include:  CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, CCJP, CCDP, CCDP-D, RADC, and RADC-P.  Must have the knowledge and skill to assess, evaluate, and diagnose mental health disorders according to the DSM-5.  Demonstrate acceptable documentation skills.  Have a valid driver’s license, automobile and required liability insurance.

***The 24 hours of training in ITCD specific content can include, but is not limited to:

• Co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
• Motivational interviewing
• Stage-wise treatment interventions
• Addictions treatment
• Relapse prevention
• Cognitive behavioral treatment

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

The ITCD Specialist will be trained in the following areas prior to providing services. All training will be documented in the staff personnel file.

a.     Documentation and Medicaid compliance

b.     Cognitive behavioral therapy 2.5 hours

c.     Creating a recovery based mental treatment plan 2 hours

d.     Illness management and recovery 2.5 hours

e.     Introduction to DBT 2 hours

f.       ITCD including motivational interviewing and stage-wise treatment 2 hours

g.     Motivational interviewing 4 hours

h.     Suicide prevention 2 hours

i.       PTSD 1 hour

j.       Medications, basic diagnostic principles and collaboration with prescribers 2 hours

k.     Older adults with psychiatric illnesses 1 hour

About North Central Missouri Mental Health Center (NCMMHC)
Since 1974, North Central Missouri Mental Health Center (NCMMHC) has provided compassionate, high-quality behavioral health and recovery services to individuals and families across the nine-county Green Hills region. Headquartered in Trenton, Missouri, NCMMHC is a CARF-accredited healthcare provider dedicated to delivering trauma-informed, client-centered care in a respectful, supportive atmosphere.

Our Mission
To deliver high-quality behavioral health services in a caring environment that respects dignity, promotes independence, and empowers every individual to reach their highest quality of life. Guided by our core commitment, "Support Today. Strength for the Future.", we offer a full continuum of care, including outpatient therapy, psychiatric services, substance use recovery support, community case management, and 24/7 crisis intervention.

Why Work With Us?
At NCMMHC, our staff is the foundation of our community impact. When you join our team, you become part of a dedicated, multidisciplinary group of professionals who value collaboration, clinical excellence, and personal growth.

Purpose-Driven Work: Make a direct, tangible impact on health outcomes and quality of life in rural Missouri communities.

Trauma-Informed Workplace: Practice within a compassionate organizational culture built on safety, dignity, and professional integrity.

Integrated Care Environment: Work alongside therapists, caseworkers, medical providers, and support staff in a team-based healthcare model.

Professional Growth: Gain diverse clinical experience across a wide range of behavioral health programs and community populations.

Whether you are an experienced mental health professional, a dedicated case manager, or a healthcare administrative specialist, NCMMHC offers a rewarding career path where your skills truly matter.