Therapist (talent pipeline)

Position Summary:

The Chemical Dependency Professional/Therapist are responsible for managing a caseload of clients and 

providing sound, therapeutic treatment during day-to-day operations. Provides inspiration and motivation for 

recovery by using evidence based and person-centered practices. 

Schedule / Hours:

• Full Time / 40 hours
• 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, every other weekend

Tasks / Responsibilities (To include, but not limited to):

• Assess client’s strengths, needs, abilities and preferences; formulates a diagnostic impression based on current DSM criteria; and in conjunction with the client/family develops a workable plan for treatment.
• Develop a comprehensive case conceptualization and present information to members of clinical team, on client’s family and biopsychosocial background pertinent to diagnosis and treatment. 
• Participates in treatment team meetings to coordinate delivery of services. 
• Complete biopsychosocial assessment, progress notes, treatment plans, and other chart related documents and correspondence for assigned clients in a timely manner. 
• Provide individual counseling and facilitate educational and counseling groups assigned and promptly chart these activities in the client’s records. 
• Select approach to use in individual therapy such as directive, nondirective, and supportive therapy and plans frequency, intensity, and duration of therapy. 
• Provide skill building psycho-educational and/or support groups. 
• Work cooperatively with other community resources and referral sources to coordinate services to clients. 
• Strive to increase professional growth and effectiveness through training, participating in clinical consultation, seeking outside support and by keeping abreast of current trends and theories in relevant areas. 
• Provide direct behavioral health services including mental health and substance abuse services (i.e., psycho/social assessments, consultation, individual/group/ family therapy, professional in-service training and community education services, etc.) at a rate that achieves or exceeds the minimum direct service standard as established annually. 
• Provides crisis intervention services when authorized and necessary. 
• Participates in 24-hour Emergency Services, which includes availability for back-up rotation coverage for after hours, weekends, or holiday emergencies. 
• Carry out other responsibilities as delegated. 
• Maintain professional standards and follows the policies and procedures of the organization to include all federal, state, and local regulations. 

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• An acute understanding of counseling and other treatment procedures for behavioral health, substance use disorder and related illnesses. 
• A knowledge of state and federal regulations concerning the treatment of behavioral health and substance use disorder. 
• In depth understanding of co-occurring mental health disorders and their appropriate treatments/interventions. 
• Manages a team and has strong interpersonal skills. 
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving and analytical skills. 
• Able to work independently. 
• Communicates effectively (both written and verbal) with customers and colleagues. 
• Organized, detail-oriented, multi-tasker, adaptable, positive. 
• Proficient computer skills, including the Microsoft Office Suite. 

Environmental/Physical Requirements:

• Office/Sedentary Requirements – Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. 
• Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds. 
• Exposure to clients infected with Hepatitis B, HIV, TB, or other Infectious Diseases.

Preferred Experience/ Minimum Qualifications:

• To perform this position successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required: 

• Ability to perform the core functions of a chemical dependency professional. 
• Ability to develop rapport with substance-abusing populations and families. 
• Ability to apply organizational management skills and maintain self and client discipline. 
• Ability to prepare and maintain required documentation. 
• Ability to comply with internal, local, state and federal regulations and policies. 
• Ability to work and communicate with others. 

Education / Experience: 

• Bachelor’s in counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioral health field required
• Active state licensure as one of the following: PDAC, CDAC, LCDP, LMHC-A, LCSW.
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience in a behavioral health or substance use treatment setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal regulations related to substance abuse treatment.
•  Must be familiar with 12 Step Recovery programs
• Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records

Minimum of 3 years of lived experience with substance use and/or mental health disorders for self, family member, or loved one, and the ability to appropriately share experience with clients. Someone who views clients’ needs with a high priority and who would be a strong advocate for them with other treatment providers. Someone who espouses a strong desire to help others.  

Licenses / Certifications:  

• Pursuit of chemical dependency certification/licensure preferred.