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.