Hybrid Substance Use Disorder Outpatient Therapist

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including biopsychosocial evaluations and diagnostic screenings using DSM-V and ASAM criteria. 


• Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. 


• Provide direct care through evidence-based individual and group therapy sessions, including psychoeducational and addiction recovery groups at IOP and OP levels of care. 


• Deliver clinical interventions grounded in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trauma-informed care, and other best-practice modalities. 


• Facilitate case management sessions, including treatment goal setting, discharge planning, and collaboration with referral sources and external providers. 


• Educate clients on mental health conditions, treatment options, recovery strategies, and coping skills. 


• Coordinates care for all appropriate support services, including referral sources, family members, and other support providers. 


• Participate actively in treatment team meetings to review client progress and coordinate holistic care. 


• Provide crisis intervention and participate in a rotating on-call schedule to support patients in crisis after hours, as needed. 


• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in alignment with organizational, state, and CARF standards. 


• Collaborate with psychiatrists, case managers, and other providers to meet the co-occurring psychiatric and substance use needs of patients. 


• Develop and maintain a therapeutic alliance that is collaborative, individualized, and adaptable to evolving clinical needs. 


• Promote the organization’s image in a professional, supportive, and educational manner within the community and with referral partners. 


• Stay informed on current clinical practices, regulatory changes, and advancements in the behavioral health field. 


• Demonstrate a commitment to clinical excellence, as measured by outcomes such as patient retention, treatment goal achievement, successful program completion, and transitions between levels of care. 


• Obtain necessary secondary signatures on documentation from licensed supervisors when applicable. 


• Attend all required staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities. 


• Perform other duties as assigned. 

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