Licensed Primary Therapist - Substance Abuse Treatment

The Source is a Joint Commission-accredited addiction treatment facility that offers multiple levels of care to help men and women overcome alcohol and drug addiction. Our mission is to provide a family environment where clients get connected to their mind, body, and spirit through support groups, 12-step programs, and society.

We are looking to hire an energetic and motivated substance abuse and dual diagnosis IOP Primary Therapist with a background in addictions preferred. We are looking for a part-time therapist at his time, leading to full-time. Also, we are looking for like-minded people to assist clients in learning how to live a clean and sober life.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage a caseload of approximately 8–10 clients: Facilitating individual, group, and family therapy.


• Utilize knowledge and skills to provide group psychotherapy, meeting the patient’s treatment needs and requirements.


• Document in the patient’s chart on a regular basis and complete patient caseload in timely manner.


• Facilitate team interaction for discharge planning.


• Share pertinent information with treatment team as obtained from client, client’s family members, or significant others.


• Participate as a team member in all treatment team meetings and provides input regarding clients’ needs and requirements.


• Discuss relapse warning signs and relapse prevention techniques and strategies and develops plans accordingly.


• Document provided services in progress notes in a clear, concise, timely manner.


• Assist the client(s) with developing discharge goals and objectives.


• Provide pertinent client information based on evaluation, and group and individual session interactions, to assist in the patient treatment process.


• Assist in developing aspects of treatment plans and treatment plan updates in collaboration with other treatment team members.


• Act as a liaison to community agencies providing psychiatric services.


• Provides community awareness education and in-services on behalf of the agency.


• Knowledge of program policies and procedures.


• Share pertinent information with team as obtained from patients or family throughout the program.


• Collaborate with the medical staff to provide treatment services.


• Attend staff meetings.


• Document client progress/regression according to established policies and procedures.


• Continue with educational courses and in-services training, per policies and procedures.


• Update knowledge of community resources on a continuous basis.


• Conduct group and individual counseling sessions.


• Respond positively to changing situations in the work setting.


• Work as a team member, demonstrating maturity under stress and objectivity.


• Demonstrate good communication skills.


• Perform in a professional manner and role models a positive image of mental health.


• Report abuse of clients’ rights immediately.


• Participate in obtaining the clients' informed consent for procedures, treatments, and research, as appropriate.


• Knowledge of Baker Act procedure, and of team member’s responsibilities in Baker Act situations.


• Participate in Performance Improvement monitoring and evaluating activities.


• Act decisively and effectively in managing staff, patients, and other employees during emergency situation.


• Perform other capacities as needed.

Qualifications:

• Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills and character.


• Ability to work cooperatively with other staff members and clients in a positive manner.


• Knowledge of evidence-based practices.


• Understanding of Substance Use Disorders and Co-occurring Disorders.


• Experience in database management and record keeping.


• Knowledge of HIPAA, confidentiality and privacy practices.


• Solution-based thinker and problem solver.


• Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills.


• Knowledge of DCF Guidelines and Joint Commission Accreditation Standards.


• Must pass a Level II Background

Experience:

• Minimum of one year of experience in Mental Health/Social Work.


• Minimum of one year of experience in an intensive substance abuse outpatient or inpatient setting is preferred.

Education:

• Master's Degree in related field (Mental Health Counseling/Psychology/Social Work)


• Licensed professional (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT)