To engage with the client and families on a therapeutic level through therapy and psycho-educational techniques in efforts to normalize effects and problematic behaviors. The clinician addresses both mental health and substance abuse symptoms in an outreach setting to help the client overcome barriers and improve likely outcomes of treatment. Through the therapeutic interventions as well efforts of the entire team, it is the goal of the child welfare team to avoid the involvement of DCF by improving the overall function of the client.
Requirements:
Master's degree - preferably in counseling, social work, or related fields. License preferred.
Experience in the mental health substance abuse field.
An ability to assess client needs, identify community resources, and develop a treatment plan based on needs and resources.
An understanding of community partner agencies
Good communication and documentation skills
Typical Duties:
Conducting ongoing therapy and therapeutic interventions
Complete Biopsychosocial and other related assessments culminating in an accurate diagnosis that drives treatment
Complete client treatment that reflects clients' needs and goals
Document all pertinent information and ensure that all appropriate forms, such as but not limited to documentation, the intake screening form, monthly reviews, care coordination assessment, utilize the electronic medical record accurately and timely. Preparing correspondence, case notes, narratives, and related documents as necessary.
Collecting data on outcomes
Participating in treatment team meetings.
Building and maintaining relationships with respect, trust, sensitivity, and confidentiality to clients, coworkers, and partner agencies.
Participating in national, state, and local meetings, committees, community activities, outreach events, and other team efforts as required.
Full-time position. Great benefits!!!
Benefits include:
26 paid days off (PTO) per year to start! PTO increases over time up to 44 days per year!!
Sell back PTO at 100% value!
Health insurance
Vision
Dental
Short-term disability
Supplemental life insurance
Life insurance is provided at 3 times your annual salary!
Long-term disability is provided!
Company-sponsored 401(a), funded at 8.5% to start!! Increase to 14.5% over time.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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