SUD Outpatient Therapist

Career Opportunities with Wedgwood Christian Services Careers At Wedgwood Christian Services Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. Subscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates as new positions become available. Position Details: This position is based out of our satellite office on the NE side of Grand Rapids (Eckhart St.) and will facilitate Adolescent IOP groups Tuesday-Thursday from 3:30-6:30 p.m The Outpatient Clinician is accountable to the Clinical Supervisor to provide therapy and casework (where applicable) to clients they are assigned within a wide range of presenting concerns and diagnostic criteria within the office, telemedicine, and other community settings.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct assigned intake assessments for counseling, completing all required paperwork. Provide individual, family and/or multi-systems therapy for assigned clients. Maintain appropriate and timely documentation within the Electronic Medical Record including but not limited to progress notes and files on each client. Participate in individual supervision with the Clinical Supervisor. Participate in team meetings presenting on cases and clinical topics as required. Participation includes the sharing of ideas, feedback, and department planning. Seek and solicit feedback as needed. Continually assess client’s needs and make appropriate referrals if additional services or a more intensive level of care is needed. Develop Treatment Plans, Quarterly Reviews, Discharge Summaries, Clinical Progress notes, and other documents as required by contract, agency policies, and best practice. Coordinate the transfer/discharge process for the client and family, informing Clinical Supervisor, and necessary support staff of projected transfer/discharge goals. Consultation within other departmental service lines. Monitor the quality of overall treatment services to clients on their caseload; and evaluate the adequacy of these services to meet treatment objectives. Communicate effectively with Wedgwood’s Psychiatric services to ensure continuity of care. Respect others and understand their needs and feelings, regardless of race, social, ethnic, economic, and religious background; have an attitude and aptitude for providing nurturance, being patient, and accepting others. Participates in Quality Improvement Initiatives. Comply with departmental processes and procedures surrounding authorization and reauthorizations as needed per caseload. Professional Growth Utilize educational opportunities and resources offered by the agency and through the profession for continued development of skills and clinical expertise. Use the knowledge and skills of his/her supervisor and peers to increase both counseling and administrative skills. Participate in obtaining certification, training cohorts, and other learning opportunities to advance clinical skill sets that align with the ongoing needs of the agency’s clientele. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or a related field, from an accredited institution. Experience providing individual, family and group counseling, preferred. Required to provide proof of limited or full license in one of the following areas: Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or Marriage and Family Therapy. Subscription to the Statement of Faith of Wedgwood Christian Services and agreement with the goal, purpose and objectives of the agency. HOURS OF WORK : Monday-Friday, variable hours between 8am-7pm. No weekends or on-call component.

BENEFITS:

403(b) retirement plan with employer match Medical Plans with great coverage options Free supplemental virtual PCP care with medical plan Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Accounts Dental and Vision plans Legal insurance A Locally Partnered Employee Assistance Program Competitive paid time off Federal Student Loan Forgiveness through PSLF Paid Holidays We also offer a variety of employer paid benefits for full time staff Short term disability Long term disability Life insurance up to 2x your annual salary No-cost, employer paid training and re-certification provided to staff Wedgwood has full gymnasium and state-of-the art 24-hour wellness center filled with a wide variety of workout equipment, available to staff at no cost. Walking trail that leads around the beautiful campus. Through community partnerships, Wedgwood employees and in some cases family members, are eligible for application and tuition fee discounts for several local colleges and universities. Wedgwood Christian Services Since 1960, Wedgwood Christian Services has been dedicated to aggressively taking on the toughest problems facing children and families through residential care, counseling services, and community programs. Our goal is to support and help restore the physical, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual well-being of children, adults, and families in our community. Wedgwood is a local West Michigan agency, with offices bordering the coast of the beautiful Lake Michigan. Our main office is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, ranked in the top tier of the Best Places to Live in America according to Business Insider. Mission: Wedgwood Christian Services extends God's love to youth, adults, and families through professional counseling and educational services. Core Values: Integrity, Compassion, Excellence, and Diversity #J-18808-Ljbffr Wedgwood Christian Services