TSH Clinician

POSITION TITLE: CLINICIAN PROGRAM: Residential Programs General Statement of Responsibilities Clinicians are responsible for the direct and indirect services to behavioral health clients eligible for treatment in the Therapeutic Shelter. They are licensed by the State of Connecticut and credentialed by the agency to assess, diagnose, and treat clients upon approval of the Manager of Therapeutic Shelter and Director of Residential Services. Direct services include assessments, interviews, treatment planning, individual, family, and group therapy. Indirect services may include supervision, rounds, case conferences, insurance authorizations, and documentation associated with client care. Clinicians work with a multidisciplinary treatment team to help clients engaged in the Therapeutic Shelter to achieve their recovery goals. This position may require flexibility with schedule and may include evening or weekend hours. Examples of Responsibilities Provide comprehensive evaluation, treatment planning, discharge planning and crisis intervention to clients engaged in the Therapeutic Shelter. Facilitate Intensive Outpatient (ASAM Level 2.1) individual, group therapy and psycho-educational sessions, utilizing evidence-based and research-driven curriculum and interventions on topics related to Substance Use and Co-Occurring Conditions. Present clinical information for each client on the caseload on a regular basis to the treatment team in rounds, translate treatment team recommendations to client and assist them with following through with referrals and recommendations as agreed upon by client. Develop effective networking relationships with outside contractors, referral sources and community agencies, engage in ongoing marketing of programs and represent the agency at community events and meetings as assigned by Management. Organize and present time-sensitive clinical information to managed care companies for the purposes of treatment authorizations and continued stay review. Provide written documentation on client’s status to clients, referral sources, Department of Corrections, Court Support Services, Department of Children & Families, Employers, etc. Assist with the day-to-day residential component of the program, may include supervising smoke breaks, supervised drug screening, supervision of self-administration of Medication, transportation and supporting clients in completing their activities of daily living (ADLs). Participate in supervision, team meetings, rounds, agency committees and work groups as assigned by management, may be required to participate in trainings (both on site and off site) as determined by the Director of Residential Services and/or Vice President of Adult Services. Provide coverage for coworkers during time off and to help ensure required residential staffing levels are met at all times. Work with Program Manager and/or Director of Residential Services to ensure all standards for services delivery are met for each client on a weekly basis. Complete other duties as assigned. Qualifications EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: Master’s Degree in social work, marriage and family therapy or related human services field with at least a one-year clinical internship working with adult population is required. Experience in group therapy and working with the Substance Use population is preferred. Training preferred on the following topics: Treatment Criteria for Addictive, Substance-Related, and Co-Occurring Conditions (ASAM), Co-occurring disorders (including prevalence, signs/symptoms, assessment, treatment and the impact of one’s own attitudes/beliefs on the delivery of services) and the use of naloxone in response to an opioid overdose. Licensure/Certification/Registration Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) or Associate License required for Master of Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFTA) and/or master’s in counseling (LPCA). Advanced license required within two years. LADC is not required but welcomed in addition to primary licensure. Other Requirements Drivers license, reliable transportation and valid auto insurance; CPR/First Aid. #J-18808-Ljbffr