Residential Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

NewDay is one of the only licensed and accredited addiction treatment programs in the nation that operates with a thoroughly Christian point of view. Our vision is to combine high quality professional services with the transformational power of God’s truth, grace, and hope. NewDay’s residential facility serves men seeking treatment for substance abuse.

Roles/Responsibilities:

· Provide counseling (individual/group) daily at the residential treatment center

· Coordinate the daily schedule of programming and activities with the Residential Supervisor

· Assist with supervision or oversight of students in training (if fully licensed and desired)

· Communicate with patient families on progress and coordination of care

· Assist Residential Supervisor with completing treatment plans, reassessments, peer-to-peer reviews for insurance, and discharge planning.

· Complete accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records

· Work with the Residential Supervisor on issues of conflict resolution when dealing with clients

· Be a liaison between NewDay and the local community.

· Develop or advise on social policy and assist in community development.

· Be part of the on-call schedule for weekends.

· Collaborate with counselors, physicians, nurses, and social workers to plan and coordinate treatment, if client requires beyond counseling.

· Attend clinical meetings and weekly supervision.

· Any other responsibilities as needed to assist in maintaining the clinical operation of the residential treatment center.

Requirements:

· CADAC II, LAC, LACA or BSW

· Practicum student or intern for accredited master’s level program or

· Masters level license: LCACA, LCAC, LMHCA, LMHC, LSW, LCSW