Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Therapist – Hickory Treatment Centers

Department : Clinical

Direct Report To: Clinical Director

The Therapist will serve as a direct clinical professional providing individual, group, and family therapy.

Under the immediate supervision of the Clinical Director, Therapists will treat a selected caseload of clients suffering from behavioral health and addiction related issues. These clinicians must be able to perform biopsychosocial assessments, participate in multi-disciplinary treatment, and discharge planning for clients.

Hickory Recovery is setting the benchmark in mental health care, especially for those facing acute challenges or dealing with co-occurring disorders. Our focus is on

• Delivering personalized, top tier care that fosters healing and improves wellbeing
• Ensuring every individual has access to the best possible support and treatment

To provide high quality, acute care for adults struggling with mental health issues or mental health co-occurring disorders. It’s Hickory’s primary goal to offer expert treatment for all we serve.

• 401k
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• PTO
• Vision insurance
• Career development
• Mental health days
• Holiday pay

• Master’s Degree and Current Independent Licensure (LMHC,LMFT,IAADAC,LISW) or License Eligibility
• At least 2 years prior experience in a behavioral healthcare setting, with residential treatment experience preferred.
• Commitment to client, family, and referent satisfaction
• Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Professional appearance, aptitude, and attitude
• Impeccable ethics, integrity, and customer relations skills
• Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills
• Computer literacy and ability to use an EMR.
• Knowledge of “best practices” behavioral medicine treatment delivery and methodologies
• Knowledge of MAT services or MAT certification preferred.
• Sound clinical judgment and decision-making skills
• Ability to understand the requirements of the clientele.

Clinical Responsibilities and Client Care

• Contact assigned clients within 24 hours of admission and conduct weekly 1:1 encounters
• Complete Biopsychosocial, Admission Note, ASAM Level 3.5 Criteria, SUD Treatment Plan, and assign diagnosis within 24 hours of admission.
• Complete weekly 1:1 Session Notes, SUD Treatment Plan Updates, and ASAM Criteria Updates for each assigned client.
• Effectively lead therapeutic groups and complete Group Session Individual Notes in the EMR
• Complete Columbia Suicide Severity Scale, ASAM Discharge/Transfer Criteria, and Discharge Summary/Aftercare Plan at discharge.
• Assess, respond to, and document suicide risk appropriately

Documentation, EMR & Compliance

• Review and sign Case Management progress Notes every seven days for each assigned client
• Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, including proper procedures for release of client information.
• Follow policy and procedure when a client requests discharge AMA
• Ensure all clinical documentation meets internal standards and regulatory requirements

Professional Standards, Licensing, & Team Participation

• Maintain current license, certification, and registration as applicable
• Participate in performance improvement activities
• Attend weekly staffing meetings with the treatment team
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the clinical Director or Executive Director

Safety, Infection Control & Reporting

• Report safety hazards to the supervisor or Executive Director.
• Perform appropriate hand hygiene throughout the shift.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately

• Independently Licensed: $70,000 - $75,000 annually
• License Eligible: $65,000 – $70,000 annually
• Master’s Level: $55,000 - $65,000 annually