Physician / California / Locum tenens / Substance Use Disorder Clinician Job

A medical services organization in California is looking to add a licensed professional to join their team as a Substance Use Disorder Clinician to their growing team at one of their facilities in Los Angeles.

About the Opportunity :

• Schedule : Monday toFriday

Hours : 8am to 5pm (1-hour unpaid lunch)

Setting : Outpatient

Responsibilities :

TheSubstance Use Disorder Clinician will :

Make referrals and conduct follow up on clients needing additional mental health services

Provide crisis intervention services for clients in need of counsel and support

Provide individual and group counseling and appropriate documentation

Perform mental status examinations, therapy and preventive health measures

Record physical finding, and formulate a plan and prognosis, based on the patients condition

Discuss cases with Physician and other health professionals to prepare a comprehensive patient care plan

Administer or recommend individual therapy or other forms of treatment

Supervise counselors, case managers, and graduate level interns

Assist the Clinical Supervisor and Director of Behavioral and Social Services in completing reports and reapplication requirements based on funder guidelines

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree

Licensed Therapist (MFT, LCSW, PsyD) or licensed Therapist

Familiar with state and local alcohol / drug mental health issues and regulations, particularly the Drug Medical program

Solid problem solving and time management skills

Great interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Strong attention to detail

Highly organized

Desired Skills :

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Previous experience in an Outpatient setting