Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $30

Therapist

Part-time, non-exempt employee

Requires weekly supervision from outside licensed practitioner.

Summary

The LPHA Associate co-manages a caseload of clients, provides individual therapy, facilitates

clinical and education groups, and completes associated documentation.

Essential Functions

Conduct weekly individual therapy with caseload.

Facilitate clinical and educational groups.

Complete tasks in SmartCare including individual and group documentation, client-

specific data relating to authorizations, and other program paperwork and forms.

Conduct pre-screenings, assessments, and other admissions paperwork.

Conduct crisis intervention counseling, as needed.

Maintain working knowledge of other drug and alcohol treatment agencies and programs

as well as a list of resources that can be shared with clients.

Attend the weekly Treatment Team Meeting with focus on review of client progress

related to treatment.

Participate in all assigned meetings (including quarterly staff meeting, and weekly

Treatment Team meeting) and staff development training, as required.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills Required

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Knowledge and understanding of ASAM Criteria and its application in

Screening / Assessment

Knowledge of DMC-ODS requirements

Working knowledge of SmartCare electronic health records

Over a year of personal sobriety

AMFT / ACSW license

Pre-screen drug and TB testing

Submit to background check