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Substance Abuse Therapist

Substance Abuse Therapist

The Salvation Army Great Lakes DivisionCharter Township of Clinton, MI, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Unit :    The Salvation Army – Great Lakes Harbor Light System

Position :          Substance Abuse Therapist

Reports to :      Clinical Supervisor

Purpose :

Provide substance abuse counseling to clients of The Salvation Army Harbor Light System in accordance with Harbor Light policies and procedures.

Summary :

Apply clinical practices and provide client services to the clients of The Salvation Army Harbor Light

Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Conduct individual, group, and educational counseling sessions
  • Maintain case records in accordance with Harbor Light standards
  • Follows up to determine reliability and validity of individual client treatment plan established; makes recommendations regarding modification to services and service delivery
  • Maintain contact with referral sources, (i.e., gatekeeper, parole / probation agents) submitting requests for authorization for treatment as well as required reports
  • Complete discharge documentation on each client to include aftercare plan, referral and letters to referring agencies
  • Participates in the review of all clinical issues, activities and program policies and procedures
  • Distribute / collect treatment satisfaction surveys at beginning of treatment, mid treatment and at discharge
  • Attends all clinical staff meetings, and team conferences
  • Participates in educational courses, seminars, workshops, current literature and in-service meetings to enhance treatment skills

Qualifications :

  • Minimum two (2) years of experience working with substance abuse populations
  • TB Test and police clearance required
  • Authorization to work within The United States

    • Education / Experience :

  • Must possess a Masters degree in Behavioral Science (Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology)

    • Computer Skills :

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications and email system
  • Experience using Electronic Medical Records system preferred

    • Reasoning Ability :

  • Understand and work within The Salvation Army and Harbor Light Mission Statements
  • Possess an excellent working knowledge of The Harbor Light Policies and Procedures

    • Certificates and Licenses :

  • Must possess approved MCBAP certification (CADC, CAADC, etc), approved Development Plan, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment
  • Must possess State of Michigan license (LLMSW, LMSW, LPC, LLPC)

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    Substance Abuse Therapist • Charter Township of Clinton, MI, US