Hope Court Clinical Coordinator

Description*The Opportunity :

We are seeking to hire an Hope Court Clinical Coordinator to join our Forensics Team. This this individual ensures the provision of quality mental health and substance use treatment for HOPE Court participants.

As assigned, this individual conducts detailed Co-Occurring Disorder evaluations and provides clinical recommendations. This individual provides individual and group counseling services as assigned.

$4,000 Sign-On Bonus for all candidates with an LSW, LPC, LISW or LPCC*We are a Great Minds Fellowship Workforce Location!

You could be eligible for up to $20,000 in loan repayment. More information below.What You'll Do : Conducts initial interview with new HOPE Court participants immediately upon admission to the program to orient the individual to the array of services available and begin increasing intrinsic motivation for change.

Provides mental health and substance use disorder assessments to individuals served, as clinically appropriate and as assigned.

Coordinates treatment services with Community Support Services and other community treatment providers to best meet the needs and preferences of individuals served.

Provides individual counseling services to individuals served as clinically appropriate.Attends regularly scheduled staff and supervisory meetings.

Attends HOPE Court treatment team meetings at Summit County Common Pleas Court.Maintains knowledge about the rights of individuals served and the procedures governing those rights.

Performs such other duties as may be assignedReports safety concerns / suggestions to supervisor and completes related documentation per established policyThis position is full-time (40 hours a week) working normal business hours.

About Us : For over 35 years, Community Support Services has been making a difference in the lives of countless individuals with severe and persistent mental illnesses.

Our nearly 300 employees are real-life champions committed to quality treatment, collaborative care, and effective outcomes.

Located in downtown Akron, Ohio, we serve as a leader in behavioral health care for the entire Summit County area.What We're Looking For : Master's degree in a Human Sciences field required.

LPC or LSW required. LPCC or LISW strongly preferred.Knowledge of counseling theory and technique, assessment and diagnosis of mental disordersand substance use disorders, treatment planning, care coordination, American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria for substance use treatment, community resources and supports, basic understanding of the legal system.

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with persons served, peers, family members, supervisors, co-workers, the general public, and other job contacts.

Skilled in Motivational Interviewing.Experience in individual and group counseling; experience with assessment and diagnosis of mental and substance use disorders.

A valid Ohio driver's license and insurability through the Agency's insurance carrier required.A deeply held belief in CSS's recovery-centered mission.

Excellent organizational, critical thinking, attention to detail and communication skills.