Substance Use Disorder Outpatient Clinician

Job Description

Job Description

Substance Use Disorder- Outpatient Clinician

HRSA- Approved Site!!!

Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Program Eligible providers can receive up to $75K in student loan repayment!!!

Job Description, Responsibilities, Standards and Qualifications

This position will be knowledgeable about and actively support culturally competent, recovery-based practices; person -centered planning as a shared decision-making process with individuals seeking services, who defines their own life goals and is assisted in developing a unique path towards those goals; and a trauma informed culture to aid individuals in their recovery process.

The individual who fills the position of Substance Use Disorder- Outpatient Clinician will demonstrate that he or she is capable of carrying-out the following roles and responsibilities :

Core Functions - Duties and Responsibilities :

• Provide outpatient therapy, psychotherapy and counseling for individuals, families, couples or groups.
• Therapeutic supports are provided as outlined in the individualized plan of service based on person-centered planning and utilizing evidence-based practices. Utilize evidence-based treatments within their scope of practice.
• Implement treatment activities designed to reduce maladaptive behaviors, maximize behavioral self-control, or restore normalized psychological functioning, reality orientation, re-motivation, and emotional adjustment, thus enabling improved functioning and more appropriate interpersonal and social relationships.
• Treatment is provided within clinical settings and may occur within community settings.
• Act as a liaison within the community to ensure continuum of care and support for customers.
• Document all service contacts within 24 hours of contact including face to face, collateral, and networking contacts. Demonstrate appropriate and complete documentation of treatment – related information including treatment plans and reviews, progress notes, correspondence, release of information, etc. in compliance with agency, SWMBH and JCAHO standards.
• Ensure compliance and participation with competency improvement activities including, but not limited to, credentialing, continuing education per licensure requirements or 24 hours of annual clinical-based training, whichever is greater.
• Act as a clinical resource for agency teams and conduct educational presentations.
• Participate in regular interdisciplinary staff meetings and Substance Use Program supervision.
• Participate in regular group supervision and individual supervision as a means of enhancing professional growth, reviewing the provision of clinical services and addressing administrative issues.
• Participate in the evolution and refinement of quality improvement processes in relation to the substance abuse program.
• Provide and collect the client satisfaction survey upon resident’s discharge from the program.
• Participate in the bi-annual compliance audit with the Recovery Services Unlimited compliance officer.
• Maintain compliance with governmental regulations and industry requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, which are consistent with the position and in compliance with agency policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications and Education Requirements :

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field with Licensure in the State of Michigan as a Licensed Master’s Level Social Worker; Limited Licensed Master's Level Social Worker; Licensed Psychologist; Limited License Psychologist; Professional Counselor mandatory.

Position requires CAADC Certification but will allow applicants already on the certification development plan or will apply and start CAADC Certification development plan within 30 days of hire.

Two years of experience in behavioral health care setting utilizing evidence-based practices and behavioral modification techniques.

Possess knowledge in computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and electronic medical record software preferred.

Job Types : Contract, Part-time, Full-time

Salary : Starting at $54,000.00 per year

Benefits :

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Schedule :

Day shift

Monday to Friday

Education :

Master's (Required)

Experience :

Addiction Counseling : 1 year (Preferred)

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