Addiction Therapist

Caron Treatment Centers • Delray Beach, FL

327d • $72,500

About The Position

The Primary Therapist conducts individual, group and family therapy in accordance with license requirements, CARF standards and Caron Policies. Evaluates signs and symptoms of alcohol/ drug abuse and other coexisting conditions. Identifies strengths, weaknesses, and problem areas to develop the clinical formulation; translates these issues into a treatment plan with individual patient involvement. The Primary Therapist provides counseling for each individual patient and their families by selecting the counseling theories, apply techniques to assist the patient, group, or family in accordance with cultural, gender, lifestyle, and age difference. Coordinates all services for client care. Able to recognize the elements of the patient's crisis, implement an immediate course of action appropriate to the crisis, and utilize all Caron Renaissance's resources to resolve/ treat the patient group in a timely manner. The Primary Therapist effectively communicates relevant clinical information to the patient, family, group, and staff. Responds to off hour issues/concerns in a timely and effective manner. The Primary Therapist has the ability to identify needs and problem areas that are beyond the scope of care offered by Caron. Must be able to explain rationale for referral to patient and match the appropriate referral to the patients' needs.

Requirements

• Master's degree required.
• License preferred with 1 year of clinical experience in relevant field.
• Experience with in-network insurance programs preferred.
• If in recovery, 2 years of continuous sobriety preferred.

Nice To Haves

• An excellent understanding of the emotional and behavioral effects of addiction.
• An excellent understanding of family systems.
• Ability to use clinical software and other software programs.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to be 'on-call' in the event of an emergency.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual, group and family therapy in accordance with license requirements, CARF standards and Caron Policies.
• Evaluate signs and symptoms of alcohol/drug abuse and other coexisting conditions.
• Identify strengths, weaknesses, and problem areas to develop the clinical formulation.
• Translate issues into a treatment plan with individual patient involvement.
• Provide counseling for each individual patient and their families.
• Select counseling theories and apply techniques to assist the patient, group, or family.
• Coordinate all services for client care.
• Recognize elements of the patient's crisis and implement an immediate course of action.
• Utilize all Caron Renaissance's resources to resolve/treat the patient group in a timely manner.
• Effectively communicate relevant clinical information to the patient, family, group, and staff.
• Respond to off hour issues/concerns in a timely and effective manner.
• Identify needs and problem areas beyond the scope of care offered by Caron.
• Explain rationale for referral to patient and match appropriate referral to patients' needs.

Benefits

• Starting salary is $72,500 annually based on minimum qualifications.
• Eligible for sign on bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Master's degree