Clinician, EMDR

Advanced Recovery Systems•Upper Marlboro, MD

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About The Position

Advanced Recovery Systems is an integrated behavioral healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, eating disorders and mental health issues. We put behavioral health front and center, providing assistance to people with substance abuse issues, addictions and mental health concerns. With facilities in various regions of the U.S., we have been furthering this mission since our inception, applying our advanced approach to patient care. Every facility in the Advanced Recovery Systems network strives to provide the highest quality of care, using evidence-based therapeutic models that really work. Our goal is to help men, women and adolescents live healthy, happy lives without the burden of substance abuse or mental illness. The EMDR Clinician is responsible for performing patient care activities as directed by the Clinical Director. EMDR Clinician will be responsible for patient caseload and will provide EMDR therapy to referred clients. EMDR Clinician will occasionally conduct bio-psychosocial assessments, group, individual, and family therapy as needed. EMDR Clinician will collaborate with the Treatment Team to formulate the Master Treatment Plan and assist in coordinating discharge planning. The EMDR Clinician is responsible for maintaining communication with the family, referral source and other service providers as needed.

Requirements

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
Advanced Recovery Systems complies with state-specific COVID-19 vaccination mandates for healthcare workers. Team members in our facilities/offices located in states with vaccination mandates are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including any booster shots if stipulated) unless approved for a reasonable accommodation based on disability, medical condition, pregnancy, or religious belief that prevents them from being vaccinated.
Minimum Masters’ Degree in social work, psychology, or related human services field.
Minimum two (2) years of work experience in mental health field preferred.
Licensed in the State of practice required in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Professional Counselor or other behavioral health related fields.
EMDRIA certification; EMDRIA Approved Consultant status if possible
Demonstrates Proficiency in Communication & Written skills.
Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding Patient Confidentiality laws.
Knowledge of licensing and accreditation standards

Responsibilities

Provides EMDR, individual, family and group therapy to assigned patients following program curriculum provided by Clinical Director.
Completes all required documentation ensuring compliance with all company policies and procedures, state regulations, Joint Commission standards and Medical Needs Criteria. This includes the following documents: a. Biopsychosocial Assessment b. Integrated Summary c. Comprehensive Problem List d. Integrated Master Treatment Plan and Updates e. Individual, family and group therapy session notes f. Discharge Summary
Effectively uses therapeutic interventions to assist patients with accomplishing all treatment plans goals and objectives and successfully complete treatment.
Effectively prepares patient for maintaining sobriety/recovery post discharge.
Maintain referent contact weekly or as required by Clinical Director.
Demonstrates sufficient comprehension of mental health and substance use disorders.
Consistently identifies areas for improvement within the department by studying data and developing, implementing, and documenting plans for improvement and outcomes.
Maintains positive relationships with all staff.
Participate effectively in multidisciplinary treatment plan reviews.
Maintains healthy boundaries with patients and staff.
Asks for and accepts feedback from supervisors.
Provides a safe and therapeutic environment to all staff and patients.
Communicates significant patient developments to supervisor
Participates in Quality Improvement activities and contribute to the success of the organization
Pursues professional development through participation in education and training programs
Contributes positively to the morale of other staff members.
Performs other tasks, as assigned.