Clinician

Montgomery County•Oh 45417, OH

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Clinician provides chemical dependency assessment and/or treatment according to established policies and procedures. The position helps foster an environment conducive to the MonDay Program’s treatment, operational, and administrative goals and mission. The role has no supervisory duties. The Clinician assists with the clinical program for residents by assessing clinical needs, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, monitoring progress, and modifying plans as needed. The position provides individual counseling, facilitates groups and classes, coordinates case management with agencies and professionals, responds to crises using appropriate intervention techniques, and documents assessments, treatment, progress, and discharge information. The role also supports resident-related operations, participates in program and staff meetings, engages in public relations, and prepares statistical reports. The position requires an associate degree, with a bachelor’s degree preferred, and 40 hours of chemical-dependency-specific education. The employee must attain status as a Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant, LSW Assistant, or LPC Assistant within 30 days of appointment, and obtain licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor II, Licensed Social Worker, or LPC within three years. A valid Ohio driver’s license and good driving record are required. Criminal background and BMV checks are required. Physical demands include manipulating equipment, sitting or standing for extended periods, lifting up to 40 pounds, restraining disorderly residents, and operating an automobile. Reasonable accommodation may be available.

Requirements

Associate degree required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred, in behavioral science, counseling, social work, or a related field.
At least 40 hours of chemical-dependency-specific education.
Attain status as a Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant, LSW Assistant, or LPC Assistant within 30 days of appointment.
Attain licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor II, Licensed Social Worker, or LPC within three years of appointment.
Maintain certification requirements of the Ohio Chemical Dependency Board or the State of Ohio Counselor and Social Work Board, as appropriate.
Ability to analyze, plan, and implement effective clinical programming techniques, which may include coaching, counseling, and positive reinforcement.
Ability to read and write routine reports and statistical information.
Interpersonal communication skills to communicate effectively with staff, clients, families, social services, criminal justice agencies, and the general public.
Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate effective treatment plans and case-management techniques.
Ability to facilitate groups.
Working knowledge of general principles of social work, sociology, psychology, criminal justice, or an associated curriculum.
Valid State of Ohio driver’s license with a good driving record.
Pass criminal background and BMV checks.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science, counseling, social work, or a related field.
Familiarity with Cognitive Behavioral Treatment (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Working knowledge of recovery support programs.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning, developing, implementing, and overseeing a clinical program for residents.
Assess residents for clinical problems and develop individualized treatment plans.
Monitor residents’ progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
Organize and complete progress notes according to standards.
Assess and plan residents’ continued-care and aftercare needs.
Provide individual counseling sessions and facilitate group sessions and classes.
Provide case management by coordinating with agencies, resources, and professionals toward established goals.
Respond to crisis situations using appropriate crisis intervention techniques.
Document assessments and treatment plans, and write reports, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other client-related data.
Interface with staff and residents and assist in developing treatment plans.
Enforce resident-management procedures and discipline residents as appropriate.
Complete necessary documentation and assist with monitoring residents, transportation, and other operational duties as needed.
Participate in scheduled treatment team, clinical team, and all-staff meetings.
Conduct public relations with personnel and the community.
Collect, prepare, and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual statistical reports.