Corrections Outpatient Therapist - Braddock

Gateway Rehabilitation Center Corp HQ•Braddock, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Gateway Rehab has an outstanding opportunity for a Corrections Outpatient Therapist who is responsible for providing substance use treatment and case management services for assigned patients in our Braddock, PA location. All patients receiving treatment at this location are involved in the criminal justice system and are under the supervision of the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. This position receives regular supervision and instruction.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with 1 year experience in a behavioral health environment.
Pass a PA Criminal Background Check
Obtain PA Child Abuse and FBI Fingerprinting Clearances
Pass Drug Screen
TB Test
Obtain CPR/First Aid Certification

Responsibilities

Utilizes and promotes trauma-informed treatment through the provision of evidence-based practices.
Participates in developing the patient’s treatment plan and outcomes in cooperation with the treatment team.
Provides direct therapeutic services consisting of individual, group, and/or family therapy dependent on the patient's needs.
Makes ongoing assessments regarding the patient’s progress in treatment and revises the treatment plan according to patient needs.
Completes clinical documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Establishes and maintains contact and relationships with referral sources related to patient caseload.
Plans for continuing care of patient and makes appropriate referrals.
Monitors and completes insurance authorizations for patient caseload.
Provides referrals for additional care or services when required
Achieves and maintains expected productivity of 50% on an ongoing basis.
Participates in regular supervision with the manager and seeks out additional supervision as needed.
Adheres to all applicable provisions of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).
Adheres to the Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS), Department of Public Welfare (DPW), and Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) regulations.
Adheres to the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections (DOC) contract requirements
Completes mandatory orientation and annual training programs; completes applicable attendance documentation.
Provides coverage for other programs as needed.
Performs other similar and related duties as necessary and/or as assigned.