Counselor/Therapist – LPC, LSW, LPCC, LISW

Oriana House•Akron, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under appropriate supervision, prepares and maintains a confidential, accurate, organized, and updated case file for each assigned client. Complies with documentation requirements as outlined in program policies, protocols and procedures for activities (e.g., assessments, treatment plans, treatment procedures, and in the preparation of required reports.) Determines a client’s appropriateness for services using DSM5 /ICD 10 criteria for substance use disorder. Effectively orients the client to the facility/program(s) as needed by providing information including, but not limited to: rule infractions that may result in termination, the hours of service availability, clients’ rights and the grievance procedure, and costs for which they may be responsible. Develops in collaboration with the client’s Individualized Treatment Plans areas to address identified problems and needs associated with their substance use disorder. Assists the client in Treatment Plan: reviews related to new goals, objectives, interventions, and activities, as indicated, and determine the treatment process and resources to be utilized. Group clinicians are those clinicians who provide 8 hours or more of group services a week. Identifies and explores problems and their ramifications with attention to the clients’ associated attitudes and feelings. With the clients’ participation, examines alternative solutions and develops plans of action. Becomes proficient and adheres to the Agency’s treatment philosophy which incorporates Cognitive Behavior Management (CBT), Contingency Management and Self Help meetings.

Requirements

Associates degree required.
LCDCII, LCDCIII, LPC, LSW licensure required.
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Familiarity with regulations governing the disclosure of client information and storage of client records required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares and maintains a confidential, accurate, organized, and updated case file for each assigned client.
Complies with documentation requirements as outlined in program policies, protocols and procedures for activities (e.g., assessments, treatment plans, treatment procedures, and in the preparation of required reports.)
Determines a client’s appropriateness for services using DSM5 /ICD 10 criteria for substance use disorder.
Effectively orients the client to the facility/program(s) as needed by providing information including, but not limited to: rule infractions that may result in termination, the hours of service availability, clients’ rights and the grievance procedure, and costs for which they may be responsible.
Develops in collaboration with the client’s Individualized Treatment Plans areas to address identified problems and needs associated with their substance use disorder.
Assists the client in Treatment Plan: reviews related to new goals, objectives, interventions, and activities, as indicated, and determine the treatment process and resources to be utilized.
Identifies and explores problems and their ramifications with attention to the clients’ associated attitudes and feelings.
With the clients’ participation, examines alternative solutions and develops plans of action.
Becomes proficient and adheres to the Agency’s treatment philosophy which incorporates Cognitive Behavior Management (CBT), Contingency Management and Self Help meetings.