Independent Licensed Substance Use Counselor (LMHC, LCSW)

American Addiction Centers•Hollywood, FL

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About The Position

American Addiction Centers (AAC) is seeking an independently licensed counselor to provide care to adults experiencing addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. The role provides individual, group, and family counseling; conducts clinical assessments; develops treatment plans; and uses therapeutic interventions, treatment modalities, and evidence-based practices. The counselor participates in treatment teams, coordinates services, and communicates with Utilization Review regarding patient care. Clinical services are provided to adult patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings. The preferred schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with some flexibility open to discussion. AAC describes its culture as progressive, supportive of work/life balance, and committed to listening to employee ideas, investing in education, and fostering trust and respect. Its mission is to provide quality, compassionate, and innovative care and to help patients, families, and communities pursue recovery and wellness. The counselor must comply with applicable state standards, facility accreditation requirements, AAC policies, confidentiality rules, HIPAA, and 42 CFR Part 2. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by state and federal disability discrimination laws.

Requirements

Master’s degree in behavioral sciences, such as social work, counseling, or psychology.
Unrestricted independent license to practice in the state of employment (examples listed include LPC, LCSW, LMFT, and LMHC).
At least 3 years of experience in a behavioral healthcare field.
Experience with substance abuse, addictions, mental health, cognitive behavioral treatment, and motivational interviewing.
Knowledge of electronic health record software and documentation.
Knowledge of ASAM criteria.
Counseling experience with adults and understanding of psychotropic medications, symptoms, and effects.
Ability to read, write, and interpret written information; type documentation; present information to groups; and participate in meetings.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Must be able to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and flexible hours.
Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record if driving a company vehicle or a personal vehicle for company business.
Must be able to sit at a desk for prolonged periods and lift 15 pounds at a time.

Responsibilities

Provide intervention, assessments, treatment planning, triage, and individual and group counseling.
Initiate and provide family counseling services.
Provide clinical services to all patients on the assigned caseload and assist with other patients as assigned by the clinical manager.
Provide clinical supervision to assigned interns.
Participate in weekly treatment team meetings and program staff meetings.
Ensure required documentation meets contract, licensure, accreditation, and service standards and is completed in a timely manner in accordance with AAC documentation guidelines.
Communicate efficiently with other departments to support patient care.
Provide clinical services to adult patients in outpatient and inpatient settings.
Follow State Department standards, facility accreditation requirements, and AAC policies and procedures.
Maintain confidentiality of patient and company information and comply with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
Assist in monitoring and managing the patient community as a therapeutic milieu.
Intervene in crises to de-escalate situations and resolve crises, using events as opportunities for therapeutic processes.
Diagnose substance use disorders and/or co-occurring psychiatric disorders within the scope of practice.
Advocate and communicate with the Utilization Review department on aspects of patient care.