INDIVIDUAL VIRTUAL THERAPIST

Guardian Recovery•Plano, TX

21h•$55,000 - $86,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Individual Virtual Therapist is responsible for performing clinical client care. The Individual Virtual Therapist will provide individual and group therapy as ordered by the Adult Clinical Lead. The Individual Virtual Therapist collaborates with the Treatment Team in the formulation of the Master Treatment Plan. This is an ON-SITE position at Dallas Addiction Center, functioning as a Virtual IOP Therapist. There is a possibility of transitioning to remote work in the future. The schedule can be morning or evening. The role involves Virtual IOP sessions Monday-Wednesday, with in-office responsibilities on Thursdays and Fridays. Group facilitation occurs from 9 am to 12 pm.

Requirements

Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or health-related field required
Minimum of 2 years’ experience with diagnoses clients in an outpatient setting.
Knowledge of principles and practices of the discipline.
Adheres to: Healthcare Code of Ethics.
Knowledge of Joint Commission Standards.
Knowledge of Federal and State Regulations.
Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding: Client Confidentiality, Drug-Free Workplace, Workplace Violence Prevention, Corporate Integrity & Compliance.

Nice To Haves

Could eventually transition to remote work M-W down the road

Responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge of mental health disorders, trauma, chemical dependency, and addictions and utilize knowledge and skills to access and meet the client’s treatment needs and requirements.
Complete timely and accurate documentation daily.
Conduct process groups for clients and other groups as assigned.
Ability to work as a team member, displaying maturity and objectivity under stress.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills.
Perform in a professional manner and model positive coping skills.
Report abuses of clients’ rights immediately.
Participate in obtaining the client’s informed consent for procedures, treatments, and release of information, as appropriate.
Act decisively and effectively in managing staff and clients during emergencies.
Actively participate in Interdisciplinary Treatment Plan meetings.
Share pertinent information with the team as needed.
Evaluate the impact of therapeutic interventions upon the milieu.
Perform individual therapy with client/family.
Document the assessment of client progress/regress and interventions provided in the medical record.
Recognize, respond to, and assist in crisis situations and provide intervention as necessary.
Attend and participate in staff meetings as scheduled.
Adhere to policies and procedures.
Protect the privacy of all patient information in accordance with the program’s privacy policies, procedures, and practices, as required by federal and state law, and in accordance with the general principle of professionalism as a health care provider.
Perform other capacities as needed