Lead Counselor OTP

Pinnacle Treatment Centers•Buford, GA

32d

About The Position

As a Lead Counselor , you will oversee the clinical aspects of the treatment program. You will be responsible for the coordination and continuity of care from admission through discharge and follow-up of the patients. You will also assist in providing clinical supervision of the counselors, provide direct care and maintain an appropriate caseload.

Requirements

Certified in addiction counseling in the state of Georgia

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated leadership qualities amongst the counseling team.
Demonstrated superior clinical skills and the ability to share expertise with others.

Responsibilities

Ensure the completion of patient databases, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other essential documentation in accordance with applicable federal and state standards and agency policies and procedures
Provide patients with orientation regarding objectives of the program, phase system requirements, rules and regulations, sanctions, hours of services, patient rights, and additional information to help patients adjust to the program.
Ensure each patient is assessed and placed according to the treatment phases in accordance with Federal and State standards and agency policies.
Ensure all clinical documentation and patient charts are updated in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Counsel patients in crisis situations by identifying patient resources and coping abilities to help patients cope with and resolve crisis.
Counsel patients who have refused to comply with specific program requirements to increase patient awareness of consequences of noncompliance.
Arrange referrals to other agencies and resources in the community when appropriate.
Perform treatment plan reviews.
Participate in case conferences and case reviews in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Review counselor documentation and sign off on documentation as directed by the Clinical Supervisor or Clinic Director.
Assist with the overall direction and development of all substance use services.
Participate in treatment team meetings and grievance hearings as needed.
Conduct/assist with weekly staff meetings with the counseling team.
Conduct/assist with ongoing review of counselor’s case files to ensure compliance with Federal, State and PTC requirements.
Assist Clinical Supervisor/Director with annual performance reviews of the counseling team.
Assist Clinical Supervisor/Clinical Director as needed in state and CARF inspections, staff meetings and other areas.
Assist with in-service training to clinical teammates on regularly scheduled basis.
Monitors clinical records regularly for quality and compliance with State and Federal regulations.
Conducts mock inspections.
Perform intakes on new patients.
Develop preliminary and comprehensive treatment plans.
Provides training and technical assistance to community agencies as requested.
Provides guidance to counselors in managing difficult or complex patients.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files on each patient on their caseload and team caseload per federal, state and PTC requirements.
Oversees substance use counseling case assignments and discharges.
Attend team meetings and complete all training courses as required.
Attend ongoing training per program/Federal/ State requirements.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

competitive salaries
full benefits package
Paid Time Off
opportunities for professional growth
18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
401k with company match
Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.