Lead IOP Counselor - Lancaster
About The Position
ARS Treatment Centers provide specialized outpatient treatment for people addicted to opiates through medication-assisted treatment. The Lead IOP Counselor assists the Clinical Supervisor and Executive Director in ensuring clinical and administrative services are provided to Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) patients and their families. This senior role serves as a working role model for other counselors and adheres to the company’s vision and mission. The position is based at ARS Lancaster in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 5 a.m. to 1 p.m., with alternating Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.; some flexibility around groups is noted. The salary range is $27.00–$29.00 per hour.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, or human services.
- At least three years of clinical experience, including at least one year in a substance abuse environment.
- Proficiency using personal computers.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Comply with ARS policies and procedures and respond to supervision.
- Maintain an IOP patient caseload; the role may include a minimal number of medication-assisted treatment patients depending on IOP census.
- Assist the Clinical Supervisor in auditing new IOP admission charts for day and evening programs, checking for required assessments, preauthorization, ASAM Level of Care 2.1 screening, and timely status, tag, and program updates.
- Under the Clinical Supervisor’s supervision, oversee IOP Counselors and Counselor Interns to support timely work completion and adherence to program policies and procedures, including review of weekly IOP patient documentation.
- Provide new-hire orientation for IOP Counselors and IOP Counselor Interns under the Clinical Supervisor’s guidance.
- Coordinate with the Clinical Supervisor to support and co-facilitate IOP clinical supervision, documenting assessments of professional competencies, clinical skills, and recommendations through meetings and direct and periodic observation.
- Coordinate and complete peer reviews with IOP counselors.
- Participate in the emergency on-call rotation as needed.
- Assist with intake and inquiry calls.
- Attend required weekly management, clinical, and treatment team meetings to consult on current caseloads.
- Assist with training and supervision of IOP interns.
- Assist in preparing and presenting on-site IOP trainings.
- Maintain proficiency in state licensure standards, CARF standards, 42 CFR, HIPAA standards, and company policies.
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their families
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Company-paid life insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA)
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal and sick days, and paid holidays
- Short-term disability and maternity leave options
- Personal and family medical leave
- Company-provided long-term disability coverage
- Discounted entertainment tickets through Tickets At Work
- Tuition reimbursement
- In-facility training and in-service programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free will and estate preparation services
- Optional legal and identity protection services
- Verizon Wireless discount
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
