Lead Therapist

Clean Recovery Centers•Bradenton, FL

5h•$75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Therapist is responsible for providing specialized individual and group therapies for those clients whose diagnosis includes the presence of an alcohol and/or other drug abuse or dependence diagnosis. He or she is also responsible for conducting Chemical Dependency Evaluations and working closely with other treatment team members to address the client’s alcohol/drug issues. He/she functions under the guidance of their licensure, registration and/or certification and in accordance with the regulations, rules, and requirements of State of Florida and Federal government and accrediting organizations.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a health-related degree or a certification recognized by the state of Florida. Masters degree preferred.
A minimum of 2 years’ experience with chemical dependency and/or dual diagnosed clients, preferably in an out-patient setting.
Licensed, registered and/or actively working towards certification to practice clinical discipline, if applicable.
AHCA – Level 2 Screening/ Eligibility and Medicaid Eligibility
Knowledge of principles and practices of the discipline.
Adheres to: Healthcare Code of Ethics.
Knowledge of Joint Commission Standards.
Federal And State Regulations.
Knowledge of DSM V
Demonstrates Proficiency in Verbal and in Written Communication Skills.
Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding: Client Confidentiality Drug-Free Workplace Workplace Violence Prevention Corporate Integrity & Compliance
Demonstrate Competencies in assessing: Mental Health Trauma – Abuse – Neglect – Exploitation Suicide – Homicide Vitals Signs
Familiar with BTC P&P’s.
Familiar with community resources

Responsibilities

Demonstrates knowledge of chemical dependency and addictions and utilizes knowledge and skills to access and meet the client’s treatment needs and requirements.
Documents on a regular basis within the electronic medical record - client chart.
Facilitates team interaction for discharge planning regarding client chemical dependency issues and needs.
Shares pertinent information with treatment team as obtained from client, client’s family members, or significant others.
Participates as a team member in all treatment team meetings and provides input regarding clients and chemical abuse and dependency treatment needs and requirements.
Discusses with clients relapse warning signs and relapse prevention techniques and strategies and develops plans accordingly.
Documents provided services in progress notes in a clear, concise, timely manner.
Assist the client(s) in developing measurable chemical dependency related discharge goals and objectives.
Provides pertinent client information based on chemical dependency evaluation, and group and individual session interactions, to assist in the client treatment process.
Assists in developing chemical abuse and dependency aspects of treatment plans and treatment plan updates in collaboration with other treatment team members.
Acts as a liaison to community agencies providing chemical dependency and abuse services.
Provides community awareness education and in-services on behalf of the agency.
Knowledge of program policies and procedures.
Shares pertinent information with team as obtained from clients or family throughout program.
Collaborates with the medical staff to provide chemical dependency treatment services.
Attends daily staffing meetings.
Documents client progress/regression according to established policies and procedures
Continues with educational courses and in-services training, per policies and procedures
Maintains up to date competencies.
Updates knowledge of community resources on a continuous basis.
Maintains CPR certification.
Conducts chemical dependency group and individual counseling sessions.
Responds positively to changing situations in the work setting.
Ability to work as a team member, demonstrating maturity under stress and objectivity.
Demonstrates good communication skills.
Performs in a professional manner and role models a positive image of mental health.
Reports abuse of clients’ rights immediately.
Participates in obtaining the client’s informed consent for procedures, treatments, and research, as appropriate.
Knowledge re: Baker Act procedure, and knowledge of team member’s responsibilities in Baker Act situations.
Provides groups as scheduled.
Participates in Performance Improvement monitoring and evaluating activities.
Acts decisively and effectively in managing staff, clients, and other employees during emergency situation.
Performs other capacities as needed.
Recognizes and acknowledges and treats co-occurring issues by helping client to adhere to medication management as well as established protocols for different diagnoses.
Participates in the clinical on-call rotation