Licensed Therapist Social Worker/Counselor

Acadia Healthcare•Fayetteville, AR

About The Position

Provide treatment and support to assist patients in recovery from substance use, eating disorders, or other behavioral problems. The role includes conducting or co-facilitating group and family sessions under supervision, supporting behavior change, and potentially completing assessments and treatment plans. It also involves timely, clear documentation; crisis intervention; case management; coordination with referral sources and insurance carriers; aftercare planning; and evaluating whether patients need referrals to other programs or facilities. Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude, address complaints, and prioritize patient safety. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience in counseling field instruction, an internship, or a similar practicum through education or certification process required.
Licensure or certification for counseling as required by the state where the facility operates, or eligibility for state licensure or certification within the facility-designated timeframe.
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.
Complete ongoing education and training as required by the state and applicable accrediting body.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a social or health services field preferred.
Experience with substance abuse preferred.
First aid may be required depending on the state or facility.

Responsibilities

Conduct scheduled group and/or family sessions under supervision and complete required documentation.
Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions and assist with modifying problem behaviors.
May conduct initial and follow-up patient assessments.
May prepare an individual treatment plan for each assigned patient.
Complete documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents in a timely, clear, and concise manner.
May serve as a liaison between referral sources and patients.
Provide crisis intervention to patients as needed.
May plan aftercare for assigned patients.
May liaise with insurance carriers as requested.
May provide case management to ensure individualized quality care.
Evaluate patient needs and determine whether referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude; acknowledge and work to resolve unmet patient needs or complaints; prioritize patient safety.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.