Medication Assisted Treatment (“MAT”) Clinician

Middlesex Sheriff’s Office•Billerica, MA

2d•$88,118•Onsite

About The Position

Medication Assisted Treatment (“MAT”) Clinician The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office (“MSO”) is seeking a qualified professional for the position of MAT Clinician at the Middlesex Jail & House of Correction located in Billerica, MA. The MAT Clinician will provide treatment and support to assist patients in their recovery from addiction, assists with modifying problem behaviors; maintains standards of counseling practices in accordance with policies and procedures; participates as an interdisciplinary team member to advocate for positive clinical outcomes. This position reports to the Medication Assisted Treatment and Directed Opioid Recovery (“MATADOR”) Program Director and Health Service Administrator. Shifts and days off are subject to change based on operational needs. This is a full-time, non-exempt position covered under a collective bargaining agreement (NEPBA, Local 525).

Requirements

Master’s degree in one of the following disciplines or a closely related field: clinical psychology, education-counseling, medicine, psychology, psychiatric nursing, rehabilitative counseling, social work, and a minimum of one year of supervised substance use disorder counseling experience
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and execute close attention to detail
Strong written, communication, organizational, problem-solving and time-management skills
Ability to maintain comprehensive and cohesive records
Must be a Massachusetts resident
Have an active valid driver’s license and the right to legally operate a motor vehicle in Massachusetts and pass a criminal background check

Nice To Haves

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and one year (1) of clinical experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Working with MATADOR program staff to ensure continuity of care
Conducts individual counseling sessions, under supervision of the MATADOR Program, as scheduled and documents as required
Facilitates treatment groups, under supervision, as scheduled and documents as required
Maintains a patient caseload
Responsible for initial assessments, as well as follow up assessments, for patients in the MATADOR Program
Prepares an individual treatment plan for each assigned patient
May act as a liaison between referral sources and patients
Works with the Case Managers, Navigator Staff and other MSO Department Staff regarding the needs of the patient population
Evaluates patient’s needs and determines if referrals to other programs or facilities is needed
Insures all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents are completed timely and in a clear, concise manner
Complies with MSO organizational policies, procedures and performance improvement initiatives
Responsible for ensuring that medical records for patients are in full compliance with company or clinic policies, federal and state laws and regulations at all times
Performing other work as assigned by the MATADOR Program Director, MATADOR Nurse Manager, Director of Mental Health or Health Service Administrator