Part-Time Mental Health Therapist

Birmingham Recovery Center•Madison, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Clinical Director, Therapists are responsible for providing individual and group therapy to clients with a primary diagnosis of substance use disorder. This particular role will focus primarily on facilitating group therapy sessions.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Addiction Studies or related field.
Licensed or eligible for professional licensure in the State of Alabama
Read, analyze and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents.
Respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, agencies or members of the business community.
Write speeches and articles for publication.
Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.
Apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Knowledge of a variety of therapeutic models and theories; Ability to utilize various theoretical approaches to plan intervention strategies for different patients.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to follow organization policies and adhere to state/ federal regulations for the treatment of individuals with mental health disorders; This includes an understanding and commitment to protection of client rights and confidentiality.
Ability to work professionally with and compassionately with all clients and fellow staff.
Ability to complete assignments, as instructed, in a timely manner.
Ability to seek guidance and ask for help when needed.
Willingness to hear constructive criticism and respond productively.
Certified in First Aid/CPR or able to obtain certification within 30 days of hire (Company will provide it needed)
Valid Driver's License; Independent, reliable transportation
Completion of continuing education courses and trainings as designated by program, state, and federal requirements as well as any education/training requirements of current license and/or certification boards.

Responsibilities

Provide individual therapy, group therapy, and family education and/or counseling as well crisis intervention as needed.
Services shall be provided in accordance with Alabama Department of Mental Health as well as within the scope of practice according to the therapist's credentials & qualifications.
Complete biopsychosocial assessment and other clinical evaluations.
Evaluate the individual and family systems as well as assess client's functioning with work, school, family, interpersonal relationships, self-management and self-care, health, mental health, and routines of daily living to identify areas needing continued support, appropriate support resources, and treatment services to match client needs.
Maintain client records related to screening, intake, treatment, continuing care, progress toward goals and objectives, discharge, and treatment outcomes that are accurate, concise, timely, and useful for coordinating treatment team planning, monitoring, and review.
Work collaboratively with clients to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that addresses priority needs of the patient, desired treatment outcomes, and an agreed upon plan of action and reassessment.
Work as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team.
Coordinate with medical, psychiatric, and clinical staff to determine appropriate treatment approach, identify appropriate/needed referrals and coordinate care to best match services to client treatment needs.
Arrive on-time, for all scheduled shifts and appointments, which may include day, evening, or weekend shifts.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or Clinical Director.