Outpatient Clinician
About The Position
United Counseling Service (UCS) is seeking Outpatient Clinicians for full-time and part-time openings. Under the direction of the Director of Outpatient and Substance Use Services, the clinician provides clinical services to clients with mental health and/or substance use needs, including assessment, counseling, clinical case management, consultation, and education for schools, agencies, and the broader community. Services may include individual, family, group, or relationship counseling, coordination with other providers, and referrals. Clinicians assigned substance use work are expected to apply competencies including screening, assessment, engagement, treatment planning, collaboration, referral, motivational interviewing, HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, evidence-based counseling, and professional ethics. The role also includes community consultation and education, liaison work between sponsoring agencies, case management and social support, timely and thorough clinical documentation, accurate schedules and timesheets, and active participation in administrative, coordinative, and clinical team meetings. UCS describes its mission as providing care and support to individuals and families and building a stronger community.
Requirements
- A minimum of a master’s degree in social work, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, psychiatric nursing, or a related human services field.
- Must be licensed in Vermont or eligible for a Vermont OPR license and rostered.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Computer skills including typing and navigating, Windows management, and email usage.
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of one year of experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess and counsel individuals and families with mental health and/or substance use problems through individual, family, group, or relationship counseling.
- Coordinate services with other agencies and providers and facilitate referrals when appropriate.
- Provide specialized assessments or screening services as appropriate to professional concentration and training, such as psychological testing or substance use evaluations.
- When assigned substance use services, apply competencies in screening, assessment, engagement, treatment planning, collaboration, referral, motivational interviewing, HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, evidence-based counseling, and professional ethics.
- Provide mental health and/or substance use consultation to community members, agencies, professionals, and schools as required.
- Provide educational or evaluative consultation based on areas of expertise or interest.
- Provide liaison services between sponsoring agencies to coordinate client services.
- Provide concurrent case management and service coordination as needed, including collateral contacts and social support services.
- Support locating and developing care services, treatment planning sessions, and Bamboo Health follow-up.
- Initiate and maintain timely, thorough client assessments, case service records, progress notes, and other required administrative documentation collaboratively.
- Complete timesheets and maintain accurate, complete schedules.
- Attend and actively participate in necessary coordinative, administrative, and clinical meetings.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Generous paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career development opportunities
- Free clinical supervision towards licensure
- Loan repayment and tuition assistance program
- Award-winning worksite wellness program
- Inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee
- Rewarding experience making a difference in the community
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
