Outpatient Therapist - Substance Use

RIVER VALLEY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH•Owensboro, KY

5d•$54,080 - $71,760

About The Position

The Outpatient Therapist will serve individuals, couples, families, and/or groups dealing with various substance use and/or behavioral health challenges. The Outpatient Therapist position involves conducting assessments, treatment planning, and delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions in an outpatient setting. The Outpatient Therapist will collaborate with other mental health professionals and community resources to provide comprehensive care.

Requirements

Master’s degree in human services or health-related field (including, but not limited to counseling, social work, psychology, etc.)
Certification or licensure as required by the Kentucky state board of the appropriate discipline to provide clinical services (i.e., CADC,CSW, LPCA, LPA, LPCC, LCSW, LPP, PsyD, PhD, LCADC, LMFT, etc.)
Any candidate who can meet state requirements to provide clinical services within their field will be considered.
Demonstrated ability to work well in collaborative environments and group settings
Effective interpersonal skills with a focus on teamwork and cooperation
Strong therapeutic skills, including familiarity with a range of therapeutic modalities
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides individual, couples, and/or family therapy and other therapeutic interventions as appropriate to meet expectations of contracts, company policies and procedures, service modalities(s), and best practice expectations.
Demonstrates the ability to develop clinically appropriate individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients, setting measurable goals and appropriate interventions, and ensures plans are updated regularly based on the client’s progress.
Maintains confidentiality, integrity, and security of protected health information (PHI) in compliance with all applicable agency, state, and federal laws applicable to privacy and security policies and procedures.
Provides culturally appropriate services that are person-centered and culturally relevant to diverse populations.
Demonstrates the ability to seek out consultation and supervision when appropriate based on situation, complexity, and potential risk factors.
Provides clinically appropriate interventions to crises including risk and level of care assessment, referrals, and crisis safety planning.
Completes and maintains accurate, timely, and confidential records, including progress notes, treatment plans, assessments, and discharge summaries per agency and regulatory standards.
Documents all services provided in a manner that is person-centered and meets quality improvement goals.
Engages in ongoing professional development through training, workshops, and conferences.
Stays current on best practices, new research, and developments in the field of behavioral health treatment.
Attends and participates in required meetings and agency training
In collaboration with Supervisor, develops a set schedule of work hours and corresponding caseload size. Changes to schedule made in collaboration with supervisor based on clinician availability and agency need.
Completes other administrative support duties and special projects as developed and assigned.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience
Free training/CEUs available
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental, vision, long-term disability, and Teledoc
Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability
Paid vacation and sick leave
Holiday pay
State Sponsored Pension and Retirement planning
Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving
Tuition reimbursement program
Career development and growth opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Employment Referral Program