Outpatient Therapist - PRN

Gateway Rehabilitation Center•New Kensington, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Gateway Rehab Center is hiring a PRN Outpatient Therapist at its New Kensington, Pennsylvania location. The therapist provides evidence-based, trauma-informed care to individuals affected by addiction in an outpatient treatment setting. Through individual, group, and family counseling, the therapist helps patients develop coping skills, address barriers to recovery, and work toward lasting change and wellness. The role is part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary treatment team and supports patients and families throughout the recovery process.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and one year of experience in a health and human services field.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Understanding of the psychological, physiological, and social aspects of addiction.
Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments and identify substance use and co-occurring disorders.
Experience facilitating individual and group counseling sessions.
Strong critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills.
Ability to manage stress and maintain professionalism in challenging situations.
Commitment to patient confidentiality and ethical practice.
Pass a Pennsylvania criminal background check.
Obtain Pennsylvania Child Abuse and FBI fingerprinting clearances.
Pass a drug screen.
Complete a two-step TB test.
Obtain CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Utilize and promote trauma-informed treatment through evidence-based practices.
Participate in developing patient treatment plans and outcomes in collaboration with the treatment team.
Provide individual, group, and family therapy based on patient needs.
Conduct ongoing assessments of patient progress and revise treatment plans as appropriate.
Complete clinical documentation accurately and within required timeframes.
Establish and maintain relationships with referral sources associated with assigned caseloads.
Coordinate continuing care planning and make appropriate referrals.
Monitor and complete insurance authorizations for assigned patients.
Provide referrals for additional care and support services as needed.
Maintain expected productivity standards.
Participate in regular supervision and seek additional clinical guidance when appropriate.
Adhere to HIPAA requirements and confidentiality standards.
Comply with OMHSAS, DPW, and DDAP regulations and requirements.
Complete required orientation, annual trainings, and attendance documentation.
Provide coverage for other programs as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.