Primary Therapist

ABHS•Laurel Springs, NJ

6d•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Victory Bay Recovery Center is seeking a Primary Therapist to provide clinical services to clients struggling with developing coping skills and emotional regulation. The therapist will manage a caseload of at least 14 clients and facilitate 4 weekly groups. Regular weekly meetings with clients and bi-weekly contact with family or support members are expected.

Requirements

Associate licensed therapist required
Current CPR Certification is highly desirable
Narcan Certified is highly desirable
1-3 years’ experience working in a Treatment Facility.
Strong computer skills to meet Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Record software requirements.
Ability to manage conflicting priorities.
Ability to maintain a positive work ethic and a congenial attitude in the face of a high-pressure environment.
Ability to function independently and with flexibility.
Ability to work under pressure, handle multiple tasks and interruptions.
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to read, write, spell in English legibly and without excessive grammatical or communication errors.
Ability to talk and hear both in person and by telephone; ability to speak clearly and effectively using proper grammar before patients, employees, and business partners, among others.

Nice To Haves

Fully licensed, preferred

Responsibilities

Assess the counseling needs of the client.
Assess client for substance abuse and mental health diagnosis using DSM, PHQ-9 and Columbia Scale criteria in determining appropriate level of care based on ASAM and DSM criteria.
Review previous records relevant to the current treatment episode.
Prepare and provide the substance abuse counseling and co-occurring portions of the client treatment plan.
Develop the client discharge/continuum of care plan to ensure movement to the appropriate levels of care.
Document all client records, counseling and education services, assessments, reassessments, referrals, and follow-up in the client’s clinical record.
Provide coordination of support services for the client/family and record the services provided in the client’s clinical record.
Contact and coordinate with referral sources (e.g., legal, school, employer).
Facilitate needed interventions for crisis-oriented issues utilizing a multi-disciplinary team approach for assigned clients.
Facilitate group sessions.
Document: Discharge, Individual Sessions, Weekly Calls, Level of care changes, group sessions, and treatment plans.
Assist and cover other staff when necessary to maintain high productivity and efficiency in the department.
Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned for departmental success.
Demonstrate ability to function effectively as part of a team.
Use outstanding oral and written communication with employees at all levels.
Take constructive feedback and prevent discourse among peers.
Think critically to solve problems.
Accept constructive criticism in an open and non-defensive manner.
Wear business casual attire.