Senior Clinician

Veterans • Worcester, MA

2d

About The Position

With the belief that they were there when we needed them, so we must be there now that they need us , Veterans Inc., the largest provider of supportive services to Veterans and their families in New England, is seeking to fill the Senior Clinician for Outpatient Services position and become a valued member of Veterans Inc. team! Veterans Inc. is seeking a Senior Clinician to assist in our expanding continuum of outpatient recovery services in Worcester County. This position is part of a team dedicated to recovery-oriented systems of care, work/life balance with advanced training, clinical supervision and career growth. The Senior Clinician must have extensive experience and competency in mental health and addiction training. Senior C linicians will follow best practices and evidence-based approaches with individual or group sessions. The responsibility is to help patients meet treatment goals. WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAY TO DAY: In charge of the patient's overall experience from administrative enrollment, getting consent, making an assessment, obtaining authorization, scheduling transportation, documenting attendance, progress, discharge/termination, referral needs, next steps, and closing out treatment episodes. Lead groups in Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Establish treatment goals and outline patient responsibilities. Review treatment contracts and educate patients on program rules, expectations, and confidentiality regulations. Assess biopsychosocial problems and match services to the most pressing problems. Having the ability to determine readiness for treatment. Provide feedback about assessment findings and formulate an initial treatment plan and contract. Ability to obtain appropriate consent for medical and psychological diagnoses and treatment, including pharmacotherapy. Demonstrate the ability to foster and engage therapeutic alliances between patients and group members. Perform psychoeducational activities through screening tools and educational handouts. Ability to identify potential sources of social support. Perform random drug testing and provide rapid feedback on results. Perform assessments for other issues requiring intervention, such as resolving acute crises. Responsible for educating patients and family members on addiction, the recovery process, and relapse. Initiate family contacts in counseling and education if appropriate and with the patient's permission. Conduct outpatient individual and group counseling for eligible patients based on leadership guidance. Oversees and completes outpatient billing.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work or related field required.
• LMHC, LCSW, LADC 1 required.
• Two years of supervised substance use disorder counseling experience.
• One-year clinical supervisory experience; and has acted as Senior Clinician for over two years.
• Documented experience working with adults with a dual diagnosis of a mental illness and a substance use disorder.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and writing skills.
• Documented experience working with patients with trauma histories.

Nice To Haves

• LICSW Preferred.
• Experience using electronic medical records is desirable.

Responsibilities

• In charge of the patient's overall experience from administrative enrollment, getting consent, making an assessment, obtaining authorization, scheduling transportation, documenting attendance, progress, discharge/termination, referral needs, next steps, and closing out treatment episodes.
• Lead groups in Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
• Establish treatment goals and outline patient responsibilities.
• Review treatment contracts and educate patients on program rules, expectations, and confidentiality regulations.
• Assess biopsychosocial problems and match services to the most pressing problems.
• Having the ability to determine readiness for treatment.
• Provide feedback about assessment findings and formulate an initial treatment plan and contract.
• Ability to obtain appropriate consent for medical and psychological diagnoses and treatment, including pharmacotherapy.
• Demonstrate the ability to foster and engage therapeutic alliances between patients and group members.
• Perform psychoeducational activities through screening tools and educational handouts.
• Ability to identify potential sources of social support.
• Perform random drug testing and provide rapid feedback on results.
• Perform assessments for other issues requiring intervention, such as resolving acute crises.
• Responsible for educating patients and family members on addiction, the recovery process, and relapse.
• Initiate family contacts in counseling and education if appropriate and with the patient's permission.
• Conduct outpatient individual and group counseling for eligible patients based on leadership guidance.
• Oversees and completes outpatient billing.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package for Full Time employees includes:
• BCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• $2,500 Medical Opt-Out program if you have medical coverage through another source.
• Retirement Plan (403B) with a $2,000 Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Up to $2,000 a year in Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior