SOAP Counselor (Part-Time/20 hours)

Gosnold•Centerville, MA

12d

About The Position

Gosnold, Inc. has been a nationally accredited non-profit leader in the prevention, treatment and recovery of mental health and substance use disorders for over 50 years. We offer a full, end-to-end continuum of care offering a wide range of treatment options. Highly regarded for innovation, we offer a comprehensive patient centered continuum of care tailored to fit the needs of each individual. Gosnold welcomes like-minded individuals who are passionate about our mission to support people and families affected by these disorders, and to promote lasting recovery. The SOAP Clinician will assist with the initial evaluation and patient intake interviews and assessments, assess patient’s presenting problems, formulate diagnoses, and make recommendations regarding appropriate treatment. The SOAP Clinician will also provide group and individual services to patients enrolled in the program. This position requires demonstrated knowledge of the disease of addiction and mental illness, twelve-step recovery principles, and other evidence-based practices in addiction and mental health treatment. Schedule: M/W/F 8a-12p plus documentation

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in counseling or related discipline required; master’s degree preferred.
Experience: Five (5) years of supervised counseling experience in the behavioral health field preferred. Working familiarity and/or direct experience in the use of relevant technology (EMRs tele-health, etc.).
Skills: Training in the special population areas necessary for provision of effective counseling and care management.
Ability to interact and relate to persons in early recovery from addiction.

Responsibilities

Assist with developing, implementing, and modifying, as necessary, treatment plans and continuing care plans.
Provide individual, group, family, marital, child and/or adjunctive therapies as needed and within area of expertise and limits of credentials. Conduct case management services and prepare discharge summaries.
Conduct case management services and prepare discharge summaries.
Provide crisis management for patients, including making recommendations to higher levels of care when clinically indicated and in consultation with supervisor.
Interact with referral sources, collaterals, and other external providers to insure coordination of patient services.
Participate in continuing education activities and in-service training programs to remain knowledgeable in area(s) of expertise and to meet credentialing and privileging requirements.
Attend meetings as directed and meet with supervisor to receive supervision and participate in clinical reviews.
Serve as a resource person to Gosnold and the community in areas of expertise, including presenting classes, speaking engagements and agency consultation, as directed by the Program Director.
Document patient records in accordance with Gosnold standards and regulatory and payer requirements, utilizing electronic formats, as required.
Serve as professional mentor to interns, counselors, and visiting students.
Abide by the professional staff code of ethics and maintain a high level of ethical conduct regarding confidentiality, dual-relationships and professional stature.
Perform all other duties as assigned.