Therapist I (Outpatient Substance Use Disorders)

Catholic Charities West Michigan•Muskegon, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to be responsible for direct provision of therapy, counseling and educational services within the scope of their licensure or certification within the Behavioral Health program. This position provides therapeutic services to individuals, couples, families, and groups and represents the Agency in the field. (Outpatient Substance Use Treatment Disorders) (Serving Muskegon)

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling from an accredited college or university.
State of Michigan certifications or licensure as specified per program.
Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals and Certified Advance Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certificate of MCBAP CAADC Development Plan required if providing Substance Use Disorder Services.
Ability to engage clients in treatment
Ability to refer to community resources.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to make appropriate assessments and recommendations.
Ability to address issues with a diverse client population.
Ability to abide by NASW code of Ethics.
Knowledge of direct counseling, therapeutic services and child welfare programs.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of three years experience in therapy or related experience is strongly preferred.
Certification as a Sex Offender Treatment Specialist with the Forensic Training Institute is preferred.
Bi-lingual; Spanish-Speaking individual is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides counseling, psycho-educational services, screenings and/or psychotherapy and diagnostic assessments per licensure capacity.
Coordinates client services.
Maintains client records.
Participates in mental health and substance use Disorders development activities.
Drives for Agency business.