Therapist: Pathways OTP- 7312

CHR Career•Putnam, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

PATHWAYS OTP is an accredited Opiate Treatment Program that provides MAT (primarily methadone), individual therapy, group counseling, psycho-educational groups, individualized treatment planning, recovery coaching, and ongoing assessment and referrals. The Therapist will provide assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model, conduct clinical and risk assessments, and collaborate with individuals to create individualized, person-centered treatment plans. The role requires competency in age-related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served, and involves working with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans utilizing natural support. The Therapist will maintain collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers, provide crisis assessment and intervention, and may provide care in various settings. Responsibilities include maintaining client and staff records, providing coverage for team members, participating in supervision and meetings, and potentially transporting clients. The Therapist will also participate in required training and obtain/maintain EBP certification if applicable. In residential programs, therapists prioritize safety and physical presence, participating as full members of the milieu.

Requirements

Master’s Degree or higher in related field.
Experience working with trauma, mental illness and/or serious emotional disorders and/or substance use disorders preferred.
LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A required.
LADC may be substituted for LCSW, LMFT, LPC or Licensed Psychologist in some programs.
Valid Driver’s License for programs where transportation is required.

Nice To Haves

LCSW, LMFT, LPC, Licensed Psychologist preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model.
Conducts clinical and risk assessments.
Collaborates with individuals to create individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
Demonstrates competency in age related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
Works with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans utilizing natural support.
Maintains collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
Provides crisis assessment and intervention to monitor status of clients in crisis.
May provide care in office, home, residential, and/or community-based settings based on program model and setting.
Responsible for maintaining client and staff records according to agency policy.
Provides coverage for team members during periods of absence.
Participates in weekly supervision, consultations, and meetings.
Transports clients using agency vehicles and/or personal vehicles based on program model and setting.
Participates in all required CHR training and obtains and/or maintains certification in an EBP if applicable.
In residential programs, therapists prioritize safety and physical presence, participating as full members of the milieu.
Additional responsibilities as required.

Benefits

health insurance
ample paid time off (including your birthday!)
employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan
competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto!
Tuition reimbursement
professional development programs
exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs
Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more!