Clinical Therapist (LPCA, LPCC, CSW, LCSW) **FREE SUPERVISION**

Job description

The Therapist is responsible to act as a support system for individuals admitted to Robert Alexander Center for Recovery. The Therapist is responsible to act as a guide to teach individuals challenged with a substance use or co-occurring problem how to modify their behavior with the intention of attaining long-term sustained sobriety by using evidenced-based therapeutic approaches, interventions and modalities.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

1. EDUCATION:

Graduated from an accredited college or university with a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or health-related field.

2. EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of 2 years of clinical experience working directly with clients having substance related disorders/mental health diagnosis and 2 years of group therapy experience using a variety of treatment modalities preferred.

3. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Licensure to practice clinical discipline in the appropriate state, as applicable, Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor preferred.

**Supervision covered by RAC for those with dependent licensure**

4. KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED AT TIME OF HIRE:

Demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to actively listen

Demonstrate solid relationship-building capabilities

Demonstrate a positive and compassionate attitude

Demonstrate a keen attention to detail and time sensitive paperwork responsibilities

Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize needs

Demonstrate strong skills for de-escalating and managing crisis

Demonstrate a willingness to stay updated on new treatments, protocols, and licensure requirements within the field

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

5. AGE SPECIFIC INDIVIDUALS SERVED/ RESPONSIBILITY:

Adults

SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY TO POSITION

Responsible to conduct weekly individual and family sessions with clients and their families.

Responsible for establishing a positive and trusting relationships with clients and their families.

Responsible for implementing various treatments and protocols to provide guidance and appropriately address client situations.

Responsible to continually assess client situations and provide the proper ongoing treatment interventions.

Responsible to document client progress and maintain concise, timely and adequate notes on all client, family and support network contacts and sessions.

Responsible for developing and implementing individual treatment plans based on information gathered in the assessments.

Responsible for completing substance use assessments using ASAM Patient Placement criteria for admissions, continued stay and discharge.

Responsible for coordinating services and consulting with treating practitioners for all co-occurring disordered clients and treatment plan accordingly.

Responsible to attend and participate in weekly clinical meetings and provide clinical input.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Starting at 70k per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Monday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mount Washington, KY 40047: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person