The Source Treatment Center
Licensed Primary Therapist - Substance Abuse Treatment
The Source Treatment Center, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States, 33334
Job Description
Job Description Salary: Competitive/Based on Exp The Source is a Joint Commission-accredited addiction treatment facility that offers multiple levels of care to help men and women overcome alcohol and drug addiction. Our mission is to provide a family environment where clients get connected to their mind, body, and spirit through support groups, 12-step programs, and society.
We are looking to hire an energetic and motivated substance abuse and dual diagnosis IOP Primary Therapist with a background in addictions preferred. We are looking for a part-time therapist at his time, leading to full-time. Also, we are looking for like-minded people to assist clients in learning how to live a clean and sober life.
Responsibilities include: Manage a caseload of approximately 810 clients: Facilitating individual, group, and family therapy. Utilize knowledge and skills to provide group psychotherapy, meeting the patients treatment needs and requirements. Document in the patients chart on a regular basis and complete patient caseload in timely manner. Facilitate team interaction for discharge planning. Share pertinent information with treatment team as obtained from client, clients family members, or significant others. Participate as a team member in all treatment team meetings and provides input regarding clients needs and requirements. Discuss relapse warning signs and relapse prevention techniques and strategies and develops plans accordingly. Document provided services in progress notes in a clear, concise, timely manner. Assist the client(s) with developing discharge goals and objectives. Provide pertinent client information based on evaluation, and group and individual session interactions, to assist in the patient treatment process. Assist in developing aspects of treatment plans and treatment plan updates in collaboration with other treatment team members. Act as a liaison to community agencies providing psychiatric services. Provides community awareness education and in-services on behalf of the agency. Knowledge of program policies and procedures. Share pertinent information with team as obtained from patients or family throughout the program. Collaborate with the medical staff to provide treatment services. Attend staff meetings. Document client
progress/regression
according to established policies and procedures. Continue with educational courses and in-services training, per policies and procedures. Update knowledge of community resources on a continuous basis. Conduct group and individual counseling sessions. Respond positively to changing situations in the work setting. Work as a team member, demonstrating maturity under stress and objectivity. Demonstrate good communication skills. Perform in a professional manner and role models a positive image of mental health. Report abuse of clients rights immediately. Participate in obtaining the clients' informed consent for procedures, treatments, and research, as appropriate. Knowledge of Baker Act procedure, and of team members responsibilities in Baker Act situations. Participate in Performance Improvement monitoring and evaluating activities. Act decisively and effectively in managing staff, patients, and other employees during emergency situation. Perform other capacities as needed. Qualifications: Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills and character. Ability to work cooperatively with other staff members and clients in a positive manner. Knowledge of evidence-based practices. Understanding of Substance Use Disorders and Co-occurring Disorders. Experience in database management and record keeping. Knowledge of HIPAA, confidentiality and privacy practices. Solution-based thinker and problem solver. Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Knowledge of DCF Guidelines and Joint Commission Accreditation Standards. Must pass a Level II Background Experience: Minimum of one year of experience in Mental Health/Social Work. Minimum of one year of experience in an intensive substance abuse outpatient or inpatient setting is preferred. Education: Master's Degree in related field (Mental Health
Counseling/Psychology/Social
Work) Licensed professional (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT)
Job Description Salary: Competitive/Based on Exp The Source is a Joint Commission-accredited addiction treatment facility that offers multiple levels of care to help men and women overcome alcohol and drug addiction. Our mission is to provide a family environment where clients get connected to their mind, body, and spirit through support groups, 12-step programs, and society.
We are looking to hire an energetic and motivated substance abuse and dual diagnosis IOP Primary Therapist with a background in addictions preferred. We are looking for a part-time therapist at his time, leading to full-time. Also, we are looking for like-minded people to assist clients in learning how to live a clean and sober life.
Responsibilities include: Manage a caseload of approximately 810 clients: Facilitating individual, group, and family therapy. Utilize knowledge and skills to provide group psychotherapy, meeting the patients treatment needs and requirements. Document in the patients chart on a regular basis and complete patient caseload in timely manner. Facilitate team interaction for discharge planning. Share pertinent information with treatment team as obtained from client, clients family members, or significant others. Participate as a team member in all treatment team meetings and provides input regarding clients needs and requirements. Discuss relapse warning signs and relapse prevention techniques and strategies and develops plans accordingly. Document provided services in progress notes in a clear, concise, timely manner. Assist the client(s) with developing discharge goals and objectives. Provide pertinent client information based on evaluation, and group and individual session interactions, to assist in the patient treatment process. Assist in developing aspects of treatment plans and treatment plan updates in collaboration with other treatment team members. Act as a liaison to community agencies providing psychiatric services. Provides community awareness education and in-services on behalf of the agency. Knowledge of program policies and procedures. Share pertinent information with team as obtained from patients or family throughout the program. Collaborate with the medical staff to provide treatment services. Attend staff meetings. Document client
progress/regression
according to established policies and procedures. Continue with educational courses and in-services training, per policies and procedures. Update knowledge of community resources on a continuous basis. Conduct group and individual counseling sessions. Respond positively to changing situations in the work setting. Work as a team member, demonstrating maturity under stress and objectivity. Demonstrate good communication skills. Perform in a professional manner and role models a positive image of mental health. Report abuse of clients rights immediately. Participate in obtaining the clients' informed consent for procedures, treatments, and research, as appropriate. Knowledge of Baker Act procedure, and of team members responsibilities in Baker Act situations. Participate in Performance Improvement monitoring and evaluating activities. Act decisively and effectively in managing staff, patients, and other employees during emergency situation. Perform other capacities as needed. Qualifications: Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills and character. Ability to work cooperatively with other staff members and clients in a positive manner. Knowledge of evidence-based practices. Understanding of Substance Use Disorders and Co-occurring Disorders. Experience in database management and record keeping. Knowledge of HIPAA, confidentiality and privacy practices. Solution-based thinker and problem solver. Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Knowledge of DCF Guidelines and Joint Commission Accreditation Standards. Must pass a Level II Background Experience: Minimum of one year of experience in Mental Health/Social Work. Minimum of one year of experience in an intensive substance abuse outpatient or inpatient setting is preferred. Education: Master's Degree in related field (Mental Health
Counseling/Psychology/Social
Work) Licensed professional (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT)