Odyssey House Louisiana
Overview
Licensed Counselor/Social Worker – Briscoe Lake Charles Program at Odyssey House Louisiana. Full-time role with schedule Monday–Friday 8 am–5 pm and weekends as needed. Compensation range: $23-$30.50/hr plus up to $2,000 supervision reimbursement per year. Join a mission to provide a comprehensive continuum of care in Louisiana, including primary care, behavioral health, and substance use disorder treatment. Competitive benefits available. Odyssey House Louisiana is seeking a full-time Licensed Counselor or Social Worker to provide services for an assigned caseload, offer core and ancillary group therapies weekly, conduct individual counseling, and, when appropriate, family therapy. The Counselor will maintain communication with referral sources, court systems, and other involved human service providers related to treatment and discharge planning. Work within a multidisciplinary team to develop treatment plans, conduct reviews, and prepare all required documentation for agencies, state and federal funders. Responsibilities and Duties
Provide clinical services to assigned clients; conduct weekly group therapies, individual counseling, and/or family therapy as outlined in treatment plans; co-lead group therapies; conduct family assessments/therapy. Function as a liaison to outside agencies; participate in case planning conferences and treatment meetings; attend court hearings when necessary and represent the agency and client(s). Maintain contact with Agency personnel, client’s drug court officer, and family members regarding progress, problems, and crises. Maintain clinical case files including assessments, Individual Treatment Plans, case notes, and discharge summaries. Apply ASAM Criteria to treatment planning; maximize units of services and maintain contract units of service by engaging clients in treatment. Provide crisis management when indicated by client need; assist with planning and organizing therapeutic client activities within and outside the facility. Ensure all written reports are up-to-date in the case file and complete electronic medical record documentation; attend staff and other meetings and in-service trainings. Participate in quarterly training with staff; complete all Incident Reports as required; adhere to Louisiana Department of Health and Agency contract requirements; maintain COA standards and participate in COA site audits. Collaborate with other departments; work with Bayou Health providers for initial and concurrent authorizations; ensure sign-in sheets and billing for groups; perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications And Skills
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent Valid CIT certification Currently enrolled in a Clinical Social Work or Counseling Master’s Degree program At least 1 year of substance use disorder treatment modalities (emphasis on Minnesota Model) and DSM-V experience Excellent communication skills RAC, CAC, PLPC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW, CIT, LAC Preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Social Work or Counseling Compensation and Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits package includes health, dental, vision, life, long-term and short-term disability insurance, leave benefits, and 401k match. Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other Industries: Medical Practices, Hospitals and Health Care, and Veterinary Services
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Licensed Counselor/Social Worker – Briscoe Lake Charles Program at Odyssey House Louisiana. Full-time role with schedule Monday–Friday 8 am–5 pm and weekends as needed. Compensation range: $23-$30.50/hr plus up to $2,000 supervision reimbursement per year. Join a mission to provide a comprehensive continuum of care in Louisiana, including primary care, behavioral health, and substance use disorder treatment. Competitive benefits available. Odyssey House Louisiana is seeking a full-time Licensed Counselor or Social Worker to provide services for an assigned caseload, offer core and ancillary group therapies weekly, conduct individual counseling, and, when appropriate, family therapy. The Counselor will maintain communication with referral sources, court systems, and other involved human service providers related to treatment and discharge planning. Work within a multidisciplinary team to develop treatment plans, conduct reviews, and prepare all required documentation for agencies, state and federal funders. Responsibilities and Duties
Provide clinical services to assigned clients; conduct weekly group therapies, individual counseling, and/or family therapy as outlined in treatment plans; co-lead group therapies; conduct family assessments/therapy. Function as a liaison to outside agencies; participate in case planning conferences and treatment meetings; attend court hearings when necessary and represent the agency and client(s). Maintain contact with Agency personnel, client’s drug court officer, and family members regarding progress, problems, and crises. Maintain clinical case files including assessments, Individual Treatment Plans, case notes, and discharge summaries. Apply ASAM Criteria to treatment planning; maximize units of services and maintain contract units of service by engaging clients in treatment. Provide crisis management when indicated by client need; assist with planning and organizing therapeutic client activities within and outside the facility. Ensure all written reports are up-to-date in the case file and complete electronic medical record documentation; attend staff and other meetings and in-service trainings. Participate in quarterly training with staff; complete all Incident Reports as required; adhere to Louisiana Department of Health and Agency contract requirements; maintain COA standards and participate in COA site audits. Collaborate with other departments; work with Bayou Health providers for initial and concurrent authorizations; ensure sign-in sheets and billing for groups; perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications And Skills
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent Valid CIT certification Currently enrolled in a Clinical Social Work or Counseling Master’s Degree program At least 1 year of substance use disorder treatment modalities (emphasis on Minnesota Model) and DSM-V experience Excellent communication skills RAC, CAC, PLPC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW, CIT, LAC Preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Social Work or Counseling Compensation and Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits package includes health, dental, vision, life, long-term and short-term disability insurance, leave benefits, and 401k match. Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other Industries: Medical Practices, Hospitals and Health Care, and Veterinary Services
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