Therapist-IOPD

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory

United States, Michigan, Detroit

Nov 08, 2024

Position Summary:

The IOP-D Substance Abuse Therapist is responsible for providing comprehensive counseling services to clients enrolled in the IOP-D program. This role involves conducting individual, group, and educational counseling sessions, maintaining detailed case records, and ensuring effective communication with referral sources. The therapist also participates in the review of clinical issues and program policies, completes discharge documentation, and engages in continuous professional development.

Essential Responsibilities:

Conduct individual, group, and educational counseling sessions for IOP-D clients
Maintain case records in accordance with Harbor Light standards
Follows up to determine reliability and validity of individual client treatment plan established; makes recommendations regarding modification to services and service delivery
Maintain contact with referral sources, (i.e., gatekeeper, parole/probation agents) submitting requests for authorization for treatment as well as required reports
Complete discharge documentation on each client to include aftercare plan, referral and letters to referring agencies
Participates in the review of all clinical issues, activities and program policies and procedures
Distribute/collect treatment satisfaction surveys at beginning of treatment, mid treatment and at discharge
Attends all clinical staff meetings, and team conferences
Participates in educational courses, seminars, workshops, current literature and in-service meetings to enhance treatment skills
Understand and work within The Salvation Army and Harbor Light Mission Statements
Possess an excellent working knowledge of The Harbor Light Policies and Procedures
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
HIPAA - Level 1 access to Clinical Records

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

Must possess a Master's degree in the Behavioral Science (Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Addiction Studies) with significant course work in substance abuse treatment.
Experience working with substance abuse or mental health populations preferred
TB Test and police clearance required
Authorization to work within The United States

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

Proficiency in conducting individual, group, and educational counseling sessions
Ability to develop and implement effective treatment plans
Knowledge of evidence-based practices and therapeutic techniques

Computer Skills:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications and email system
Experience using Electronic Medical Records system preferred

Certificates and Licenses:

Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
Must possess approved MCBAP certification (CADC, CAADC, etc), approved Development Plan, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment
Must possess State of Michigan license (LLMSW, LMSW, LPC, LLPC, TLLP, LLP)

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Average Daily Physical Requirements	Frequency
Work in stationary position	2 to 5 hours
Move about work area	2 to 5 hours
Use hands/fingers to handle or feel	2 to 5 hours
Reach with hands and arms	2 to 5 hours
Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance	Less than 2 hours
Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl	2 to 5 hours
Communicate with others	More than 5 hours
Detect flavors or smells	Less than 2 hours
Move objects up to 25 pounds	2 to 5 hours
Visual acuity	More than 5 hours
Read and understand written word	More than 5 hours
Drive or travel	Less than 2 hours

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Average Daily Environmental Conditions	Frequency
Environment: No exposure to extreme heat, cold, noise, chemicals or hazardous equipment.	More than 5 hours
Medical Environment: Exposure to body fluids, radiation, medical equipment, solvents or chemicals.	More than 5 hours
Noise: Exposure to constant or intermittent extreme sounds.	None
Temperature: Exposure to extreme heat or cold either indoors or outside.	None

In addition:

LEADERSHIP: Ability to motivate and guide others to ensure performance in accordance with clear expectations and goals; providing timely guidance and feedback.

MOTIVATION: Ability to inspire and encourage others to reach a goal; maintaining high level of productivity and self-direction.

TEAMWORK: Effectively interacts with people by being able to share and receive information that supports team goals.

PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Ability to set priorities and allocate resources properly in order to effectively achieve work responsibilities and objectives.