Addiction Therapist

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 61,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health in Rochester, NY is seeking an Addiction Therapist to provide diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, case management, and individual/group counseling for clients with chemical dependency, under supervision of the staff psychiatrist.

Responsibilities include primary therapy for SUD, timely documentation, treatment planning, coordination with an interdisciplinary team, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree not required for CASAC-T, CASAC-P.
• OASAS QHP license or permit required.
• Clinical internship or 1 year of work experience in chemical dependency or mental health.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a primary therapist providing Substance Use Disorder treatment through individual and group counseling.
• Responsible for the timely completion of progress summaries and all patient documentation
• Conducts quality audits of patient records and processes
• Provides initial and ongoing assessment for clients in order to determine diagnosis and appropriate level of care.
• Provides individual, family and group counseling, which engages and motivates clients throughout treatment.
• Develops treatment plans that are individualized and culturally sensitive.
• Communicates with other care providers and referral sources to increase understanding of client problems and assets.
• Participates in professional supervision and education that supports continuous improvement of client care.
• Completes required medical record documentation in a timely and comprehensive manner and in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Meets productivity requirements by utilizing various techniques to engage clients and minimize failed appointments.
• Participates as a contributing member of an interdisciplinary team in coordination and delivery of patient care.

Skills

Substance Use Disorder treatment

Counseling (individual/group)

Assessment

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Associates/Bachelors/Master’s in Human Services

CASAC-T or CASAC-P eligibility

Job description

Sign-On Bonus:The Addiction Therapist provides addiction diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, case management, and individual/group counseling for clients with chemical dependency. Treatment is provided in the context of a clinical team, supervised by the staff psychiatrist.

Job Title: Addiction Therapist

Department

Location:
Schedule

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Summary

The Addiction Therapist provides addiction diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, case management, and individual/group counseling for clients with chemical dependency. Treatment is provided in the context of a clinical team, supervised by the staff psychiatrist.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a primary therapist providing Substance Use Disorder treatment through individual and group counseling.
• Responsible for the timely completion of progress summaries and all patient documentation
• Conducts quality audits of patient records and processes
• Provides initial and ongoing assessment for clients in order to determine diagnosis and appropriate level of care.
• Provides individual, family and group counseling, which engages and motivates clients throughout treatment.
• Develops treatment plans that are individualized and culturally sensitive.
• Communicates with other care providers and referral sources to increase understanding of client problems and assets.
• Participates in professional supervision and education that supports continuous improvement of client care.
• Completes required medical record documentation in a timely and comprehensive manner and in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Meets productivity requirements by utilizing various techniques to engage clients and minimize failed appointments.
• Participates as a contributing member of an interdisciplinary team in coordination and delivery of patient care.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates, Bachelors, or Master’s Degree in Human service field preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

• Masters Degree not required for CASAC-T, CASAC-P or CASAC.

OR

• Masters Degree in corresponding OASAS QHP license or permit.
• If hired on or after 10/05/2023 Completion of a clinical internship in chemical dependency or at least 1 year of work experience in chemical dependency or mental health program.

New Graduates

• Official transcript from accredited school or letter emailed directly from the school’s registrar’s office confirming program completion will be accepted upon graduation.
• Primary source education verification required within 90 days of start date.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• If hired on or after 11/30/2021:
  

Full CASAC (or higher)

OR

CASAC-T or CASAC-P permitted with the condition that full certification is obtained within 36 months

OR

• OASAS QHP (LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, LCAT, LMFT or permit holder in one of these professions required). Limited permit or license required within 1 year of hire.

Education

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

Physical Requirements

S - Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

Pay Range

$61,000.00 - $78,000.00

City

Rochester

Postal Code

14608

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.