Addiction Therapist - Per Diem

Rochester Regional Health; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health's Unity Hospital Addiction Services seeks an Addiction Therapist for per diem coverage to provide diagnostic assessments, treatment planning and counseling for clients with chemical dependency, within a clinical team.

The role involves individual and group counseling, care management and discharge planning, plus accurate documentation and timely insurance coordination. Per diem hours vary to meet program needs.

Qualifications

• Must have CASAC-T, CASAC-P, or CASAC, or OASAS QHP license/permit with full certification within 36 months.
• Completion of clinical internship in chemical dependency or 1+ year of relevant work experience (hired on/after 10/05/2023).
• Master's degree not required for CASAC-T, CASAC-P or CASAC OR Master’s Degree in corresponding OASAS QHP license or permit.

Responsibilities

• Provide Substance Use Disorder treatment via individual and group counseling.
• Oversee patient community and care management.
• Care management and discharge planning including housing and continuing care referrals.
• Complete progress summaries and patient documentation timely and compliant with regs.
• Submit insurance authorization requests and appeals.
• Conduct quality audits of patient records and processes.
• Perform initial and ongoing assessments to determine diagnosis and level of care.
• Deliver individual, family and group counseling with culturally sensitive treatment.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and coordinate with other care providers.
• Participate in supervision and education to improve client care.
• Complete medical records documentation timely and comprehensively.
• Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Provide crisis intervention/management as needed.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Case management

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

CASAC-T / CASAC-P / CASAC OR OASAS QHP license

Clinical internship or 1+ year in chemical dependency/mental health

Job description

Status: Per Diem

Department:Addiction Services

Location:Unity Hospital

Hours Per Week:Varies

SUMMARY

The Addiction Therapist provides addiction diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, case management, and individual/group counseling for clients with chemical dependency. In acute and residential settings, the Addiction Therapist is also responsible for oversight and management of the patient community. Treatment is provided in the context of a clinical team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as a primary therapist providing Substance Use Disorder treatment through individual and group counseling.
• Responsible for patient community oversight and management
• Responsible for care management and discharge planning including the submission of housing and continuing care referrals
• Responsible for the timely completion of progress summaries and all patient documentation,
• Responsible for the timely completion and submission of insurance authorization request and denial appeals.
• 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.
• Participates as a contributing member of an interdisciplinary team in coordination and delivery of patient care
• Provides crisis intervention/management and de-escalation as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree not required for CASAC-T, CASAC-P or CASAC ORMaster's 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
• CASAC 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)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates, Bachelors, or Master's Degree in Human service field

EDUCATION

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sedentary - Sedentary roles are primarily office-based and require prolonged sitting (67-100% of the workday) with minimal physical effort and lifting limited to under 10 lbs. Fine motor skills are necessary for computer work, writing, and telephone use, supported by clear visual and auditory ability. Cognitive and emotional demands are high due to extended concentration, frequent interruptions, independent decision-making, and information processing. Although physical exposure is low, administrative areas within healthcare environments may occasionally involve contact with infectious agents. Some roles may require flexible hours, TB screening, or a valid driver's license.

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

$27.25 - $36.50

CITY

Rochester

POSTAL CODE

14626

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.