Admissions Counselor - Florida

Groups Recover Together, Inc.; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Groups Recover Together, Inc. is seeking an Admissions Counselor in Florida to lead the treatment team and coordinate member admissions within our outpatient program.

You will work with providers, care navigators, and administrators to ensure effective, affordable care for members managing opioid use disorder. The role requires a clinical background in group therapy within SUD settings, two years of experience, and valid licensure (LCSW/LPC/LMHC) with reciprocity options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum two years of experience leading group therapy in a SUD setting.
• Full licensure: LCSW, LPC, LMHC with ability to obtain reciprocity in other states.
• Minimum two years of experience completing intakes in a SUD setting.
• Access to reliable internet and strong WiFi at remote work location.

Responsibilities

• Lead treatment team decisions alongside providers and care navigators.
• Coordinate admissions and coordinate with care team for each member’s treatment plan.
• Conduct intake assessments to evaluate suitability for program.
• Provide crisis intervention and referrals as needed.
• Document progress in the EMR and ensure clinicians follow processes.
• Participate in required trainings to maintain licensure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Group therapy leadership

SUD knowledge

Clinical decision making

Customer service

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

EMR system

Google Apps

Job description

Overview

Groups Recover Together was founded in 2014 to make treatment for opioid addiction respectful, accessible and affordable. We empower our members to regain control of their lives through a combination of community support, outpatient weekly group therapy and medication to manage withdrawal using buprenorphine and naltrexone.What differentiates Groups is the belief that long-term recovery from opioids is tied to aspects of life that are beyond the reach of traditional medical care. We approach fighting addiction as a team sport and provide each member with a care team that works together to ensure our members receive comprehensive, coordinated care. Our outpatient model is designed to fit into our member’s schedules so they can keep working and living a normal life.

Pay Range

$28.00 - $33.00/hr

Schedule

Monday through Friday 9 am - 5 pm

Responsibilities

At Groups, the Admissions Counselor leads the treatment team, alongside providers, care navigators, and administrators. The Admissions Counselor is the expert on addiction and recovery, and coordinates decisions about the member’s treatment. Meanwhile, providers are asked to focus on what they do best: medication management. By putting seasoned, compassionate Admissions Counselors in the lead, and minimizing bureaucracy at every turn, we’re able to deliver care that is both more affordable and of higher quality than the status quo.As an Admissions Counselor you will manage and further develop your clinical skill set and knowledge of Groups roles responsibilities as it relates to the clinical service model.

Duties & ResponsibilitiesClinical roles and responsibilities

• Unlock great clinical outcomes for our members by adhering to Groups Recovery System and providing consistent, high quality counseling activities.
• Conduct intake assessments to evaluate individuals’ appropriateness for our program.
• Complete clinical assessments as assigned each day
• Provide individual support, as needed, such as crisis intervention, referrals to other resources, liaising with outside parties involved in the member’s treatment and coordinating with the Care Navigators.
• Utilize our custom EMR to document members’ progress in a manner that is efficient and value-added, fully digitized, and never bureaucratic and ensure all clinicians in office follow suit.
• Partner with providers to evaluate appropriateness of treatment for every member who enters our program.
• In charge of all compliance activities associated with member admission requirements and corresponding documentation
• Participate in internal and external training required for upkeep of licensure.
• Responsible for documenting care coordination needs handled by Care Navigator.Participate as representative of the treatment team that discusses difficult members
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Salary : $26.44 - $35.52/ hour *Based on experience, and education

Schedule: Monday - Friday

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• Required full licensure: LCSW, LPC, LMHC with ability and willingness to obtain licensure reciprocity in other states
• Minimum two years of experience leading group therapy in a SUD setting
• High comfort level with technology, including EMR, email, software and mobile apps (e.g., Google Apps)
• Deeply invested in member success
• Authentic, caring and inspiring—and able to maintain appropriate boundaries and accountability
• Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to build positive relationships with people
• Ability to make clinical decisions that are objective, demonstrate sound judgment, and reflect Groups Recovery System and harm reduction philosophy
• Committed to a high ethical standard in everything you do
• A team player and willing to put team above self
• Minimum two years of experience completing intakes in a SUD setting
• Access to reliable internet and telephone services, specifically download speeds over 40 Mbps and upload speeds over 10 Mbps as well as a strong WiFi signal from your remote work location.

Florida Background Screening Requirement

As a condition of employment for positions providing care to vulnerable populations, the selected candidate must undergo a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. In accordance with Florida Law, more information regarding the screening process, requirements, and your right can be found at info.flclearinghouse.com.