Clinical Therapist

Isaiah House Community Health Center; Kentucky; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community health center in Kentucky is seeking a dedicated Clinical Therapist to provide essential counseling services for individuals facing substance use disorders. With a competitive compensation package that includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus and in-house training programs, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients. You will be responsible for maintaining a client caseload and providing tailored therapeutic interventions in a supportive environment focused on recovery.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Basic life insurance at NO COST

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Weekly payday

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in mental health, counseling, or psychology.
• Current valid and unrestricted license in Kentucky (LPCC, LCSW, etc.).
• Experience with addiction in residential or intensive outpatient settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling services for individuals with substance use disorders.
• Conduct clinical assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Ensure adherence to HIPAA and documentation requirements.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Conflict resolution

Knowledge of recovery

Therapeutic interventions

Education

Master’s degree in mental health or equivalent

Job description

Description

Isaiah House is looking for a dedicated and driven person to take on the role of Clinical Therapist at our center in Lexington, KY.

Currently offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus! We also offer in-house programming for CEUs.

Isaiah House is STAR LRP-approved facility! The Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP) gives behavioral health providers up to $250,000 to repay school loans in exchange for working full-time for six years at an approved site.

Isaiah House is a faith-based, nonprofit with a competitive edge, delivering one of the most effective substance use disorder treatment facilities in the state of KY.

Employees receive benefits that include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life insurance at NO COST to you
• 401(k) matching
• Paid holidays
• Weekly payday
• The joy and satisfaction of working for a company with a higher purpose!

Apply now to join our team and make a difference in the lives of others.

This is a clinical position at Isaiah House Treatment Center and is responsible for providing counseling services for individuals diagnosed with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health diagnosis. This position maintains a client caseload, following established treatment guidelines and agency policies and procedures. This position provides therapeutic interventions utilizing a variety of treatment modalities, with emphasis on substance use issues, individually matched to the needs of each client served. This position will report to the Clinical Director.

JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS:

• Complete clinical assessments, treatment planning, consultation, and appropriate referrals according to the individual’s professional discipline and education. Services shall be provided in accordance with the established Kentucky mental health and substance abuse standards as well as within the scope of practice of the individual.
• In conjunction with Clinical Supervisor ensure adherence to the required HIPAA and documentation requirements as identified by county, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Conduct psychosocial evaluations and provide therapeutic interventions including crisis counseling to individuals, groups and families as needed to facilitate.
• Maintain personal professional liability insurance.
• Attend trainings for all clinical and program staff on Mental Health and AODE and other clinical topics relevant to services provided by Isaiah House Inc.
• Participate with team case conference meetings on a weekly basis to ensure coordinated implementation of treatment plans and service utilization such that the comprehensive care of clients reflects the philosophy and objectives of Isaiah House Inc.
• Create safety plans, and assess client risk level through utilization of clinical screeners.
• Perform a semiannual self-evaluation.
• Participate in program graduations and community addiction events as needed.
• Perform other associated clinical duties as assigned.
• Be well versed in all company policies, procedures, and rules.
• Knowledge of recovery, mental health and other co-occurring disorders and experience in working with addiction in a residential and / or intensive outpatient milieu.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in mental health, counseling, psychology, behavioral science, or equivalent field of study.
• Must possess a current valid and unrestricted license or associate license in the state of Kentucky: Acceptable licenses are: LPCC, LCSW, LPCA, LPCC, CADC, CSW and LCADC.
• Prefer to have one or more years’ experience with license.
• Prefer knowledge of recovery, mental health and other co-occurring disorders and experience in working with addiction in a residential and / or intensive outpatient milieu.
• Prefer experience working with various funding streams and ability to collaborate with our billing department.
• Prefer experience in crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills.
• Must possess the ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Must possess a valid Kentucky driver’s license.
• Experience with medication-assisted treatment preferred.
• Compensation will reflect an applicant’s experience, licensure, and ability to supervise.