Clinician (59686)

Recovery Network Of Programs; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Recovery Network of Programs is seeking qualified personnel for First Step (Residential Detoxification) in Bridgeport, CT. The role emphasizes screening, counseling, and coordinating care for adults with substance use disorders within a CARF-accredited program.

The position requires Master’s level education in behavioral sciences and licensure eligibility within two years, with a focus on professional counseling principles and client confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the behavioral sciences and relevant counseling knowledge.
• LCSW/LADC/LPC/LMFT or license eligible within two years of hire date.
• Knowledge of principles and techniques of counseling.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate information pertinent to client care.
• Knowledge of the effects of substance use, homelessness, medical and mental health issues.

Responsibilities

• Conducts screening, intake, orientation, and assessment of clients to obtain information concerning substance use and medical history or other pertinent information.
• Implements therapeutic treatment using counseling, case management, and crisis intervention to help clients overcome substance use disorders.
• Consult with medical professionals concerning treatment plans and amend plans as directed.
• Provide information and education to individuals and groups about substance use and mental health resources.
• Refer clients to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling.
• Assist with direct client care, including safety checks, daily routines, and meals.

Skills

Communication skills

Professional relationships

Counseling knowledge

Education

Master's degree in behavioral sciences

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: First Step - Bridgeport, CT 06610

Education Level: Graduate Degree

Recovery Network of Programs, Inc. (RNP), is a private, non-profit, social service agency that has been serving the Greater Bridgeport Community and Fairfield County area since 1972. RNP is dedicated to helping those living with substance use, mental health disorders, and homelessness. Our mission is to restore hope, health, and well-being for individuals and families in a recovery environment that embraces compassion, dignity, and respect.

First Step (Residential Detoxification Program) This is a highly structured inpatient medically monitored detoxification program, located in Bridgeport, Connecticut. This program offers individual counseling, group therapy, case management, referral services for continuing care, and medical management. First Step is a CARF accredited, DPH licensed 27 bed residential detox unit for individuals aged 18 and over struggling with addiction to alcohol, opiates and/or benzodiazepines.

Hours: As Needed

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Conducts screening, intake, orientation, and assessment of clients to obtain information concerning substance abuse and medical history or other pertinent information.


• Implements therapeutic treatment using approved methods of planning, counseling, case management and crisis intervention to assist clients in overcoming substance abuse disorders and other problems.


• Consult with a medical doctor or other specialists concerning the treatment plan and amend the plan as directed.


• Provides information and education to individuals and groups concerning substance abuse and mental health and available services and resources.


• Refers clients to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling.


• Assists with direct client care, including safety checks, laundry, passing meals, conducting smoke breaks, etc.


• Prepares and maintains records on assigned caseload and issues reports.


• Assumes all other appropriate duties as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Master's degree in the behavioral sciences and two (2) years experience in counseling preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• LCSW/LADC/LPC/LMFT or license eligible within two years of hire date.


• Knowledge of principles and techniques of counseling.


• Ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate information pertinent to the care of clients.


• Knowledge of the physical, psychological, social, and economic effects of substance abuse, homelessness, medical and mental health issues.


• Knowledge of community resources.


• Considerable knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding client confidentiality.


• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships.


• Excellent communication skills.


• Ability to project a professional image.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES

• Incumbents may be required to secure professional certification and/or license. Valid Connecticut driver's license may be required

Recovery Network of Programs, Inc.

2 Trap Falls Rd. Suite 405, Shelton, CT 06484

https://recovery-programs.org/

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.