Clinician- Outpatient (Spoke)

Howard Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 57,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employer 401(k) contributions

Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short/Long‑T

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Wellness Program

Employee referral program

Job summary

Howard Center's Outpatient Spoke program in Burlington, VT seeks a clinician to provide integrated, person-centered treatment to adults with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health needs. You will deliver individual and group therapy, support clients at various stages of recovery, and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.

Qualified candidates have a Master's degree, valid driver's license, and 2 years of relevant experience; licensure or roster eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Valid driver's license with use of a personal vehicle.
• Two years of relevant professional experience.
• Clinical license or on the roster of Non-licensed and Non-certified Psychotherapists.
• Vermont regulation mandates licensure pursuit for Non-licensed Noncertified Psychotherapists.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy to adults with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders
• Provide evidence-based, trauma-informed, and person-centered interventions
• Support clients receiving MOUD through collaboration with medical and treatment teams
• Complete clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Provide care coordination and collaborate with internal and external providers and community supports
• Support client engagement, recovery, and retention in treatment
• Participate in team meetings, consultation, and clinical supervision

Skills

Trauma-informed

Motivational interviewing

Harm reduction

Recovery-oriented practices

Education

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

Mental Health Services
Burlington, VT 05401, USA

• On-site
• Client Services
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: CLINI001462

Description

An exciting opportunity to join the Outpatient Spoke team. In this position, you will provide integrated, person-centered treatment to adults with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health needs. You will provide a combination of individual and group therapy, supporting clients at various stages of recovery and with a range of clinical and case management needs. The right candidate is trauma-informed, flexible, and comfortable working with clients who may experience complex and persistent challenges. This position requires a collaborative approach and the ability to engage clients using motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and recovery-oriented practices.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group therapy to adults with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders
• Provide evidence-based, trauma-informed, and person-centered interventions
• Support clients receiving medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) through collaboration with medical and treatment team providers
• Complete clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Provide care coordination and collaborate with internal and external providers and community supports
• Support client engagement, recovery, and retention in treatment
• Participate in team meetings, consultation, and clinical supervision

Requirements:

• Master's degree in a related field
• Valid driver's license with use of a personal vehicle
• Two years of relevant professional experience
• Clinical license or on the roster of Non-licensed and Non-certified Psychotherapists

Vermont regulation mandates that individuals who are on the Roster of Nonlicensed Noncertified Psychotherapists, through the Office of Professional Regulation, must be actively working towards professional licensure. This rule does not apply to First Call for Chittenden County.

Structure:

• Full-time
• Exempt
• AFSCME Union (dues will apply)
• Annual salary starting at $57,314.71 (Non-Licensed) $61,269.43 (Licensed)
• We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience
• Generous time off starting at 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more
• Comprehensive Medical Insurance with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible.
• Vision Insurance
• Employer 401(k) contributions
• Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term insurance
• Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral program with financial payment
• Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED
• Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education
• Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!

Our Values: Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence.

Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

LADC

LCMHC

LICSW

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