Drug & Alcohol Outpatient Therapist

Holcomb-Behavioral-Health-Systems; Phoenixville (Chester County); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

FSAs

Paid Time Off

401(k) Match

Recognition Programs

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems in Phoenixville, PA, seeks an Outpatient Therapist to provide diagnostic assessments and individual, family and group psychotherapy to a diverse client base across ages.

The role requires a Master's in a clinical discipline, LPC preferred, and at least one year of experience with justice-involved individuals; clinical supervision leading to licensure is available. You will collaborate with teams and maintain thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a clinical discipline for mental health therapists.
• One year of experience in behavioral health, including justice-involved individuals.
• LPC preferred; supervision leading to licensure available and encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Conduct formal clinical assessments upon admission.
• Provide individual, family, or group psychotherapy as indicated.
• Develop and oversee treatment plans and documentation.
• Collaborate with Drug Court, prisons, and legal professionals.
• Maintain licensure/certification in designated states and complete required clearances.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Individual therapy

Group therapy

Crisis intervention

Education

Master's degree in clinical discipline

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Our vast array of services - educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health - are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve - those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.

Job Description:

In this role, the Outpatient Therapist will provide diagnostic assessments and individual, family and group psychotherapy to our clients. Holcomb serves a diverse population, covering the entire age and diagnostic spectrum.

Location: Phoenixville, PA

Pay Rate: $30+/hour Billable Rate

Job Functions:

• Conduct formal clinical assessments of clients upon admission
• Responsible for working with the Drug Court and prison assessments
• Develop and oversee the implementation of treatment plans
• Provide crisis assessment and stabilization services, as clinically necessary
• Perform substance abuse treatment as defined by the program description
• Conduct individual, family, or group therapy, as clinically indicated, including maintaining a clinically appropriate balance between treatment modalities
• Participate in all required individual and peer supervision, as well as all applicable program staff meetings
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation, including but not limited to progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries
• Provide quality services based on established best practice principles of care
• Maintain professional relationships with clients, payers, and community support service representatives
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with other local providers, client advocacy groups, and client support systems
• Participate in agency committees to develop and implement program/service enhancements
• Maintain professional licensure and/or certification in the designated state(s) of service

Education: Master's degree in a clinical discipline for mental health therapists. All degree(s) must be from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.

Experience: One year of experience in the behavioral health field for mental health therapists. 1 year of ex perience providing therapeutic services to justice-involved individuals, including those currently or formerly incarcerated. Familiarity with court systems and the ability to collaborate effectively with legal professionals and correctional institutions are highly preferred.

Licensure/Certification: LPC Licensed Preferred (LCSW, PsyD a plus). Co-occurring professional certification is strongly encouraged - clinical supervision leading to licensure available.

Clearances: Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, Criminal clearance, and Fingerprint-based federal criminal history; Verification that the employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list.

Note: At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted instead of the requirements specified under Education and Experience

What's in it for you?

Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week):

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!

Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems is accredited by the Joint Commission and provides a comprehensive range of services and supports for people with mental health, substance abuse, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and co-occurring disorders throughout southern and central Pennsylvania, central New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland. Additionally, we provide an array of prevention and educational programs for youth, parents, and adults to encourage healthy choices and lifestyles.

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