Lead IOP Counselor - Lancaster

ARS Treatment Centers; Chestnut View (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401k with company match

PTO – Vacation, Personal, Sick Days &

Paid Holidays

Short-term Disability

Job summary

ARS Treatment Centers is seeking a Lead IOP Counselor to support the Clinical Supervisor and Executive Director in delivering high-quality outpatient IOP services. This senior role involves serving as a working role model for counselors, ensuring compliance with policies and standards, and guiding clinical and administrative activities for the IOP program.

You will oversee caseloads, mentor counselors, and participate in supervision, trainings, and program evaluations to maintain excellence in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling or human services; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of three years clinical experience, one in a substance abuse environment.
• Proficient in the use of personal computers and basic software tools.
• Familiarity with State Licensure Standards, CARF Standards, 42 CFR and HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Maintains IOP patients on caseload and may handle MAT patients as census allows.
• Audits new IOP admission charts to ensure bio-psychosocial assessments, preauthorizations and ASAM LOC 2.1 documentation.
• Oversees other IOP counselors and interns to ensure timely completion of work and adherence to policies.
• Provides new hire orientation and ongoing supervision for IOP staff.
• Leads peer reviews and participates in weekly meetings and on-call rotations.

Skills

Caseload management

Counselor supervision

ASAM LOC 2.1 knowledge

Documentation proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in psychology, counseling or human services

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

Schedule: Monday-Friday 5am-1pm, alternating Saturday 7am-9am (some flexibility around groups)ARS Treatment Centers specialize in outpatient treatment of those addicted to opiates. Our clinic is one of ten locations in the mid-Atlantic region that provides specialized outpatient services through medication-assisted treatment.Respect, Empowerment, Professionalism, and Excellence are operationalized at all levels of the organization. We welcome input and ideas from patients and staff at all levels and incorporate them into our daily activities, interactions and strategic plan. We are currently seeking a Lead IOP Counselor to join our team!ARS rewards it’s employees for their hard work and dedication to providing the best care possible, with a wide-range of benefits and perks to show we care.BENEFITS AND PERKS WE OFFER:BenefitsCompetitive WagesOpportunities for Career Advancement and Personal GrowthAffordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits for You & Your Family401k Retirement With Company MatchCompany Paid Life InsuranceFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA)Paid Time Off - Vacation, Personal, Sick Days & Paid HolidaysShort-term Disability and Maternity Leave Options, Personal and Family Medical LeaveCompany provided Life and Long Term Disability CoverageAnd More!Employee Perks ProgramTickets At Work for Discounted Entertainment Tickets!Tuition ReimbursementIn Facility Training/Inservice ProgramsEmployee Assistance ProgramFree Will/Estate Preparation ServicesOptional Legal & Identity Protection ServicesVerizon Wireless DiscountPosition DescriptionThe Lead IOP Counselor is responsible for assisting the Clinical Supervisor and Executive Director in ensuring the clinical and administrative services are provided for IOP patients and their families. This is a senior position requiring the individual to serve as a working role model for other counselors. The Lead IOP Counselor will adhere to the vision and mission of the Company.Duties and ResponsibilitiesComplies with all ARS policies and procedures and responds to supervision.Maintains IOP patients on caseload. May have minimal MAT patients depending on IOP census.Assists Clinical Supervisor in auditing new IOP admission charts for both Day and evening programs as applicable, ensuring incoming patients have a complete bio psychosocial assessment, a preauthorization, ASAM LOC 2.1 Screening, and updated status, tag and program according to the timeline in the ARS policy manual.Complies with State/Federal or Certification/Licensure training requirements.Under the supervision of the clinical supervisor, oversees other IOP Counselors and Counselor Interns to assure timely completion of work and adherence to program policies and procedures, which includes reviewing their weekly patient documentation for IOP.Under the guidance of the clinical supervisor, provides new hire orientation for IOP Counselors and IOP Counselor Interns.In coordination with the Clinical Supervisor, supports and co-facilitates weekly or monthly clinical supervision for the IOP program through documentation of assessment of professional competencies, clinical skills and recommendations through weekly meetings and direct and periodic observation.Coordinates and Completes peer reviews with all IOP counselors.Participates in emergency on-call rotation as needed.Assists with handling intake and inquiry calls.Attend required managers, clinical and treatment team meetings on a weekly basis to allow consultations of current caseload.Assist in training and supervision of IOP interns.Assist in the preparation and presentation of on-site trainings related to IOP.Be proficient with State Licensure Standards, CARF Standards, 42 CFR and HIPAA standards and Company policies.Bachelor's Degree in psychology, counseling or human services (Master’s Degree preferred)Minimum of three years clinical experience, one of which was in a substance abuse environment.Proficient in the use of personal computers