Lead Substance Use Disorder Therapist- Intake and Assessment- Fairbanks- North

Community Health Network; Indianapolis, Fairbanks (IN, AK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Substance Use Disorder Therapist to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing exceptional mental health care and support to individuals struggling with addiction and mental health issues. You will lead clinical initiatives, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and develop tailored treatment plans that enhance client functioning in various life domains. With a focus on empathy and communication, this position offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families. Join a community committed to exceptional care and professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a mental health field and relevant licensure required.
• 2+ years of experience in mental health treatment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and clinical leadership for counseling staff.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and conduct comprehensive assessments.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Psychosocial Assessments

Crisis Intervention

Education

Master’s degree in a mental health related field

Tools

NOVA model

CISM model

Job description

Lead Substance Use Disorder Therapist- Intake and Assessment- Fairbanks- North

8102 Clearvista Pkwy
Indianapolis, IN 46256
United States

Shift: Variable

Hours: 5 days, 8 hour shifts or 4 days, 10 hour shifts, some weekends
Monday - Friday 1:00 pm - 9:30 pm or 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
Weekends 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Join Fairbanks
For more than 75 years, the name Fairbanks has been known for the best in evidence-based drug and alcohol addiction treatment. At Community Fairbanks Recovery Center, we offer the full range of scientifically supported treatments from individual one-to-one counseling to long-term residential programs, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), a supportive living program, recovery management, and family support. Named one of Newsweek’s Best Addiction Treatment Centers in the U.S. — and the best treatment center in Indiana — Community Fairbanks is where patients suffering from addiction receive exceptional care.

Make a Difference
The Lead Behavioral Health Therapist is responsible for maintaining effective intra-organizational peer relationships and managing change and problem solving with an emphasis on a common philosophy of care throughout the treatment continuum. Primary duties will include, but are not limited to, direct patient care, clinical leadership and support for counseling staff and performance improvement activities. Facilitates, monitors, and provides comprehensive mental health/chemical dependency case management and therapy services (including but not limited to assessment, individual, family and group therapy, crisis intervention, and treatment planning) to addicted and/or severely mentally ill adults or seriously emotionally disturbed children and their families.

Exceptional Skills and Qualifications
Applicants for this position should be able to collaborate with others in a team setting, have excellent communication skills, and a positive attitude toward problem-solving.

• LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or LCAC in the State of Indiana required.
• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a mental health related field required.
• 2+ years of experience providing mental health treatment required.
• Possess current Indiana Driver’s license with proof of current auto insurance.
• Recognizes and commits to the critical importance of customer satisfaction (both internal and external customers).
• Provides comprehensive psychosocial assessments.
• Trains and assists clients and/or families in the development of activities of daily living, individually or in groups, with a focus on improving client and/or family’s ability to function independently in the community.
• Develops individualized treatment plans with a focus on improving individual and family functioning in the home, school, workplace, or community.
• Identifies needs and provides links through case management to other treatment programs, community resources, services, and entitlements appropriate to client needs.
• Develops and implements effective and efficient treatment discharge plans as is appropriate to client needs.
• Provides transportation of clients in personal vehicle and/or company van.
• Provides psychological first aid in response to a disaster or critical incident, if trained to do so (through use of NOVA or CISM model of intervention).
• Actively involved in service line quality improvement efforts.
• Collaborates with multi-disciplinary treatment team in planning, facilitating, and coordinating treatment especially in the areas of assessment, referral, and discharge planning appropriate to client needs.
• Actively involved in professional development and education.
• Complies with all applicable Behavioral Health Services policies and procedures.

Why Community?
At Community Health Network, we build teams that deliver exceptional care through empathy, communication, and collaboration. We consider ALL an integral part of the exceptional patient experience. We PRIIDE ourselves on not having employees but Caregivers. Join our Community as we make a difference in your community.