Licensed Therapist (LICSW/LMFT/LMHC), Substance Abuse - 40 hours, Days

Hahhh; Webster (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health system is seeking a Licensed Therapist to provide exceptional clinical treatment in a supportive environment. This role involves delivering individual, group, and family therapy to clients dealing with substance use and mental health challenges. You will join a dedicated team focused on providing high-quality care and making a positive impact on the community. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and respect, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a comprehensive continuum of care while maintaining your professional growth. If you are passionate about helping others and thrive in a dynamic setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Signing Bonus

Health Insurance

Flexible Work Options

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience with substance use and mental health disorders.
• Current unrestricted professional license for Massachusetts required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy to clients with substance use disorders.
• Complete documentation in compliance with hospital and insurance requirements.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Diagnostic Ability

Knowledge of MAT

Education

Graduate Program (MA/MSW)

Professional License (LICSW)

Job description

Licensed Therapist (LICSW/LMFT/LMHC), Substance Abuse - 40 hours, Days

Licensed Therapist (LICSW/LMFT/LMHC), Substance Abuse - 40 hours, Days

Apply remote type On-site (100% Onsite) locations Southbridge, MA time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R25103443

Exemption Status: Exempt

Schedule Details: Monday through Friday

Scheduled Hours: 4 X 10hr Days

Shift: 1 - Day Shift, 10 Hours (United States of America)

Hours: 40

Cost Center: 25080 - 4232 Substance Abuse

This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts. We are more than 16,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other.

Provide quality clinical treatment to clients as assigned by the Intake Coordinator and/or the Department Director. Responsibilities include providing individual, group, and family therapy to clients of varied ages and stages in recovery, completing all documentation and paperwork specific to each department and in compliance with hospital requirements, DMH, BSAS, The Joint Commission, and Insurance Providers. Responsible for managing caseload through consultations, collateral contact, and following up with the client on missed appointments. Maintain productivity benchmarks and current level of professional licensure, as well as maintain CAQH credentialing.

$5,000.00 Sign-on Bonus eligible for external new hires to the UMMH system. Rules and restrictions apply – Talent Acquisition will discuss eligibility with candidates.

Harrington’s Continuum of Care: Harrington's Behavioral Health Program is a comprehensive continuum of behavioral health services including programs specializing in adult mental health, addiction and recovery services, school-based services, child and adolescent services, partial hospitalization programs (PHP), intensive outpatient services (IOP), medication management, psychiatric emergency services, and inpatient psychiatry including a co-occurring disorders unit (CDU).

About Addiction and Recovery Services at Harrington:

• Services are available in 3 locations: Southbridge, Webster, and East Brookfield along with services offered at 3 district court locations
• Fast-paced environment
• Rapid assessments are available to offer treatment whenever the patient is ready
• Services include assessments, group treatment, individual and family therapy, treatment planning, toxicology services, DUI programming, and Drug Court
• A wide variety of group treatments are available including: Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient Treatment, Relapse Prevention Group, Recovery Skills, Mindfulness, DBT Skills, Anger Management, and Women’s Recovery Group, to name a few
• Medication evaluation and ongoing medication management is available
• Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) options include but are not limited to, Suboxone, methadone, and Vivitrol
• The treatment team consists of licensed and unlicensed clinicians, psychiatrists, and nurse practitioners
• Offers onsite and telehealth/hybrid options (due to COVID)
• Seamless integration to the Harrington Behavioral Health Continuum of Care
• Provider and self-referral both welcome

General Description: Provide quality dual diagnosis treatment to patients entering into outpatient Recovery Services. Responsibilities include providing individual & group therapy to adults with varied substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders. Responsibilities also include completing initial assessments, counseling, group therapy, case presentations to the treatment team, treatment planning, and aftercare planning. Must be able to work as part of a robust clinical team consisting of licensed and unlicensed therapists, prescribers (MDs and NPs), and clinical support staff. Strong clinical skills such as diagnostic ability, communication skills, and organizational/time management skills are imperative. Knowledge of Medication Assisted Treatments (MAT), such as Suboxone, methadone, and Vivitrol, as well as an understanding of the harm reduction model of addiction treatment is preferred.

• Complete all documentation and paperwork specific to the department and in compliance with hospital requirements, DMH, BSAS, The Joint Commission, and insurance providers.
• Responsible for managing caseload through consultations, collateral contact, and following up with the patient on missed appointments. Maintain current level of professional licensure & maintain CAQH credentialing.

Work Experience Requirements: 2 years of experience working with adults and families with a variety of substance use and mental health disorders in a clinical setting.

Education Requirements: Graduation and training from an accredited graduate program (MA/MSW). Current/active unrestricted professional license for the state of Massachusetts (LICSW) required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.

About Us

Who is a caregiver? It’s not just the person who delivers the care. It’s all the people who make it work … and make it better. Caregivers give everything that helps patients heal, from expertise to extra attention. They give clean, comfortable rooms. Fast, accurate answers. And an easier, less stressful experience. They give warm, reassuring smiles, and helping hands.

We are more than 16,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, our community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.