MAT Therapist - Henderson OP Clinic

River Valley Behavioral Health; Henderson (KY); In loco; USD 53.000 - 64.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

9 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Descrizione del lavoro

River Valley Behavioral Health in Henderson, KY seeks a MAT Therapist to support patients on opioid use disorder recovery. The role emphasizes individual and group counseling, using evidence-based approaches within a collaborative treatment team.

The position requires a Master’s degree and licensure eligibility in Kentucky, with full-time hours and a strong benefits package. On-site work includes supervision and ongoing professional development.

Competenze

• Master’s degree required in a relevant field.
• Current or eligible for licensure in Kentucky (LCSW/CSW, LMFT/LMFTA, LPCC/LPCA, or equivalent).
• Proven experience with MAT or related substance use recovery programs.
• Knowledge of MAT protocols and evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
• Strong rapport-building and communication with clients.

Mansioni

• Completes and submits clinical documentation within the allotted time frame per standards.
• Ensures billing requirements and timely paperwork; approvals for exceptions when needed.
• Provides psychotherapy services (individual, group, IOP, family, couples) within scope.
• Reviews new case information and plans treatment accordingly.
• Attends required meetings and supervision; collaborates with team.
• Maintains continuing education and meets state licensing requirements.
• Supports a healthy, professional team atmosphere and coordinates referrals as needed.

Conoscenze

Rapport & communication

Clinical documentation

MAT experience

Formazione

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Details: Location: Henderson, KY 42420; Position Type: Full Time; Education Level: Master's degree; Salary Range: $52,624.00 - $63,876.80 per year; Travel Percentage: None; Job Shift: Day.

The MAT Therapist is instrumental in patients' treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. Substance Abuse Therapists provide high quality, compassionate care through individual and group counseling sessions.

Responsibilities

• Completes and submits all necessary clinical documentation (clinical case notes, psychosocial assessments, and/or treatment plans) within the allotted time frame, and in accordance with professional and ethical standards.
• Observes all billing requirements (e.g., length of billable sessions, timeliness of paperwork). Any exceptions must be approved prior by the Clinical Director. Clinical Service Ticket/Notes must be turned in on the same day as the provided service or by the morning of the next business day.
• Observes appropriate protocol regarding scheduling and cancellations.
• Provides clinically appropriate psychotherapy services as dictated by the clinical needs of the client(s), including individual, group, IOP, family and couples' therapies, within the clinicians' level of expertise. Seeks consultation and supervision as needed.
• Reviews all available new case information for each new case assigned.
• Attends and participates in all required meetings including supervision, client treatment teams, Quality Assurance, and/or NMS committees.
• Proficiently communicates with team members.
• Attends weekly clinical supervision (individual and/or group).
• Independently licensed clinicians attend one hour of clinical supervision/consultation per month.
• Non-independently licensed clinicians attend two hours of clinical supervision/consultation per month.
• Maintains all required continuing education for the specific position and meets all licensing requirements by State Boards for their respective discipline.
• Collaborates with co-workers and supports a healthy and professional team atmosphere. Refers for appropriate services within and outside the Agency, as needed.
• Complies with all HIPAA requirements.
• Fosters collaborative working relationships among members of the leadership and management teams and programs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Current or eligible for licensure (LCSW/CSW, LMFT/LMFTA, LPCC/LPCA, or equivalent) in Kentucky.
• Proven experience working with clients in MAT or related substance use recovery programs.
• Knowledge of MAT protocols and evidence‑based therapeutic approaches.
• Strong ability to build rapport and communicate effectively with clients.
• Collaborative approach with healthcare teams.
• Proficiency in clinical documentation and record‑keeping.

Preferred Knowledge

• Understanding of co‑occurring disorders and integrated treatment models.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, long‑term disability, and Telehealth.
• Employer‑paid life insurance and long‑term disability.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 9 paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Career development and growth opportunities.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• State-sponsored pension program or retirement planning.
• Mileage reimbursement for work‑related travel.
• Employee wellness program.
• On‑site employee fitness center.