Primary Therapist

Paycom; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

LADC Supervision offered

Life insurance

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Engage Wellness seeks a Clinical Therapist to provide evidence-based therapy for clients with dual diagnosis and substance use disorders at our St. Louis, MO outpatient program.

The role involves psychosocial assessments, integrated summaries, and developing treatment plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include group and individual therapy, family involvement, documentation, and crisis management, with a emphasis on measurable goals and patient progress within

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Licensure in LADC I/II, CADC I/II, LSW, or LMHC required.

Responsibilities

• Review assessments and develop an integrated summary for treatment planning.
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Lead/co-facilitate group therapy sessions with a focus on collaborative care.
• Maintain clinical records in accordance with licensing and program policies.
• Provide individual counseling and family therapy as scheduled.
• Coordinate with treatment team and referral sources to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Group therapy facilitation

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Crisis intervention

Documentation in medical records

Client counseling

Education

Bachelor's degree

LADC I/II, CADC I/II, LSW, or LMHC licensure

Job description

Engage Wellness is an outpatient (PHP, IOP) treatment center located in St. Louis, MO. We are seeking compassionate and hard-working individuals who want to join a family-like team who are passionate about helping individuals recover from drugs and alcohol.Looking to hire a Clinical Therapist with a specialty in Dual Diagnosis, Substance Use Disorder, Psychiatric Disorders, and/ or Mental Health.Please feel free to check out our website https://engagewellnessnow.com/Education and Licensure:Bachelors (required)LADC I, LADC II, CADC I, CADC II, LSW, or LMHC (required)SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY TO POSITION:1. Review assessments from referring facilities and note problems/issues that require further attention2. Contact referral source and other key individuals to gather additional information as necessary and maintain contact with referral source and other key individuals throughout patients treatment3. Gather comprehensive diagnostic information through psychosocial assessment interview then develop an IntegratedSummary, bringing together information from all assessments to identify problem areas that may affect treatment and/or need to be addressed in treatment planning4. Develop a comprehensive problem list that reflects patients individual issues as described in assessments and theIntegrated Summary and present the psychosocial and diagnostic information to treatment team in a clear, concise manner5. During first session with patient, review initial treatment plan, including case management issues and be sure that patient and staff assignments and responsibilities are understood and in progress6. Formulate a comprehensive treatment plan with patient that effectively addresses patient issues has clearly stated treatment goals and objectives that are measurable and can be completed within established time frames7. Participate effectively in multidisciplinary treatment plan reviews, demonstrating adequate preparation and understanding of patient issues, progress, strengths and weaknesses, areas of resistance, positive and negative strategies, and use good clinical judgment in moving patient through treatment levels.8. Develop interventions that will accomplish goals and objectives and state the planned frequency of interventions9. Maintain clinical records according to program policies and those of licensing and accrediting agencies, document the patients progress accurately as it relates to treatment goals and objectives, ensure that documentation is timely, consistent, clear and articulate and keep clinical records secure at all times10. Continue treatment planning process throughout patients stay in treatment, opening new problems and developing or revising treatment plans as necessary11. Lead and co-facilitate group therapy sessions in a manner that creates an atmosphere in which self- disclosure is facilitated, helps patients gain group process skills, and helps patients gain insight into problems and utilizes experiential techniques effectively12. Complete activity and group plans for the Clinical Director including supplies utilized and/or needed13. Conduct educational groups (lectures/videos/discussions) effectively14. Address problem behaviors, confront counter-productive behavior appropriately in a manner that elicits respect and bonds with the patient while still enforcing program rules and regulations in a firm but fair manner15. Assist patients to understand treatment goals and give her a clear picture of where she stands with regard to progress toward recovery as seen by the therapist and the multidisciplinary treatment team16. Adapt to different types of patients17. Maintain healthy boundaries18. Understand and apply the programs clinical philosophy19. Demonstrate good strategic and problem-solving skills20. Track patients clinical problems in group21. Provide individual counseling to patients at least one (1) time per week22. Maintain regular contact and open communication with families, assist families in identifying the problems and issues, conduct at least one (1) weekly family therapy session and assist families in finding resources to help themselves23. Be effective in finding and linking patient with internal and external resources as needed to meet patient needs24. Assist patient in managing outside stressors (legal, financial, vocational, etc.) according to the best interests of the patients progress in recovery25. Prepare patient to maintain recovery post-discharge and help develop a discharge plan that meets patient needs for ongoing support26. Accept and utilize supervision and address problems noted by supervisor27. Communicate with supervisor and keep supervisor informed of significant patient developments28. Participate in Quality Improvement activities and contribute to the welfare of the organization29. Pursue professional development through participation in education and training programs30. Have good work habits: get things done in a timely, efficient manner, adhere to time schedules, maintain good communication, demonstrate willingness to accept responsibility and function well as a team member and contribute positively to the morale of staff.31. Actively participates in Interdisciplinary Treatment Plan meetings.32. Shares pertinent information with team as obtained from clients family, or others as indicated throughout program.33. Attends daily and weekly staffing meetings per schedule.34. Evaluates the impact of therapeutic interventions upon the therapeutic milieu.35. Facilitates group therapy.36. Performs individual therapy with client/family.37. Documents the assessment of client progress/regress and interventions provided in the medical record, on an ongoing basis.38. Recognizes, responds to and assists in psychiatric crisis situations and provide the intervention necessary.39. Responds and assists in medical emergency situations as directed and needed.40. Communicates effectively with client, staff and physician.41. Provides clients with education and instruction on Advance Directives.42. Attends and participates in monthly Program Staff meeting as scheduled by Director.43. Adheres to facility policies and procedures, DFCS Rules and Regulations and JC standards.44. Performs other duties assigned.Job Type: Full-timeWork Location: In personAbility to commute/relocate: St. Louis, MOReliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Schedule: 8-hour shift, Day shift, Evening shiftPeople with a criminal record are encouraged to applyBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insurancePaid time offTuition reimbursementVision insuranceLADC Supervision offeredCompensation: Compensation is dependent on experience with credential.Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceTuition reimbursementVision insurance