Substance Abuse Therapist

tsainternal; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Salvation Army seeks a licensed therapist to direct client care across Harbor Light programs in Detroit, including group and individual therapy, didactics, and quality improvement based on evidence-based strategies. Responsibilities include screening, intake, counseling, record-keeping, crisis intervention, and interagency collaboration.

Licensure in LP/LLP/TLLP, LPC, LMFT, LMSW/LLMSW/LBSW/LLBSW with certification plans, or MCAP/IC&RC credentials (CADC/CAADC/CCJP-R/CCDP/CCDP-D) is required,

Qualifications

• Must hold licensure in one of the following areas and work within licensure-specified scope: LP/LLP/TLLP, LPC, LLPC, LMFT, LMSW, LLMSW, LBSW, LLBSW with a development plan for certification.
• OR MCAP/IC&RC credentials: CADC, CAADC, CCJP-R, CCDP (Bachelor's level only), CCDP-D (Master's level only).
• Alternative certifications: UMICAD for counselors/therapists; NCC with MAC for Licensed Professional Counselors.

Responsibilities

• Provide screening, assessment, referral and follow-up services for Harbor Light programs.
• Conduct individual, group, and educational counseling sessions.
• Maintain case records and discharge documentation.
• Provide crisis intervention during behavioral/mental health crises.
• Attend clinical staff meetings and contribute to program policies.

Education

Licensure options

Job description

The Therapist is responsible to direct client care including group and individual therapy, educative didactics, and quality improvement activities using evidence-based strategies. This role is also responsible for record keeping, interagency relations and being a member of the clinical team.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide screening, assessment, referral and follow up services for individuals seeking admission to Harbor Light programs
• Complete screening, assessment, referral and follow-up data reporting forms
• Maintain a working knowledge of the American Society of Addiction Medicine manual and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM –IV TR)
• Complete intake process for clients within established time frame as indicated for each program. This includes completion of all required critical documents
• Provide treatment satisfaction surveys at admission and determine accessibility and efficiency of services
• Conduct individual, group, and educational counseling sessions
• Maintain case records in accordance with Harbor Light standards
• Provide crisis intervention or de-escalation to behavioral/mental health crises involving clients
• Follows up to determine reliability and validity of individual client treatment plan established; makes recommendations regarding modification to services and service delivery
• Maintain contact with referral sources, (i.e., gatekeeper, parole/probation agents) submitting requests for authorization for treatment as well as required reports
• Complete discharge documentation on each client to include aftercare plan, referral and letters to referring agencies
• Participates in the review of all clinical issues, activities and program policies and procedures
• Distribute/collect treatment satisfaction surveys at beginning of treatment, mid treatment and at discharge
• Attends all clinical staff meetings, and team conferences
• Participates in educational courses, seminars, workshops, current literature and in-service meetings to enhance treatment skills
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

• Licensure in one of the following areas AND working within licensure-specified scope of practice: Licensed Psychologist (LP), Limited-Licensed Psychologist (LLP), Temporary Limited-Licensed Psychologist (TLLP), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Limited-Licensed Professional Counselor (LLPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Limited-Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LLMFT), Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LMSW), Limited-Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LLMSW), Licensed Bachelor’s Social Worker (LBSW), Limited-Licensed Bachelor’s Social Worker (LLBSW) AND have a registered development plan leading to certification and timely in its implementation OR functioning under a time-limited exception plan approved by the regional PIHP.

OR

• (2) Certification in one of the following Michigan Certification Board of Addiction Professionals (MCBAP) or International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (IC & RC) credentials: Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), Certified Criminal Justice Professional - IC&RC - Reciprocal (CCJP-R), Certified Co-Occurring Disorders Professional – IC&RC (CCDP) – Bachelor's level only, Certified Co-Occurring Disorders Professional Diplomat – IC&RC (CCDP-D) – Master's level only
• (3) one of the following approved alternative certifications:For counselors/therapists: Certification through the Upper Midwest Indian Council on Addiction Disorders (UMICAD)For Licensed Professional Counselors: National Certified Counselor (NCC) with concurrent Master Addictions Counselor (MAC) certification

The Salvation Army offers the following benefits:

• Health Care Benefits which include:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Hearing
• Flexible spending accounts
• AFLAC
• Voluntary life insurance benefits
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Pet Insurance
• Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment.
• Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employment
• The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors. There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions.
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off which includes:
• Sick days begin acquiring the first of the month following 30 days of employment and you may begin to use accrued sick days once available.
• Up to (6) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days.
• Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (90) days of employment.
• The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked.
• You will receive up to 2 personal days per year based on date of hire.
• Birthday off with pay.
• Paid holidays are effective immediately.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.