Cleveland mental health and drug and alcohol community based organization that provides treatment services in multiple locations is seeking Social Workers/counselors with experience in providing case management and alcohol and drug counseling to a wide range of individuals with substance abuse and mental health disorders. This individual will provide assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning, and individual and group counseling, in this Medication Assisted Treatment program, while meeting all standards of practice as required by the regulatory bodies.

The individuals (Case Managers) should be familiar with or have a willingness to learn to make diagnostic assessments, prepare treatment planning, and writing counseling notes in a timely manner. Must be willing to provide individual and group counseling and have reliable transportation. Case Managers must have a willingness to visit clients in private homes, when necessary.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The individual will be responsible for screening, assessing clients, treatment planning, conducting education programs, monitoring referrals, and completing care documentation. Ability to multitask and operate in a fast-paced environment is essential. The individual will be responsible for:

• Conducting diagnostic assessments and providing individual and group counseling to a diverse client population
• Creating open lines of communication for individuals with mental health and/or chemical dependency disorders
• Preparing and maintaining a confidential, accurate, organized, and updated case file for each assigned client under appropriate supervision. Adhering to documentation requirements.
• Providing case management, individual and group counseling services to adults. Addressing clinical case disposition assignments including patient transfers, referrals, and discharges. Completing assessments, treatment plans and progress notes for all assigned patients. Participating in or providing clinical information regarding patients at treatment team meetings. Following documentation requirements for Ohio MHAS, and other regulatory bodies. Maintaining knowledge of and compliance with HIPAA, policies, documentation guidelines, and other related regulatory requirements. Meeting with documentation requirements as outlined in program policies and procedures for activities
• Assisting with intake documentation as necessary (e.g., consent for treatment, consents to release information, initial assessment, etc.)
• Ensuring client outcomes are completed.
• Ensuring that all documentation is completed in a timely manner
• Supervising counselors.
• Coordinating with other clinicians.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree with extensive counseling experience.
• Master's degree preferred.
• MUST have a valid Ohio Licensure such as LISW, LSW, LMHC, LPC, LPCC-S, LCPC, LICDC, CDCA.
• Must have at least 3 years or more of Counseling and management experience
• Must have experience in providing treatment to individuals with addictions and mental health illnesses.
• Experience working in a variety of treatment settings including residential or outpatient settings.
• Experience conducting individual, group and case management services. Knowledge of crisis intervention, multicultural and socio-economic issues. Basic advocacy skills. Ability to utilize analysis, experience, and judgment to make sound decisions. Ability to develop trust and rapport with clients and maintain confidentiality
• Familiarity with community support groups and resources.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Must be compassionate.

We offer competitive salary, excellent benefits including health, 401K, and generous holiday package. In addition, we offer training, clinical supervision, and a supportive work environment. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a friendly and professional environment with an experienced team.

If you are interested in being part of our team, please email your resume or fax it for consideration to (216) 417-8676.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Counseling: 3 years (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License:

• LISW, LICDC, LPCC-S (Preferred)
• LSW (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Ability to Relocate:

• Cleveland, OH 44115: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person