What are the responsibilities and job description for the SAIOP Therapist position at Coastal Horizons Center?
At Coastal Horizons, our mission is to provide a continuum of professional services to promote healthier lives, stronger families, and safer communities. We are currently seeking a motivated and passionate SAIOP Therapist to join our dynamic team. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a difference, we invite you to explore the exciting positions available with us.
JOB TITLE: SAIOP Therapist
LOCATION: Whiteville-Columbus County
SCHEDULE: Full-Time, Monday to Friday; 8am-5pm
REQUIRED EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduation from a four-year college or university in human services or related field and 1-2 years of progressive substance use counseling experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Graduation from a Master degree program in social work, counseling, or clinical or substance use treatment psychology
- LCAS through NCSAPPB required; and/or LCSW, LCSW-A/LPA/LCMHC-A, LCHMC, CADC and CADC-I
POSITION HIGHTLIGHTS:
- Provides independent diagnostic, psycho-social and professional counseling for adult clients with complicated substance use, mental health and co-occurring disorders- with an appropriate level of supervision.
- Provides Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP) services 5 days a week.
- Provides independent diagnostic and psycho-social evaluations and counseling which focus on complicated substance use as well as the issues generated from its impact on daily living and individual and family relationships.
- Facilitating an SAIOP group to focus on relapse prevention skills, family issues, support needs, emotion regulation skills, mental health education, life skills, and interpersonal effectiveness skills.
- Provides case management and community support to SAIOP clients to arrange, link, or integrate multiple services for SAIOP as well as assessment and reassessment of the client’s need for services.
- Conduct an in-depth clinical interview to determine psycho-social and substance use history, formulate a psycho-social assessment and initial treatment plan; provide in-depth counseling which can range from crisis intervention to dealing with personality disorders which are associated with their substance use behavior, and follow-up.
- The counseling methods are best characterized as individual and group utilizing motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral therapy, family, and supportive modalities. It is individualized depending on the needs of the clients.
- Work with community partners to ensure individuals are engaging in the recommended treatment and utilize ASAM to recommend clients to appropriate level of care.
SALARY & BENEFITS:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Educational loan repayment programs & Career growth
- Retirement savings plan/401K
- Paid time off programs, rollover hours, 14 paid holidays
- Employee engagement activities, resource groups, and diversity events
REQUEST FOR ACCOMIDATIONS:
If you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at jobs@coastalhorizons.org.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
EEO STATEMENT
Coastal Horizons is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off