What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinician position at Megan's House?
Schedule: Full-time, fixed schedule that includes both first and second shifts based on program and staffing needs. One weekend shift required
Scope of Position:
Provide resident-centered, trauma-informed clinical services to women receiving residential substance use disorder treatment at Megan’s House. Under the supervision of the Clinical Director, complete assessments, provide individual and group counseling, develop and update treatment plans, and collaborate with the treatment team to support residents’ recovery and discharge planning.
Primary Services:
- Provide weekly individual therapy to an assigned caseload of residents.
- Facilitate a weekly therapeutic group as assigned and within the scope of the position.
- Complete accurate and timely biopsychosocial assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and other required clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies and applicable licensing, funding, and payer requirements.
- Maintain complete and current clinical records for assigned residents and participate in quality improvement activities as directed.
- Ensures compliance with the appropriate licensing and quality improvement systems.
- Submit documentation for required clinical review and approval in a timely manner.
- Work with the treatment team in delivery of services.
- Ensure compliance with the appropriate licensing and quality improvement systems.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Complete accurate, timely, objective, and professional documentation, including shift log entries, incident documentation, and other required records.
- Facilitate urine toxicology tests in accordance with program policy.
- Monitor medication administration in accordance with program policy.
- Participate in required individual and group supervision, staff meetings, case reviews, trainings, and professional development activities.
- Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation as necessary and immediately communicate safety concerns to appropriate supervisory or clinical staff.
- Promote and protect residents’ rights, dignity, privacy, and confidentiality and maintain all protected information in accordance with agency policy and applicable laws and regulations.
- Assist in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and overall condition of the residence and provide oversight and direction to residents regarding assigned household responsibilities.
- Maintain clear and effective communication with Recovery Specialists, supervisors, clinical staff, and other members of the treatment team to support continuity of care.
- Maintain current CPR and First Aid certification and complete annual TB screening as required.
- Attend trainings as required and requested by the Program Director.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
(1) a master’s degree in one of the following disciplines or a closely related field: clinical psychology, education-counseling, medicine, psychology, psychiatric nursing, rehabilitative counseling, social work, and who has a minimum of one year of supervised substance use disorder counseling experience; or
(2) a bachelor’s degree in any of the listed disciplines and a minimum of two years of supervised substance use disorder counseling experience; or
(3) a recognized certification or licensure including 4,000 hours of clinically supervised counseling of individuals with substance use disorders including at least 220 documented hours of supervision.
Demonstrated skills in therapeutic engagement, clinical assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based substance use disorder treatment required. Experience working with young adult women and individuals with co-occurring mental health conditions preferred. Services must be provided within the employee’s education, training, credentials, and authorized scope of practice.
About Megan's House:
Megan’s House is a residential substance use disorder treatment program serving young adult women. Our mission is to improve the quality of life of each resident through evidence-based, person-centered treatment that promotes dignity, self-respect, empowerment, and long-term recovery. Our team works collaboratively to provide a supportive, structured, and compassionate environment while recognizing and responding to each resident’s individual needs. We are committed to creating a culture that promotes wellness, personal growth, accountability, and success.
We offer competitive pay, sign-on bonuses, tuition reimbursement, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of women in recovery.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Master's (Preferred)
Experience:
- substance use disorder treatment: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- LADC II (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Lowell, MA 01854 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000