What are the responsibilities and job description for the Addictionologist position at The Purpose House?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Addictionologist to join our dynamic Intensive Outpatient team. In this vital role, you will provide expert clinical care to individuals struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions. Your expertise will guide patients through recovery journeys, utilizing evidence-based therapies and comprehensive assessments. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized treatment plans, ensuring each patient receives the highest standard of care in a supportive environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those seeking recovery and resilience.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, including diagnostic evaluations and behavioral health screenings, utilizing ICD-9, ICD-10, and ICD coding systems.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans incorporating psychotherapy, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and behavioral therapy techniques.
- Provide individual, group, and family counseling sessions focused on addiction medicine, mental health counseling, and trauma recovery such as PTSD care.
- Manage crisis situations effectively through crisis intervention strategies and crisis management protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Document all patient interactions accurately in medical records following HIPAA regulations and medical documentation standards.
- Coordinate with case management teams to facilitate intake processes, discharge planning, and ongoing support services in home and community care settings.
- Stay current with research developments in behavioral health, applied behavior analysis, and diagnostic evaluation methods to enhance treatment efficacy.
Qualifications
- Licensed or certified as an Addictionologist or equivalent clinical credential in behavioral health or social work.
- Proven experience in psychotherapy, child & family counseling, crisis intervention, and hospital or community care environments.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, medical records management, CPT coding, ICD coding (ICD-9/10), and data collection methods.
- Expertise in addiction counseling, behavioral health treatment modalities, and mental health diagnostics including PTSD care.
- Skilled in case management, patient assessment, behavior management techniques, and group therapy facilitation.
- Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism while adhering to HIPAA compliance standards.
- Excellent communication skills with a passion for patient-centered care and continuous learning in behavioral health practices. Join us to be part of a passionate team committed to transforming lives through innovative addiction medicine and mental health support!
Work Location: In person