What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substance Abuse Therapist: MAKE A DIFFERENCE position at The Salvation Army Great Lakes Division?
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The Great Lakes Harbor Light System was established in 1939 and is one of the State's largest drug rehabilitation systems, and the first treatment program in Michigan to be accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations in 1975.
Purpose:
Provide substance abuse counseling to clients of The Salvation Army Harbor Light System in accordance with Harbor Light policies and procedures.
Summary:
Apply clinical practices and provide client services to the clients of The Salvation Army Harbor Light
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct individual, group, and educational counseling sessions
- Maintain case records in accordance with Harbor Light standards
- 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
Qualifications:
- Minimum two (2) years of experience working with substance abuse populations
- TB Test and police clearance required
- Authorization to work within The United States
Education/Experience:
- Must possess a Masters degree in Behavioral Science (Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology)
Computer Skills:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications and email system
- Experience using Electronic Medical Records system preferred
- Understand and work within The Salvation Army and Harbor Light Mission Statements
- Possess an excellent working knowledge of The Harbor Light Policies and Procedures
- Must possess approved MCBAP certification (CADC, CAADC, etc), approved Development Plan, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment
- Must possess State of Michigan license (LLMSW, LMSW, LPC, LLPC)