Bachelor Level Therapist- FULL Time- Day Shift- Brighton

GENERAL SUMMARY

Department: Brighton Center for Recovery- Counseling Detox

Day Shift 8:00am-4:30 pm Monday-Friday with rotating weekends & holidays

Full time Benefit eligible position

Compensation: 19.25 - 21.25/ hour

With the guidance of a fully licensed Master Level Therapist, gather information about patients using case histories, observations and assessments. Develop a treatment plan as well as an aftercare plan best suited for them. Facilitate and lead group and didactic sessions. Manage caseload and documentation.

Responsibilities:

• Using ASAM Patient Placement Criteria for the Treatment of Substance-Related Disorders, Second Edition and DSM-IV-TR, be prepared in team conference to discuss recommendations for the patients next level of care.
• Identify co-existing conditions (such as medical or psychiatric) that indicate the need for additional services within Brighton Hospital or as a referral during aftercare planning.
• Develop initial treatment plans, formulating e-goals using time-specific, measurable and behavioral terms.| Individualize therapy in accordance with culture, gender and lifestyle.
• Complete the bio-psycho-social history. Determine appropriateness for treatment at Brighton Hospital or to recommend a more appropriate placement.
• Review documentation completed by phone intake personnel. Use this as corroborative information for the bio-psycho-social.| Provide overview of program operations to patient. For example, explain the obligation in his/her own treatment process, program goals and objectives, etc.
• Be familiar with all program rules and reinforce when necessary.
• Review the assessment data gathered during the admission process.
• Explain the level of care to the patient in a manner understandable to him/her.
• Obtain corroborative information from secondary sources such as family members, EAP, etc. when necessary.
• Use individual sessions to assist patient in exploring problems and ramifications, attitudes and feelings. Elicit solutions from patient.| Interact with patient in an appropriate therapeutic manner in accordance with agency policy and ethical standards of ones own discipline.
• When necessary, coordinate services for client care. These services can include EAP, aftercare planning, psychiatrist, etc. Explain the rationale for each of these case management activities to the patient.
• Recognize the elements of a client crisis and implement an immediate course of action as appropriate in coordination with other members of the treatment team.
• Conduct educational lectures presenting relevant information to patients regarding chemical dependency and recovery.
• Present patients with information about resources available within Brighton Hospital and in his/her home community (such as self-help support groups, psychiatric help, medical care, etc.).
• Identify areas of patients needs and/or problems that cannot be met while at Brighton Hospital. Match the patient needs to appropriate resources. Assist the patient in utilizing those resources if necessary.
• Prepare relevant reports and relevant records in a timely manner consistent with all policies and procedures and following the guidelines required for reimbursement, licensing accreditation and tracking of clinical treatment.
• If necessary, consult with outside resources to ensure the provision of effective treatment services. Explain the rational for the consultation to the patient.
• In the Halfway House environment, monitors residents in the self-administration of prescribed medications and ensures medications are kept properly secured.
• Provide orientation and/or training to new personnel as requested.
• Maintain a current level of knowledge regarding the field by attending required staff meetings, in-services and reading relevant professional journals.| Conduct reviews of fellow employees performance as requested by leadership.
• Present a professional image and supportive atmosphere.| Communicate with respect and understanding of cultural, gender and lifestyle differences.
• Take initiative and do what it takes to satisfy customers.
• Attend to the needs and expectations of customers by ensuring prompt attention and follow-through.
• Consistently perform job duties accurately and timely (even during peak times).| Utilize materials and resources in a cost-conscious manner.| Seek opportunities for improving processes.
• Move and adapt to key changes quickly.
• Display behavior supportive to organizational change.
• Accept adjustments and direction.
• Collaborate with others inside and outside of the department.
• Keep team members informed.| Assist and support others and willingly take on additional duties.
• Effectively communicate and listen to others.| Invite feedback on own performance.
• Meet commitments and deadlines.| Assist team to achieve outcomes.
• Demonstrate active listening. Maintain body language and tone consistent with verbal message.| Use tact and sensitivity when interacting with internal and external customers.
• Efficiently balance multiple tasks.
• Manage projects and duties effectively.
• Complete work in a timely and organized manner.
• Complete high volume work without compromising quality.
• Produce expected outcomes.
• Comply with all applicable laws, regulations and agency policies governing alcohol and other drug abuse services.
• Obtain appropriately signed consents when soliciting from or providing information to outside sources.
• Act courteously toward patients, visitors, co-workers and others and respond in a timely manner to their needs.
• Demonstrate safe work practices and attitudes, follow safety rules, work to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participate in organizational and departmental safety programs.