Senior Clinician

Senior Clinician

Mental Health Support Services

Hiring Range: $69,315 - $93,574

Deadline: 11:59 p.m. November 17, 2024

Who We Are:
The Adult Substance Use Services team is seeking a qualified and experienced therapist to join our American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Level 1 Outpatient program. Our team is full of passionate and compassionate treatment professionals who care deeply about providing a non-judgmental space for individuals and families impacted by substance use.
 
Minimum Education and Experience:
Master's degree in Human Services; three years of experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
 
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Considerable knowledge and understanding of fundamental concepts of normal and abnormal human behavior, personality development, family and group dynamics; considerable knowledge of and an ability to apply a variety of psychotherapeutic treatment techniques/modalities; adherence to basic ethics appropriate for a professional helping relationship; knowledge of mental health diagnoses, assessment, and/or psychological and educational testing; some knowledge of consultation program; considerable knowledge of psychosocial history development; very good interviewing and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing. Considerable knowledge and direct experience in the assessment and treatment of substance use disorders, trauma, and co-occurring mental health disorders is preferred.
 
Additional Requirements 
Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.

 

 Duties include but are not limited to the following:

 • Completes comprehensive needs assessments including the use of ASAM Criteria to determine diagnosis and treatment recommendations for individuals impacted by substance use, trauma and co-occuring mental health conditions.
 • Utilizes evidence-based practices to facilitate individual therapy and group therapy services to a primary substance use and co-occurring population.
 • Develops and monitors clinical treatment plans to address identified needs and goals for services.
 • Provides case management and care coordination including routine collaboration with other treatment professionals and referring providers including PCPs, Community Corrections, Probation and Parole, and Department of Social Services.
 • Ensures accurate and timely documentation in to an Electronic Health Record in accordance with Licensure, DMAS, and CARF standards for practice.
 • Performs other work as required.

A Chesterfield County application is required and must be submitted online by deadline. Visit chesterfield.gov/careers to view instructions and to complete and submit an application. (804) 748-1551.

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