Clinician (Outpatient)

Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Clinical Services and/or Clinical Supervisor -Outpatient. This position is responsible for the management and delivery of direct client counseling services to assigned individuals and groups participating in the Native American Connections residential program.

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Duties:

Provide substance use counseling to individuals/groups in the areas outlined in the program description and structure of content. Reviews assessments and provides referral services as necessary. Document / monitor the documentation of all services provided through client records and data (i.e., demographic data, treatment plans, psychosocial history, progress notes, transition planning, discharge summary, crisis plans, ASAM, ART, etc. Oversees and assists each assigned client with individualized service planning and reviews. Provide culturally sensitive therapy modalities through existing services, outside referral services, or the development of new services. Assist in clinical transition planning and/ or referring clients to / or providing alternative services. Maintain productivity standards and meet documentation deadlines Provides reports / other utilization management documents Maintains coordination of care with referral and/or stakeholders involved in the client's treatment as to progress in treatment. Provides family counseling on substance use issues within the family and collaborates in the facilitation of Circle of Strength at least one time per year. Actively Supervise Interns as needed under the oversight of the Clinical Supervisor and/or Director of Clinical Services. Supports and actively engages in practices of inclusion through Cultural and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) Standards. Perform other duties

Qualifications:

MS Office proficiency Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively with a wide range of people, teams, managers, supervisors, and vendors. Demonstrated working knowledge of the American Society of Addiction Medicine's Patient Placement Criteria. Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent customer service skills. Experience in working with the Native American population preferred Must demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational and time management skills. Must be able to work well with others in a team approach. Requires strong managerial and leadership skills. Required strong clinical skills Possess a background in the delivery of individual/group/family counseling services, with a chemical dependency population. A fingerprint Certificate is required.

Work Type:

Permanent, Full

Who May Apply?

All Groups of Qualified Individuals

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