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Description Starting salary is $72,500 annually based on minimum qualifications. We have opening in all 3 of our programs, see below: Residential hours are Saturday through Wednesday or Sat through Tuesday PHP hours are Monday through Friday, 8am-430pm IOP hours are Monday through Thursday, 11am-930pm Duties & Responsibilities - The Primary Therapist conducts individual, group and family therapy in accordance with license requirements, CARF standards and Caron Policies.
- Evaluates signs and symptoms of alcohol/ drug abuse and other coexisting conditions.
- Identifies strengths, weaknesses, and problem areas to develop the clinical formulation; translates these issues into a treatment plan with individual patient involvement.
- The Primary Therapist provides counseling for each individual patient and their families by selecting the counseling theories, apply techniques to assist the patient, group, or family in accordance with cultural, gender, lifestyle, and age difference
- Coordinates all services for client care. Able to recognize the elements of the patient’s crisis, implement an immediate course of action appropriate to the crisis, and utilize all Caron Renaissance’s resources to resolve/ treat the patient group in a timely manner.
- The Primary Therapist effectively communicates relevant clinical information to the patient, family, group, and staff.
- Responds to off hour issues/concerns in a timely and effective manner.
- The Primary Therapist has the ability to identify needs and problem areas that are beyond the scope of care offered by Caron. Must be able to explain rationale for referral to patient and match the appropriate referral to the patients’ needs.
Physical Requirements The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.
- Must be able to travel by plane and other forms of travel as needed.
- Must be able to work extended hours.
Experience / Education Qualifications - Master's degree required.
- License preferred with 1 year of clinical experience in relevant field.
- Experience with in-network insurance programs preferred.
- If in recovery, 2 years of continuous sobriety preferred.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities - An excellent understanding of the emotional and behavioral effects of addiction.
- An excellent understanding of family systems.
- Ability to use clinical software and other software programs.
- Strong organizational and time management
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to be “on-call” in the event of an emergency.
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