Licensed Clinical Therapist

 Our client is looking for a full time Licensed Clinical Therapist for their PHP/IOP/OP facility in Centennial, CO.

The Licensed Clinical Therapist will provide substance abuse counseling services including but not limited to assessment, treatment planning, long-term counseling, psycho-education, case management, advocacy, and follow-up. 

Your responsibilities would include to:

• Work with physicians and other personnel in client evaluation and treatment to further sobriety
• Perform intake, evaluation, orientation, admissions, treatment planning, counseling, documentation, discharge planning and referral of substance abusing clients
• Provide services planned to restore the client to optimum social and health adjustment;
• Assist client and family, through individual, group, family, and/or couples therapy
• Maintain case records and urine surveillance system
• Complete/assist in the completion of Utilization Reviews insurance companies to obtain authorizations for clients (conduct ASAM evaluation)
• Assess all assigned clients to determine the presence and extent of substance abuse issues; completes an evaluation report and presents cases during weekly supervision and case presentation;
• Develop and documents individualized treatment plans that address the needs of substance abuse client population;
• Recommend treatment plans for clients to the Facility Director, Clinical Director, and any other outside corroborating providers;
• Refer clients to appropriate treatment modality based on assessment;
• Collect statistics as required for reports;
• Prepare required reports and paperwork in a timely manner;
• Develop and facilitate process groups and educational programs;
• Develop and facilitate process groups and educational programs for Family Programs;
• Identify opportunities for program improvement and Quality Improvement monitors;
• Participate in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies/practices;
• Work cooperatively with the on-staff Medical Director, Psychiatrist, Certified Nurse Practitioner and medical technician;
• Understand and be prepared to provide services to clients experiencing co-occurring disorders;
• Be familiar with psychotropic medications commonly used in the treatment of addictions/co-occurring disorders;
• Provide education and counseling of process and behavioral disorders;
• Ensure compliance with legal issues including but not limited to client confidentiality and risk management; ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations;
• Exhibit a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with clients, families, and other personnel;
• Adjust to fluctuating peaks in client flow, acuity, and other operational demands while maintaining quality;
• Participate in weekly individual supervision;
• Participate in scheduled case review meetings and peer supervision;
• Develop and implements an appropriate, effective and evidence-based curriculum;
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Facility Director and Clinical Director.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Experience working with ASAMS 
• Must be willing to learn and ask questions, accept feedback and be accountable
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to work collaboratively with multiple health and criminal justice professionals using tact, diplomacy, and discipline
• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds

  Required

• Master’s Degree in a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in a substance abuse agency
• LPC, LCPC, LSW or LCSW

          Preferred

• CADC
• EMDR certification
• DUI certification
• Art Therapy certification