Knox Co OA Therapist at Helen Ross McNabb Center

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The Knox Co. OA Therapist

Duties:

• Screening and assessment for clients coming into McNabb's outpatient Recovery Hub to determine appropriate level of care and to navigate clients into recommended services for substance use and co-occurring treatment.
• Provision of individual and group therapy for clients enrolled in outpatient services.

JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY

Summary of role of team:

• The Knox County Opioid Abatement Therapist will provide MS level clinical services as part of an Assessment and Recovery Services Team, comprised of the therapist, a case manager and a peer support specialist designed to 1.) assess and navigate clients into appropriate treatment services and 2.) provide therapeutic treatment and recovery support to a caseload of clients needing intensive therapy and wrap-around recovery support services care on an outpatient basis.

Summary of position:

• This position will screen and assess referrals into the Center, engage in treatment planning with clients and provide evidence-based therapy services to a caseload of clients shared with a Recovery Case Manager.
• The therapist will serve as a client's primary clinician, providing treatment recommendations and consultation to other division programs, such as MAT, IOP and residential services as clients move throughout the continuum of care.
• Therapist is expected to finish all required documentation on a monthly basis.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT

• This position operates in an office setting and involves service provision to clients on an outpatient basis.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; and employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Moreover, management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

1. Provision of Quality Clinical Care.

• Provides assessment, navigation and treatment planning services for clients experiencing substance use and/or co-occurring disorders.
• Creates, coordinates, and executes evidence-based treatment interventions that are reflected in progress note documentation based on the care plan goals.
• Provides individual, family and group therapy services, as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Evidences coordination of care for clients with intra/inter-agency programs, referral sources, courts and other stakeholders.
• In absence of case manager, helps facilitate case management between the primary care provider, behavioral health provider, pharmacy, specialists, and/or natural supports regarding health and recovery needs of the client.
• Promotes recovery skills education with the client and/or family.
• Provides crisis intervention and emergency services as needed.
• Attends and is timely to weekly multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Attends and participates in supervision, administrative/ staff team meetings without tardiness.
• Evidences commitment to professional development (via training plan and licensure).

2. Documentation & Administrative Requirements.

• Completes all required clinical documentation, including assessments, progress notes, treatment plans and transition plans, etc. in accordance with Center Policy and Procedure and funding source guidelines.
• Maintains referral log.
• Completes required screens and assessments and enters data into state/federal database and/or EMR.
• Completes and signs EMR progress notes within two business days of encounter.
• Ensures that all clients have an up-to-date ROI, care plan, crisis plan, consent to contact after discharge, DLA-20, and updated consents and signature admissions page every 6 months and/or as needed.
• Presents clinical charts for review in monthly peer reviews for accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Completes monthly reports to ensure productivity and QA/QI goals for the programs are met.
• Completes accurate time sheet prior to deadline each pay period.

3. Team Atmosphere.

• Interacts professionally with other employees, clients, and community organizations and promotes harmonious relationships and attitudes.
• Works effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Works independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
• Is expected to have regular/predictable attendance and the ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Accepts additional assignments and/or changes in assignment and/or work.
• Promotes an environment in which the culture and spiritual beliefs of the individual are respected.

COMPENSATION:

• Starting salary for this position is approximately $50,367 /yr based on relevant experience and education.

QUALIFICATIONS - Knox Co. OA Therapist

Education / License:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Psychology, Marriage and Family therapy, Community Agency Counseling, Social Work, or other closely related field of study.
• Extensive knowledge of addiction and general knowledge of mental health and co-occurring disorders are essential.
• Knowledge of assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and aftercare are also required.

Experience/Knowledge:

• Experience providing evidence-based therapy and trauma-informed services to adults 1:1 and in group setting.
• Experience in the substance use treatment field, as well as experience with medication assisted treatment and treatment of trauma is preferred.
• Applicants may have other counseling skills and/or treatment/recovery environment experience that could accommodate this position.

Physical/Emotional/Social - Skills/Abilities:

• Exposure to biological hazards.
• Hearing of normal and soft tones.
• Close eye work.
• Must possess a valid Tennessee driver's license.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping may be required.
• Computer work involving frequent usage of hands, fingers, and wrists.

Equipment/Technical Competency:

• This position requires use of computer and desk phone.
• Common software used include Athena EMR (onsite training), Microsoft Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel), Adobe.

Schedule:

• Weekday hours, typically Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm.
• Hours may be occasionally adjusted to meet the clinical needs of program participants.
• Weekends and holidays off.

Travel:

• This position does not typically require travel or transportation of clients to fulfill job responsibilities.

Equipment/Technology:

• This position does require computer skills for timekeeping, scheduling and use of electronic medical records entry, and familiarity with Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel/Outlook).

Location:

• Knox County, Tennessee

Apply today to work where we care about you as an employee and where your hard work makes a difference!

Helen Ross McNabb Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Helen Ross McNabb Center conducts background checks, driver's license record, degree verification, and drug screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check, and driving record. Additionally, certain programs are subject to TB Screening and/or testing. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

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