Therapist - Pathways To Recovery

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

Pathways to Recovery (PTR) is Philadelphia's short-term co-occurring disorder treatment partial hospitalization program. The program is funded by Community Behavioral Health (CBH) and Behavioral Health Special Initiative (BHSI) for Philadelphia residents with co-occurring substance use and mental health challenges. Our program works with participants 20 hours per week, for up to nine weeks. We provide a menu of treatment services available each day including individual, group, and family therapy; medication-assisted treatment and medication management with our psychiatrist; health care coordination and full-time nursing support; full-time case management; and full-time peer recovery specialist support.

JOB OVERVIEW: We are seeking a full-time substance abuse and mental health therapist to provide clinical treatment to PTR participants.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete biopsychosocial assessments.

• Work with each participant and the treatment team to devise a comprehensive treatment plan based on the psychological evaluation and other assessments.

• Conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions. Work to ensure maximum client show rate.

• Record individual and group progress notes in the DAP format after each therapeutic activity.

• Maintain a continuous record of all contacts, events, and progress toward the accomplishment of goals as stated in the treatment plan. Ensure that charts meet all state, local, and program standards.

• Provide crisis intervention services as needed.

• Alert the clinical team to any current or potential behavioral problems of participants.

• Update treatment plans with input from the treatment team, as indicated by program policies and procedures.

• Participate in weekly clinical case conferences.

• Collaborate with offsite community-based providers. Establish linkages to facilitate client referrals and coordination.

• Work with the treatment team to develop continuing care plans one month prior to discharge.

• Complete discharge summaries.

• Coordinate care and conduct utilization reviews with insurers.

• Participate in supervision, staff meetings, and other required meetings.

• Complete court reports and attend court, if applicable.

• Meet or exceed caseload and productivity requirements.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Master's degree required, preferably in a related field such as psychology, social work, counseling, etc.

• Preferred: Licensure in Pennsylvania as a professional counselor (LPC), social worker (LSW), clinical social worker (LCSW), marriage and family therapist (LMFT), or psychologist

• Preferred: Certification in Pennsylvania as an alcohol and drug counselor (CADC or CAADC)

Experience:

• 2+ years of clinical experience conducting individual, family, and group therapy

• Experience in substance abuse treatment with an adult population

• Experience and training in evidence-based approaches

Knowledge & Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Ability to function in a professional manner and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with other staff members

• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently as well as collaboratively

• Ability to establish professional limits

• Knowledge of and adherence to all state, city, and program policies and procedures

• Sensitivity to issues of diversity

• Ability to negotiate social service and legal systems to advocate for clients

• Thorough knowledge of alcoholism and other addictions, mental health disorders and treatment, and the needs of dually diagnosed consumers

• Ability to use therapeutic skills to assist consumers in the process of recovery

• Preferred: Fluency in Spanish

SALARY GRADE: 17

EOE