POSITION SUMMARY:
The Therapist is responsible for assessing and monitoring client behavior while in treatment for chemical and alcohol abuse and dependency. In collaboration with the Clinical Director, the Therapist is responsible for documenting client behavior, group participation and counseling; caring for clients, and coordinating treatment and discharge planning. Therapists will also be providing crisis management, counseling, group therapies and education for the clients and family/significant others in therapeutic milieu setting.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide assessment and participates in the treatment planning with clients and their families/significant others.
- Interview residents to obtain information concerning social history, treatment and other pertinent information.
- Observe residents to detect indications of abnormal physical or mental behavior.
- Review results of tests given by psychologists to evaluate residents’ needs.
- Change method and degree of therapy when indicated by resident reactions/needs.
- Discuss progress toward goals with residents.
- Plan and administer therapeutic treatment, behavior modification, and stress management therapy.
- Complete and maintain individual and group counseling notes and documentations.
- Develop and implement appropriate discharge planning with resident, family, and placing agency.
- Develop and maintain positive relationship with external customers, families and residents and employees.
- Assist Clinical Director in the coordination of services for clients.
- Assist and facilitate discharge planning and community outreach.
- Initiate, facilitate and promote on-site activities, therapeutic support and educational groups, outings and community meetings.
- Provide education for clients and significant others.
- Respond to emergencies and initiate action as required.
- Record significant events involving client’s activities.
- Respond to client complaints.
- Attend and participate in staff meeting and training.
QUALIFICATIONS AND PREFERENCES:
- Master’s Level Therapist: LMHC, LMFT, LCSW, MFTi
- California State Driver’s License and ability to operate Program van.
- Experience with education of chemical and alcohol dependency and abuse.
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
- Possess extensive knowledge of HIPAA.
- Possess experience and education in chemical and alcohol dependency and abuse.
- Possess extensive experience with crisis management.
Monarch Shores is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.
About Monarch Shores:
Monarch Shores is a licensed and certified substance abuse rehab center in California that specializes in providing individualized treatment plans. Our physician-led multidisciplinary treatment team provides an integrated, holistic approach to treatment that creates long-term effective sobriety. These addiction treatment services include personalized therapy that incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), 12-step addiction treatment, non 12-step treatment, and holistic modalities such as massage, fitness training, acupuncture, and recreational outings.
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