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Join the McNabb Center Team as the Sevier Co. IOP Master's Clinician today!

The Sevier Co. IOP Master's Clinician

JOB SUMMARY

• The Master's Clinical Counselor / Therapist will be responsible for the maintenance of all clinical and therapeutic functions of the IOP Program.
• The therapist must be able exercise sound judgment and effective decision making, ability to set boundaries, aptitude for empathetic listening, flexibility, willingness, and adaptability to working with diverse populations.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and possess good time management and organizational skills.
• Therapist must be able to work independently and, in a team, setting, while adhering to federal confidentiality laws and accepted standards and guidelines.
• Must be able to initiate and maintain clinical relationships and interact appropriately with referral sources.
• An essential job function is a reliable, predictable 40 hour per week job, on site and in the community, with regular attendance.

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.Meets assigned productivity targets on a monthly basis.

• Facilitate groups 4 days a week, for 3 hours a day
• Introduce clients to appropriate recovery modalities such as the Hazelden Co-Occurring Disorders Curriculum.

2. Ensures program requirements are met.

• Provide random drug screens to evaluate clients' abstinence.
• Maintain and document contact with referral sources to monitor client adherence and progress.
• Keep up to date attendance roster.
• Maintain client participation log of therapy sessions.

3. Document according to Center Policy.

• Complete all necessary paperwork in EMR and TNWITS, including assessments, intakes, daily progress notes, treatment plans and transition plans at the time of admission.
• Complete BHO authorization as needed at the time of admission and track authorized sessions
• Responds to all flags, emails, and voicemail within 2 business days.
• Completes all chart documentation within 2 business days.
• Review client treatment plan weekly, and document clients' progress on objectives and update plan as needed.

4. Networking

• Maintains positive relationships with internal departments to meet program needs and maximize growth.
• Develops a positive and working relationship with outside agencies to meet program needs.
• Gives and receives appropriate feedback.
• Communicates directly with a problem-solving approach.

COMPENSATION:

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

QUALIFICATIONS - Sevier Co. IOP Master's Clinician

Education / Knowledge:

• 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 12 step programs, assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and aftercare are also required.

Education / License:

• Experience working with adults in group setting, as well as previous experience in the alcohol and drug field is mandatory.
• Applicants may have other counseling skills and/or treatment/recovery environment experience that could accommodate this position.

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.
• This position requires certification in and adequate implementation of verbal and physical de-escalation techniques that include a wide range of bodily movements including but not limited to grasping, holding another person, and going down on knees, running, and walking.

Location:

• Sevier 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.