Primary Therapist Job at Recovery Centers of America
The Addiction Therapist plans, directs and coordinates medically-approved programs for patients in RCA substance abuse treatment centers hospitals. Inspires and motivates RCA clients and to help them develop tools to work toward recovery using evidence-based and person-centered practices.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Gather biopsychosocial data, including that related to clients' mental and physical health, addiction, or problem behavior and assess their readiness for treatment
- Work collaboratively with clients to identify treatment goals and develop treatment plans
- Review and recommend treatment options with clients and their families
- Guide and support clients in the development of adaptive skills and behaviors necessary to recover from their addiction
- Work with clients to identify behaviors or situations that interfere with their recovery and targeted strategies to address them
- Provide education to families about addiction, other disorders that frequently coexist and treatment-support options for their loved one and themselves
- Provide family therapy to support the client and loved one in improving communication, boundaries, and ongoing reinforcement of recovery
- Assess other functional, behavioral and life-skill needs that may impede recovery and make referral to appropriate supports. These may include, job placement services, educational services, intensive case management and support groups
- Work with clients to develop a comprehensive plan to guide next steps in recovery, including options for continuing care following discharge
- Facilitation of group, individual and family therapy session
- Active participation in multi-disciplinary case presentations and discussions
Licenses:
- LMHC, LMSW, LCSW or LPC
Education and Experience:
- Master's degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling required and licensure as a MHC, LMHC, LMSW, LCSW, LPC or Psy.D./Ph.D. in Psychology preferred
- One to three years of experience in a behavioral healthcare or substance abuse settings serving culturally diverse populations.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
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