Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Able to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs. Performs duties according to established standards for age groups adolescence through geriatric.

Conducts patient and family interviews and provides referrals to appropriate level of care and to community resources. Demonstrates knowledge of ASAM and DSM V criteria relative to the assessment of patient needs throughout the course of treatment.

Provides case management for assigned clients and maintains competency to evaluate and care for these patients following program protocols. Maintains accurate and complete chart documentation regarding patient attitude and progress in the treatment process following program protocols. Documents attendance and demonstrated knowledge/understanding of program/meeting content.

Performs utilization review as needed according to program protocols.

Provides liaison services between patients and other agencies.

Communicates, monitors, and ensures patient/family quality and continuity of care throughout the continuum of treatment, using established procedures following program protocols.

Completes family assessments to identify family /relationship problems and incorporate problem formulation into the individualized Treatment Plan, using established procedures and within designated time frames following program protocols.

Completes intake documentation with applicants, gathering sufficient history of psychoactive substance use and behavioral consequences to permit evaluation of history as it relates to admission criteria. Reviews, monitors and implements admission criteria for determining appropriateness of patient for entry into treatment at Lanham Residential Crisist Center. Provides communication with the nursing, medical and clinical staff regarding potential admission and new admissions.

Completes preliminary insurance and financial information data with applicant and/or family following per program protocol. The data will be provided to the financial counselor or designee for verification of benefits for admission by Insurance and/or managed care companies. Refers applicant/family to the financial counselor regarding a blending of clinical and financial data to achieve adequate contract consistent with the approved Lanham Residential Crisist Center financial counseling guides.

Attends and participates in program staff meetings, multidisciplinary clinical staff meetings and in service training. Participates on committees and quality assessment/improvement activities

Educational/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in related field required. Currently pursuing a Masters in behavioral health preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Two years’ work experience and direct practice in the area of behavioral health care to include group and individual counseling.
• Familiarity with, and agreement to adhere to, established core competencies, global criteria and ethical standards for Substance Abuse Counseling.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $46.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 5x8
• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lanham, MD: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Addiction counseling: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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